Helping hand invited to join our family in Okanagan, Canada
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: 30 Apr 2025
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I spent 3 weeks with Hannah and Sam and wish I could have stayed longer! This was such a unique stay compared to other hosts. Most of my time was spent in the food truck at events, or hanging out with the family at the house or the beach. Working in the food truck was a really cool experience and unlike anything else I’ve done. The girls are so
… read more adorable and fun to play with, they are super active and love playing outside. Hannah and Sam are both so lovely and I hope I’ll be back in Kelowna to see them again :)
I couldn’t have asked for a better family to start my volunteering journey in Canada with.
I lived with them for over four months and they made me feel like one of them since day one, they opened their hearts and home to me, and they really became a family to me. During this period, my dog got lost in Brazil and those were days of great
… read more suffering. They did everything they could to support me at that time. Their kindness was my lifeline during those challenging days. They always invited me to all the family fun, including trips, introduced me to friends and the whole family. They always included me and said that I was valued and welcome. I collected unforgettable memories with each of them. And also they always encouraged me to live my life, to go out and travel on my own.
Hannah is outgoing, spontaneous and funny. I've always laughed with her, even at small things. I often say that she's my "sister mom", but she's also become a great friend who I want to carry with me for life. I've had some difficult times when she's been my support, listened to me, given me advice, made me think about my life decisions, helped me to have strength when I wasn't finding my strength. Sam is one of the kindest people I've ever met. He always made me feel good even when we were alone. He's the one who cooks most days and everything is delicious. Hannah and Sam, as a couple and as parents, are people I look up to. They do everything for the girls and the family as a whole. It's their priority! I really admire them. They've taught me things that I'll take into my life. Because of them, today I have more knowledge about how I want to bring up my children and how I want to live my life.
Ambree and Eve are wonderful children. I could never put into words what these girls are. They are polite, kind, loving, spontaneous, funny, intelligent, smart, cute. These girls have made me so happy that you'll only understand when you live with them. It's pure joy. Ambree helped me a lot with my English. They love to play and they love you to join in. And of course, like any child, there are difficult moments of crying and fighting, but that's not something that happens often. They've become my little sisters and it really hurts to think of not being around to see them grow up.
Bruiser is their cute and calm dog. He always kept me company and helped me a lot when I missed my dog. I'll miss him too.
As I said at the beginning, they make you feel like part of the family. They really want you to become family. So if you're looking for a place with that love, you've found it! If you're looking for a place to be more distant and just live in your own world, this is definitely not the place for you. Come and be there. Be present. You'll love the experience.
It's 11 days until I say goodbye and I'm already missing them. I hope to be able to visit them before I leave Canada and I can't wait for Ambree to get the family trip to Brazil off the ground.
I love you, guys. Thanks for changing my life.
Left by Workawayer (Rose) for host
I spent several weeks with the Spinellis this winter and it was a great experience. This family is dynamic, so endearing and a bit crazy aha. We did a lot of outdoor activities and I was able to discover this beautiful city of Kelowna.
Everly and Ambree are two adorable little girls. Eve is always laughing and smiling and Ambree is so cute,
… read more constantly playing. I loved playing with them and cooking with Ambree. Sam is a good listener and sharer, he is just so nice. Hannah is such a sweet and caring young woman and mother. She is like a big sister to me. We have shared some incredible moments together and I am really grateful to her.
They have been very supportive and helpful to me and have shared their lives with me. I had a great time with this family and felt at home immediately.
Thank you for your generosity and your welcome.
I can't wait to come back in a couple of weeks.
Don't change anything, you guys are awesome, I miss you.
Love
P.S: I miss Johny too.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
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I spent 3 weeks with Hannah and Sam and wish I could have stayed longer! This was such a unique stay compared to other hosts. Most of my time was spent in the food truck at events, or hanging out with the family at the house or the beach. Working in the food truck was a really cool experience and unlike anything else I’ve done. The girls are so
… read more adorable and fun to play with, they are super active and love playing outside. Hannah and Sam are both so lovely and I hope I’ll be back in Kelowna to see them again :)
I couldn’t have asked for a better family to start my volunteering journey in Canada with.
I lived with them for over four months and they made me feel like one of them since day one, they opened their hearts and home to me, and they really became a family to me. During this period, my dog got lost in Brazil and those were days of great
… read more suffering. They did everything they could to support me at that time. Their kindness was my lifeline during those challenging days. They always invited me to all the family fun, including trips, introduced me to friends and the whole family. They always included me and said that I was valued and welcome. I collected unforgettable memories with each of them. And also they always encouraged me to live my life, to go out and travel on my own.
Hannah is outgoing, spontaneous and funny. I've always laughed with her, even at small things. I often say that she's my "sister mom", but she's also become a great friend who I want to carry with me for life. I've had some difficult times when she's been my support, listened to me, given me advice, made me think about my life decisions, helped me to have strength when I wasn't finding my strength. Sam is one of the kindest people I've ever met. He always made me feel good even when we were alone. He's the one who cooks most days and everything is delicious. Hannah and Sam, as a couple and as parents, are people I look up to. They do everything for the girls and the family as a whole. It's their priority! I really admire them. They've taught me things that I'll take into my life. Because of them, today I have more knowledge about how I want to bring up my children and how I want to live my life.
Ambree and Eve are wonderful children. I could never put into words what these girls are. They are polite, kind, loving, spontaneous, funny, intelligent, smart, cute. These girls have made me so happy that you'll only understand when you live with them. It's pure joy. Ambree helped me a lot with my English. They love to play and they love you to join in. And of course, like any child, there are difficult moments of crying and fighting, but that's not something that happens often. They've become my little sisters and it really hurts to think of not being around to see them grow up.
Bruiser is their cute and calm dog. He always kept me company and helped me a lot when I missed my dog. I'll miss him too.
As I said at the beginning, they make you feel like part of the family. They really want you to become family. So if you're looking for a place with that love, you've found it! If you're looking for a place to be more distant and just live in your own world, this is definitely not the place for you. Come and be there. Be present. You'll love the experience.
It's 11 days until I say goodbye and I'm already missing them. I hope to be able to visit them before I leave Canada and I can't wait for Ambree to get the family trip to Brazil off the ground.
I love you, guys. Thanks for changing my life.
Left by Workawayer (Rose) for host
I spent several weeks with the Spinellis this winter and it was a great experience. This family is dynamic, so endearing and a bit crazy aha. We did a lot of outdoor activities and I was able to discover this beautiful city of Kelowna.
Everly and Ambree are two adorable little girls. Eve is always laughing and smiling and Ambree is so cute,
… read more constantly playing. I loved playing with them and cooking with Ambree. Sam is a good listener and sharer, he is just so nice. Hannah is such a sweet and caring young woman and mother. She is like a big sister to me. We have shared some incredible moments together and I am really grateful to her.
They have been very supportive and helpful to me and have shared their lives with me. I had a great time with this family and felt at home immediately.
Thank you for your generosity and your welcome.
I can't wait to come back in a couple of weeks.
Don't change anything, you guys are awesome, I miss you.
Love
P.S: I miss Johny too.You can only contact Workawayers who have an active membership.
Left by host for Workawayer (Molly)
i was lucky enough to have Molly come stay with us while she was passing through the area!, to help me with my kids and house.
Molly didn’t hesitate to jump in and be apart of the family, she was phenomenal with the girls, helped around the house and lifted the entire energy in the home.
Molly is happy, upbeat and like a little ball of sunshine
… read more - we were so grateful for the time we had with Molly and would have her back anytime and until then I’m excited where she goes next on her adventure !
Left by Workawayer (Molly) for host
Wow, what can i say? My time with the Spinelli's was absolutely incredible!
I am so grateful that I got to do a workaway with their family. They cared for me as if I truly belonged in their family.
They have hearts of gold and I built strong relationships with them, fast! Even though I have left the area, I will certainly be back to visit
… read more them.
Fortunately caring for children is my life calling so I took to the roles and jobs i was given quite well! Hannah and Sam always ensured I was comfortable with tasks asked of me, and the communication was clear and open. I value them highly as the incredible humans that they are.
Anyone who has the opportunity to do a workaway with this family would be truly lucky people!
Thankyou Hannah, Sam, Ambree, and Ev, I am so grateful. <3Join us in daily life in Val-des-Monts, QC, Canada
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