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We are a senior couple who started a social club for people with dementia, five years ago. At this time we only have the club one day a week. We would like to see this way of engaging people with dementia to spread to other communities. We are a not-for-profit society with a board of directors and rely on volunteers to enrich the program.
We need assistance with our different therapeutic programs, such as music, exercise, art, and cognitive rehab. Specifically we would like to build up our program content.
We may need help with pruning some of our trees in the winter months. We are removing a jacuzzi bathtub in the workawayer room and likely installing a smaller tub or shower, so any assistance with this would be marvelous. We will be hiring a plumber for any of the pipe connections I can’t do.
We have established a large food garden and we may need help planting, irrigation and harvesting, transplanting, raking, lawn mowing. We also plan to do some extensive landscaping work to improve accessibility for our seniors with dementia and in creating sanctuary locations on our property. We would like to have one or two workawayers at a time preferably for two weeks or longer.
We have had workawayers for the last 8 years and have made friends with many of them. We enjoy meeting people from different cultures and like to share with them our Canadian way of life. Our 120-year-old brick home is located on a half acre where we grow vegetables, herbs and flowers and have a good number of fruit trees. This is a very small rural community in between Abbotsford and Mission in British Columbia.
A little about us. We are a couple who are retired from our previous careers in Montessori Education and in nursing. We are both mostly relaxed, calm, happy people, but also very concerned about the environmental disintegration of our earth and climate change. We are not materialistic but greatly value relationships. Ramsey values a spiritual life as a significant part of life balance, while Leslie is a creative person who has a special place in her heart for children. Both of us are warm-hearted and love music. Leslie loves gardening, making stained glass windows and painting. We both like to play games, have deep conversations and watch movies and laugh for no particular reason.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Elderly Companionship
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Help with Computers/ Internet
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
We like to go to different cultural events in our community which helpers can share in. We can share with them the knowledge of the area and go on short trips with them. We often will be eating together and will have plenty of time for discussions, games and other shared activities.
Help
We need help in our large garden, adding to our great tree house. We have a dog, a golden retriever who really likes long walks or runs. Also working on the different elements of the garden, such as soil preparation, building fencing, etc., planting, mushroom cultivation. Help with our dementia social club, events and trips. You will work together with us in providing our program activities. You will never work alone with our participants. Training and orientation will be provided. Our social club only runs one day a week.
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Languages spoken
English: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
You can contact them directly for more information.
Accommodation
We will have a large room in our house with a queen sized bed and a full bathroom. Netflix and wifi available.
What else ...
We are located close to the Fraser River. Vancouver is an hour car or train ride away, and there are numerous hiking trails and lakes in the area. We also have great mountain biking trails. We are also a ten-minute drive to the Pacific Northwest of the United States with many interesting sites and landscapes.
We eat mostly vegetarian, pescetarian. We can accommodate vegans and gluten free. We have been vegan for a couple of years and are trying to mostly free ourselves from gluten.We ask that workawayers do not smoke, do drugs or drink excessive alcohol while on our property.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
Great wifi everywhere on our property.
Space for parking camper vans
We have a very large parking area.
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Host ref number: 773436866294
Feedback (35)
3 Jul 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Dario)
Dario was of enormous help to us with our projects. He is very strong and hardworking and did the work required very quickly. He is easy to get along with and we enjoyed the conversations with him. He is a quick learner and good problem solver. We wish you well on your travels.
(Excellent
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2 Jul 2025
Left by Workawayer (Dario) for host
Dear Ramsey, dear Leslie,
thank you so much for the valuable time I was able to spend with you right at the beginning of my stay in Canada. Due to some initial difficulties (a broken phone, buying a car), the originally much shorter planned visit turned into exactly three weeks. Your helpfulness was more than I could have hoped for, especially… read more
thank you so much for the valuable time I was able to spend with you right at the beginning of my stay in Canada. Due to some initial difficulties (a broken phone, buying a car), the originally much shorter planned visit turned into exactly three weeks. Your helpfulness was more than I could have hoped for, especially… read more
7 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Iona & Ben) for host
We couldn't have asked for a better month staying with Ramsey and Leslie! We felt instantly welcome in their lovely home, it's the most 'at-home' we've felt during our travels. We were inspired by the work they do for the dementia social club, and the work they put in really reflects in the joy they bring to the attendees. We loved helping out… read more
6 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Iona & Ben)
WOW! It was such a gift for us to have Iona and Ben stay with us for a month. They are so considerate, caring, responsible, trustworthy and hardworking. They are incredible vegan cooks who joyfully prepared tasty , healthy and diverse dinners for us all month long, along with sourdough breads, bagels and other vegan baked delights.They were… read more
(Excellent
)
21 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rob & Helen) for host
Leslie and Ramsey are the most amazing people, we had the privilege to meet and stay with.
We were met at the station by Ramsey who was full of warmth and information about the area. Leslie greeted us at their home with a wonderful smile and they instantly made us feel at home.
Leslie and Ramsey have opened their beautiful house to support… read more
We were met at the station by Ramsey who was full of warmth and information about the area. Leslie greeted us at their home with a wonderful smile and they instantly made us feel at home.
Leslie and Ramsey have opened their beautiful house to support… read more
19 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Rob & Helen)
I am running out of superlatives to describe our experience with Rob and Helen. Possibly the hardest working workawayers we have had in our decade with Workaway. They were incredible fun to have as company in our house. We miss them dearly. We feel like they are our friends now. They alway contributed to the household work, way beyond… read more
(Excellent
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3 Jul 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Dario)
Dario was of enormous help to us with our projects. He is very strong and hardworking and did the work required very quickly. He is easy to get along with and we enjoyed the conversations with him. He is a quick learner and good problem solver. We wish you well on your travels.
(Excellent)
2 Jul 2025
Left by Workawayer (Dario) for host
Dear Ramsey, dear Leslie,
thank you so much for the valuable time I was able to spend with you right at the beginning of my stay in Canada. Due to some initial difficulties (a broken phone, buying a car), the originally much shorter planned visit turned into exactly three weeks. Your helpfulness was more than I could have hoped for, especially… read more
thank you so much for the valuable time I was able to spend with you right at the beginning of my stay in Canada. Due to some initial difficulties (a broken phone, buying a car), the originally much shorter planned visit turned into exactly three weeks. Your helpfulness was more than I could have hoped for, especially… read more
7 Feb 2025
Left by Workawayer (Iona & Ben) for host
We couldn't have asked for a better month staying with Ramsey and Leslie! We felt instantly welcome in their lovely home, it's the most 'at-home' we've felt during our travels. We were inspired by the work they do for the dementia social club, and the work they put in really reflects in the joy they bring to the attendees. We loved helping out… read more
6 Feb 2025
Left by host for Workawayer (Iona & Ben)
WOW! It was such a gift for us to have Iona and Ben stay with us for a month. They are so considerate, caring, responsible, trustworthy and hardworking. They are incredible vegan cooks who joyfully prepared tasty , healthy and diverse dinners for us all month long, along with sourdough breads, bagels and other vegan baked delights.They were… read more
(Excellent)
21 Aug 2024
Left by Workawayer (Rob & Helen) for host
Leslie and Ramsey are the most amazing people, we had the privilege to meet and stay with.
We were met at the station by Ramsey who was full of warmth and information about the area. Leslie greeted us at their home with a wonderful smile and they instantly made us feel at home.
Leslie and Ramsey have opened their beautiful house to support… read more
We were met at the station by Ramsey who was full of warmth and information about the area. Leslie greeted us at their home with a wonderful smile and they instantly made us feel at home.
Leslie and Ramsey have opened their beautiful house to support… read more
19 Aug 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Rob & Helen)
I am running out of superlatives to describe our experience with Rob and Helen. Possibly the hardest working workawayers we have had in our decade with Workaway. They were incredible fun to have as company in our house. We miss them dearly. We feel like they are our friends now. They alway contributed to the household work, way beyond… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jun 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Anne & Patrick)
Anne and Patrick were a special gift to us. They helped us far beyond our expectations. Always offering us help whoever they sensed our need for such. They provided us many five star meals, helped with walks for our dog and on their last day even made our dog food for the next month. They were generous, kind and caring beyond belief. They… read more
(Excellent)
23 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Neda)
Neda and Mehran were a great couple to have helping us in our garden and in our house. They were so enthusiastic in their work and did excellent jobs in pruning our trees, painting, cleaning the gutters, assembling garden beds and fixing about a half dozen things they found needed fixing. I feel sorry that I didn't have enough things for them to… read more
(Excellent)
20 Mar 2024
Left by Workawayer (Neda) for host
This was our first experience of WorkAway and I think it couldn't have been better.
Leslie and Ramsey are two of the kindest people I have ever met.
They gave us a comfortable and quiet room on the top floor of their beautiful house. During the two weeks we were there, we ate very delicious meals.
Most of the help we did was in their garden and… read more
Leslie and Ramsey are two of the kindest people I have ever met.
They gave us a comfortable and quiet room on the top floor of their beautiful house. During the two weeks we were there, we ate very delicious meals.
Most of the help we did was in their garden and… read more
5 Mar 2024
Left by host for Workawayer (Mark)
Mark was absolutely the hardest working workawayer we ever had. He always went far beyond what was expected of him. Did the tasks meticulously, to the highest standards and with such a positive attitude. He cleaned up throughly after each job and often checked with us on how we wanted the project to be done. He put up hardie board siding and trim… read more
(Excellent)
3 Oct 2023
Left by Workawayer (Maria & Robin) for host
The time we spent with Leslie and Ramsey was actually way too short. The three weeks were over so quickly. It shows how comfortable we felt. Like a part of family. We especially enjoyed helping out at the Social Club because we were able to gain valuable insights for our future work here as well. It is such a great work what you are doing,… read more
3 Oct 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Maria & Robin)
Maria and Robin were an awesome Workaway experience for us. It was so comfortable sharing our house with them, just like having old friends over for a stay. They were so helpful with our social club, bringing in some great activities for all of us to enjoy. They prepared some memorable meals, and ask Maria about the special, wholesome bread she… read more
(Excellent)
19 Sep 2023
Left by Workawayer (Adam) for host
Ramsey and Lesley, what a pair.
Altruistic seems to describe them well.
A home from home for a little while with kind and considerate company.
I generally helped with DIY and the social club, thanks to both for a lovely time.
Altruistic seems to describe them well.
A home from home for a little while with kind and considerate company.
I generally helped with DIY and the social club, thanks to both for a lovely time.
16 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Adam)
Adam was an angel for us. He just glided so effortlessly from cooking very tasty meals to helping with our renovation project to assisting in our social club. All this was done with skill, dedication and love. We had some deep and interesting conversations. Like others have said, he is a very peaceful, joyous fellow. We are so pleased he came to… read more
(Excellent)
17 Jul 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Birger)
The experience we had with Birger was amazing, much more than what we could have hoped for. He was only with us for four days, but the impression he made was for a lifetime. Not only did he do a superb job on what was needed, but he wouldn't quit until the work was done, even though it was beyond the hours we expected. He renewed our faith in the… read more
(Excellent)
6 Jun 2023
Left by Workawayer (Tim) for host
First of all I have to say thank you to Leslie and Ramsey. I have been on there wonderful proberty for one month and had the most amazing time. They are so kind and lovely, always making sure that I have enough food and free time. I will miss the cozy movie nights, joking around while playing UpWords and the talks we had. It really felt like home… read more
5 Jun 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Tim)
WoW! What a wonderful workaway experience we had with Tim. It is hard to list all the ways he helped us, but here is a start. Every day he greeted us with a super positive attitude. His work ethic was exceptional. Any job he started, he did it thoroughly, quickly and successfully. He was so much fun to have around, great conversations, polite and… read more
(Excellent)
18 May 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Magdalena)
Magdalena was a great help to us for the short time she was here. We wished she stayed for much longer. She was a hard and efficient worker, very respectful and considerate, kind and compassionate. We enjoyed the conversations we had with her, always intelligent and interesting. We noticed how appreciative she was for anything we did for her. We… read more
(Excellent)
7 May 2023
Left by Workawayer (Cara & Sam) for host
We had such a lovely time staying with Ramsey, Leslie and Lady. They were so friendly and inviting, making us feel right at home from day one.
The social club Ramsey and Leslie run is a really fantastic program, we loved being part of the club each week and making real connections with the participants.
We completed a mixture of other tasks around… read more
The social club Ramsey and Leslie run is a really fantastic program, we loved being part of the club each week and making real connections with the participants.
We completed a mixture of other tasks around… read more
28 Apr 2023
Left by host for Workawayer (Cara & Sam)
Cara and Sam just left us to return to England. We will miss them so much, their kindness, attentiveness, positivity and compassion. They are about the loveliest, hardest working, responsible and caring people we have had in our workaway hosting experience. It was such a pleasure hosting them and would not hesitate to have them back for a much… read more
(Excellent)
4 Oct 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Grainne Ellen)
Thank you so much Grainne for your hard work, dedication, terrific attitude and full engagement with us. You were a pleasure to have stay with us and help with our chores and social club. You did almost everything without supervision. You figured out most things by yourself. You were quite amazing. And she is also a talented musician if you have a… read more
(Excellent)
24 Aug 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Jennifer)
It was such a treat to have Jennifer stay with us. She was certainly amongst the kindest, appreciative, attentive, responsible and easy going volunteers we ever had. She was always curious and interested in what we had to say. Her work ethic was superb. Our dog Lady received so much love and attention form Jennifer. We would say that we were… read more
(Excellent)
23 Aug 2022
Left by Workawayer (Jennifer) for host
I had a beautiful month staying with Ramsey, Leslie, and Lady. They always made me feel welcome with their compassion, open communication, and generosity. They shared so many bits of British Columbia with me—whether that meant a science museum day with the grandkids, a family birthday party celebration, a lesson on blueberry bartering, or… read more
23 Jul 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Dori108)
Dori was a great pleasure to have stay with us and help with our daycare and garden. If we had known she was such a good painter we would have had her stay for three months to paint our house as well as the cottage. She was very easy to get along with, created a good number of tasty dinners from scratch, regaled us with many interesting stories… read more
(Excellent)
22 Jul 2022
Left by Workawayer (Dori108) for host
I just left Leslie and Ramsey after round about one month and I felt sad and very grateful. I love the place, the beautiful old enchanted house, the wonderful garden and especially my little house in the yard💛
Ramsey and Leslie are the kindest, lovable people. Very generous, hard working and funny on top. As for the work I did different things… read more
Ramsey and Leslie are the kindest, lovable people. Very generous, hard working and funny on top. As for the work I did different things… read more
15 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Erin) for host
I absolutely enjoyed my stay with Leslie and Ramsey at their beautiful house. They are lovely people and very accommodating to their workawayers who come. I very much enjoyed the day program and preparing lunch each week as well as the projects around the property. I would wholeheartedly recommend this workaway to those who want to help others and… read more
6 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Erin)
Erin stayed with us for two months, in which time she impressed us with her cooking, baking, gardening, painting and social media skills. She was a hard worker and very self directed in taking on work projects. We are very thankful for her updates on our Facebook page and the article she put together on our social club. We appreciated her… read more
(Excellent)
5 May 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sissy)
Sissy was with us for a month. What a rewarding month it was. She is a person you can totally trust to be responsible and true to her word. She overflowed with kindness, compassion and attentiveness to the needs of others. She was a hard worker and often took the initiative to find jobs to do. We often had engaging conversations with her and found… read more
(Excellent)
5 May 2022
Left by Workawayer (Sissy) for host
It was a privilege to begin my first Workaway experience with Ramsey, Leslie and Lady. I was made to feel at home from the moment I arrived.
First it is a beautiful, valuable and important program. Participants also feel right at home. There is much laughter, learning, sharing and comfort for everyone involved. Delicious food and an atmosphere of… read more
First it is a beautiful, valuable and important program. Participants also feel right at home. There is much laughter, learning, sharing and comfort for everyone involved. Delicious food and an atmosphere of… read more
2 Mar 2022
Left by Workawayer (Lucy & William) for host
We had the best time staying with Ramsey, Leslie and Lady. We can't thank them enough for inviting us to stay and making us feel so at home. They are lovely, selfless, down-to-earth people who are easy to get along with.
The work they do for their social club is inspiring, and getting to be a part of it was an unforgettable experience. We loved… read more
The work they do for their social club is inspiring, and getting to be a part of it was an unforgettable experience. We loved… read more
28 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Lucy & William)
What more could you want with this couple, Will and Lucy. They provided us superb piano, singing and guitar playing everyday along with oh so tasty vegan and vegetarian cooking and baking. They were awesome with our dog, taking her for many long walks. Will was Mr.Fix-it par excellence. There didn't seem to be anything that was beyond his skillful… read more
(Excellent)
10 Feb 2022
Left by Workawayer (Pauline) for host
Leslie and Ramsey (& Lady of course) were my first workaway stay and I couldn't have asked for a better one. I stayed with them for six weeks and got to learn a lot about their beautiful program they've created even though covid made it a little hard...
Both of them are just such kind, appreciative and generous people who make you feel at home… read more
Both of them are just such kind, appreciative and generous people who make you feel at home… read more
25 Jan 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Pauline)
We so much enjoyed having Pauline stay with us for six weeks. She was a godsend for our dog Lady, loving her so much, brushing her hair and taking her for long walks. She nourished us as well with her nutritious and comforting vegetarian meals for many of our dinners. She was always resourceful, a great planner, respectful to us and the other… read more
(Excellent)
6 Feb 2022
Left by host for Workawayer (Sandra )
Sandra was a wonderful, mature, responsible, respectful workawayer for us. She helped us very capably in key areas of our social program, fundraising, powerpoint presentation, communication with researchers, research on appropriate activities and more. Her work was really helpful in moving our program forward. She was a very caring and… read more
(Excellent)
26 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Rob) for host
A lovely project and a lovely couple.
Leslie & Ramsy have created an inspiring project bringing social support for people from dementia and acquired brain injury. This is a groundbreaking idea but their approach is very grounded and unpretentious. Simply put, this project is helping a very marginalized and misunderstood group to come back into… read more
Leslie & Ramsy have created an inspiring project bringing social support for people from dementia and acquired brain injury. This is a groundbreaking idea but their approach is very grounded and unpretentious. Simply put, this project is helping a very marginalized and misunderstood group to come back into… read more
24 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Rob)
We much appreciated Robs help with our social club project. He made the most tasty and healthy soups for our club sessions and for our meals. As well he prepared some excellent meals for our dinners. He was also a great help in restarting our social club program, working on our facebook presence and strategizing for our long term goals. He was… read more
(Excellent)
9 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Adrià & Judith) for host
Ramsey and Leslie are the kind of people who make the world a better place just by being in it - but they actually do work towards this goal through their dementia and brain injury social club program! We only spent a few days with them, as we had very little time left in Canada, yet they hosted us in a beautiful cottage, shared delicious communal… read more
7 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Adrià & Judith)
There was only one bad part of our experience with them. They were only able to stay for five days. We enjoyed two wonderful Catalan meals during that time, many wonderful conversations, and sincere and strong efforts in all the tasks they did for us. They are a genuine, kind, intelligent, gentle and humble couple with a willingness to contribute… read more
(Excellent)
8 Dec 2021
Left by Workawayer (Loudi) for host
I truly had the best experience staying with Ramsey and Leslie! They are the most generous, caring, and loving people.
Ramsey and Leslie are incredibly kind, and easy going, and I immediately felt at home with them. They offered a place where I could be myself, and where I truly felt part of their family.
They also have a lovely dog, who is the… read more
Ramsey and Leslie are incredibly kind, and easy going, and I immediately felt at home with them. They offered a place where I could be myself, and where I truly felt part of their family.
They also have a lovely dog, who is the… read more
2 Dec 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Loudi)
It is hard to describe in words how grateful we are for having had the opportunity to host this incredible lady. We can only describe her in superlatives like the kindest, most considerate, hardest working, talented and engaging lady you are likely to meet. We have grown to love her very much. An example of her unselfishness, is how she spent many… read more
(Excellent)
22 Oct 2021
Left by Workawayer (Seraina & Fabian) for host
Well I stayed for nearly five weeks at the home of Ramsey, Leslie and Lady. Even tough the day program hasn't opened yet, I could help them with the planing of the reopening as well as their facebook page and their homepage. And I took their lovely dog "Lady" on lots of walks and helped in the garden and cooked and baked different meals.
It was a… read more
It was a… read more
21 Oct 2021
Left by host for Workawayer (Seraina & Fabian)
Seraina was an awesome help for us, enthusiastic and positive. Our grandkids and dog loved her so much. We really appreciated the help she gave us with our web site and facebook page for our society. It is such a big improvement. We are still enjoying the pesto she made for us and her baking and cooking was delicious. We had such great… read more
(Excellent)
15 Oct 2020
Left by Workawayer (Patrick & Alexandra) for host
Leslie and Ramsey's wonderful home was our first Workaway experience and we could not have had a more rewarding time with them. Due to Covid their usual program for working with Dementia patients is currently on hold but there are still plenty of exciting projects to work on while they await reopening. Our stay was originally planned to be around… read more
22 Sep 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Patrick & Alexandra)
Patrick and Alli were an exceptional couple, as displayed in their strong work ethic, determination, courage to try new kinds of projects, intelligence. respect and sense of responsibility. They were an immense help to us in completing many of our projects to perfection, cooked scrumptious vegan meals, and were great conversationalists. They put… read more
(Excellent)
31 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Christal & Fabian)
What a great joy to have Chris and Fabian stay with us, to help us with our food forest and in developing a program for people with acquired brain injury. They were exceptional in many ways. Chris put together fundraising material which was way more than we could have ever expected. Fabian was tirelessly devoted to building our brick oven.… read more
(Excellent)
8 Jul 2020
Left by Workawayer (Jana & Fabian) for host
We spent two fantastic weeks with Leslie and Ramsey. Both are incredibly friendly and warm-hearted people and their dog Lady is just adorable. Helping them with their garden projects was fun and we got inspired by their enthusiasm and great ideas.
We miss the evenings where we played fun games or watched a movie together.
We wish Leslie and… read more
We miss the evenings where we played fun games or watched a movie together.
We wish Leslie and… read more
3 Jul 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Jana & Fabian)
It was great to have jana and Fabian stay with us and help with our projects.Jana helped us enormously with our project funding search, application and proposals and also in our food forest. Fabian was a hard worker and was very skillful in whatever he did. We thoroughly enjoyed their company and wish them great travel experiences for the rest of… read more
(Excellent)
5 Mar 2020
Left by Workawayer (Vasyl & Olga) for host
Leslie and Ramsey, thank you very much for everything!! You made our acquaintance with Canada in a very special and friendly way.
My husband Vasyl and I stayed with Leslie and Ramsey for about a month and a half and it was indeed a truly AMAZING experience. The club is an awesome day program for people with dementia. The hosts make everything… read more
My husband Vasyl and I stayed with Leslie and Ramsey for about a month and a half and it was indeed a truly AMAZING experience. The club is an awesome day program for people with dementia. The hosts make everything… read more
13 Feb 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Shaelyn)
What a wonderful experience it was to have Shae stay with us and help us with our dementia daycare. A lady of incredible skills, great work ethic, and positive and compassionate attitudes. We were truly blessed to listen to her singing, playing the piano or guitar. She was determined to make a positive contribution everyday, and she did in so many… read more
(Excellent)
29 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Marketa) for host
This was my first workaway experience and I could hardly find better place than volunteering with Leslie and Ramsey. They are one of the most kind and deeply caring people I know, I learnt so much there and they are great inspiration for me in so many ways...
The programme they created for people with dementia is very special, I think that people… read more
The programme they created for people with dementia is very special, I think that people… read more
19 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (Marketa)
Marketa was a remarkable workawayer for us. The help which she gave us for our social project was invaluable. She was dedicated to doing her best for the project. She is a person of great integrity, honesty, determination and deep caring for human beings and animals. We grew to value her presence with us greatly and we were so glad that we had a… read more
(Excellent)
23 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (marielenaschm) for host
I had a wonderful time with Leslie and Ramsey! I immediately felt at home, because both of them are very warm and friendly.
The project is very exciting and I enjoyed working on it. It is a great experience and I would recommend everyone to participate! They also have a great dog that I have grown very fond of.
Thanks a lot for the wonderful… read more
The project is very exciting and I enjoyed working on it. It is a great experience and I would recommend everyone to participate! They also have a great dog that I have grown very fond of.
Thanks a lot for the wonderful… read more
19 Jan 2020
Left by host for Workawayer (marielenaschm)
Marie was a joy to have in the twelve days she was here. We would have loved to have her here for longer. She was always smiling and with a positive attitude. She threw herself into our project with great enthusiasm, and offered very beneficial contributions to the program. She diid all that we asked of her and more.
We wish you a wonderful… read more
We wish you a wonderful… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jan 2020
Left by Workawayer (Karolin) for host
Wow, what a special place!
Working with Leslie and Ramsey at was such an enriching experience, I was truly saddened to leave. Two months seemed hardly sufficient and I am already looking forward to my next visit.
When I informed friends and family members that I would be volunteering for a dementia rehabilitation program, many assumed “working… read more
Working with Leslie and Ramsey at was such an enriching experience, I was truly saddened to leave. Two months seemed hardly sufficient and I am already looking forward to my next visit.
When I informed friends and family members that I would be volunteering for a dementia rehabilitation program, many assumed “working… read more
18 Dec 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Karolin)
Having Karolin stay with us as a workawayer was a valuable experience both for us and the people we serve at our dementia daycare project. She gave her all for the daycare, taking ownership of the project in terms of dedication, responsibility and enthusiasm. She is a very intelligent, warm and caring human being. She immediately took to our dog,… read more
(Excellent)
15 Nov 2019
Left by Workawayer (Workaway member) for host
What can I say? It was a wonderful time staying with Ramsey, Leslie and their adorable dog Lady. It’s very rare to meet people as compassionate, pure and kind as them. They truly inspired me with their work in the First Light Social Club – working in that programme gave me a lot. You learn to watch things from another perspective, your patience… read more
28 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Workaway member)
Lara just left after three weeks with us and we miss her already. Shortly after she arrived here she became part of our family. I can only describe her in superlatives. She is one of the most compassionate people I've met. Her heart is gold. She has an exemplary work ethic and is just a joy to be around. She was absolutely amazing with our dog… read more
(Excellent)
20 Oct 2019
Left by Workawayer (Xavier) for host
I had some of my most memorable Workaway moments with Ramsey and Leslie, two wonderful souls with an inspiring sense of caring and devotion.
I felt immediatly as part of a family in a peaceful, positive and loving atmosphere.
They adapted Montessori principles to help people with demencia, which is a smart and efficient idea.
Volunteering there… read more
I felt immediatly as part of a family in a peaceful, positive and loving atmosphere.
They adapted Montessori principles to help people with demencia, which is a smart and efficient idea.
Volunteering there… read more
13 Oct 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Xavier)
Hosting Xavier in our house and for our project was a really wonderful experience. Amongst his many great qualities was calmness in every situation, hard working, a great cook, never saying no to any task (he took everything on fearlessly), great sense of humour and absolute integrity. He was a great help to us in our daycare and became a good… read more
(Excellent)
27 Sep 2019
Left by Workawayer (Lize) for host
Ramsey and Leslie are a generous, open and kind couple. I realy enjoyed my stay here. The work is mooore than fair. The accomodation is a nice cosy cottage and you are also always welcome in their beautiful house to read, hang out, play games, cook and in general have fun with them and with the other workawayers. They have a sweet dog named Lady,… read more
19 Sep 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Lize)
Lize was a great workawayer for us, always asking how she could help, helping the other workawayers prepare dinner on her own time and fitting in with our routines splendidly. She was a really hard worker, and volunteered many times to walk our dog. She was a great asset to us in the time she was here, getting along well with the other workawayers… read more
(Excellent)
17 Aug 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Paige & Esteban)
Paige was such a breath of fresh air. She exuded enthusiasm and a wonderful joie de vivre. She has an incredible gift with children and immense compassion and caring for the seniors in our dementia daycare. We were overjoyed that she was there to help us in our program. She anticipated our needs so well in areas we never thought of, especially… read more
(Excellent)
2 Aug 2019
Left by Workawayer (Sterenn & Benjamin) for host
We can resume this workaway experience in one word: unforgattable.
Thank you to Leslie and Ramsey for the welcome! We spent three nice weeks with them.
It was amazing for us to see how Ramsey and Leslie are truly good people who care of others and who want everyone to just be happy and part of their family. It's definitly the kind of people… read more
Thank you to Leslie and Ramsey for the welcome! We spent three nice weeks with them.
It was amazing for us to see how Ramsey and Leslie are truly good people who care of others and who want everyone to just be happy and part of their family. It's definitly the kind of people… read more
31 Jul 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Sterenn & Benjamin)
Wow, what a wonderful workaway couple. Sterenn and Benjamin were amongst the best workawayers that have been with us over the years. They were so hard-working, dedicated, kind and talented. Sterenn and Benjamin always were offering to help when they saw any need. We had tasty meals prepared by them and very tasty bread baked by Sterenn. They are a… read more
(Excellent)
25 May 2019
Left by Workawayer (Franziska) for host
I can only recommend a stay with Ramsey and Leslie! They are both very warmhearted and care about you and how you are doing a lot. They are very flexible and you can plan your working time quite easy. I was able to do a lot of creative work which was real fun. Their dog Lady is adoreable and their house is very historic and interesting to live in.… read more
19 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Franziska)
Franzi was a real joy to have with us. She always stayed on task, making sure she did a good job with anything that was asked of her. She was an intelligent, caring and compassionate helper and always had a positive attitude. We wish her well in her new teaching career. Thank you so much, Franzi.
(Excellent)
14 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Genesis)
Genesis was a lovely young lady who helped us a lot with the marketing, promotion and our web site. She was always fun to be with and hard working. She made some wonderful dinners for all of us. She was full of kindness and compassion. It was very easy to share our place with her. We wish her all the best in her journey. We very much appreciated… read more
(Excellent)
11 Mar 2019
Left by Workawayer (Rosehannah ) for host
Thank you Leslie and Ramsey for making my first Work Away experience feel so welcoming and like a home from home! It was a pleasure to be able to stay with you in your beautiful home and to contribute to your vision of a more holistic and person centred environment for dementia support. Leslie and Ramsey are extremely kind and generous and I was… read more
10 Mar 2019
Left by host for Workawayer (Rosehannah )
We were so fortunate to have Rosehannah stay with us for almost three weeks. She was engaging, trustworthy, honest, compassionate,caring, hardworking and gave us very insightful contributions to our project. She fit in with our group of workawayers very easily, but also found ways to do fun things on her own. She was very self-reliant and… read more
(Excellent)
3 Nov 2016
Left by Workawayer (Danielle) for host
Leslie and Ramsey make you feel like part of their family. Plus they give you a lot of freedom when it comes to determining your work schedule. I shared the cottage with another workawayer from Germany -- and so I was able to learn not only about Canada, but about her culture. It was such a wonderful experience.
We ended up designing and… read more
We ended up designing and… read more
21 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Danielle)
Danielle was a joy to have as a helper. Always very positive and cheerful. She worked on a brick, slab and pebble pathway in our yard along with another helper from Germany. She worked hard and was dedicated to completing the project before she left. She offered her own ideas as to the project but was careful to check with us before proceeding… read more
(Excellent)
24 Oct 2016
Left by Workawayer (Mariko) for host
I had such a wonderful time and i couldn't ask for a better host as my first workaway experience!
Leslie and Ramsey made me feel at home and it was a pleasure to participate their life!!
Their exerted to give me a lot of several opportunities for my free time and i really had some wonderful trips with them! I shared the cottage with another… read more
Leslie and Ramsey made me feel at home and it was a pleasure to participate their life!!
Their exerted to give me a lot of several opportunities for my free time and i really had some wonderful trips with them! I shared the cottage with another… read more
21 Oct 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Mariko)
Mariko was an excellent helper. She worked alongside an American helper on our brick, slab and pebble pathway. She had some very creative deigns which they implemented. She is a very hard worker. She was always concerned with doing a perfect job. She often offered to help us with the household tasks. You won't regret having her as a helper. Good… read more
(Excellent)
3 Jun 2016
Left by Workawayer (Thomas & Kathy) for host
We loved our stay with Ramsey & Leslie. Their home and garden has so much history & character. The cottage where we stayed was excellent and they make sure you feel right at home. Really going to miss Ramsey & Leslie's cooking! Thanks for a very enjoyable month and all the best for the future. Thomas & Kathy.
2 Jun 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Thomas & Kathy)
Kathy and Thomas were wonderful helpers. We were so glad to have had the experience of their staying with us. From the very beginning of their stay with us we felt very comfortable and relaxed having them around. They were respectful of our needs and demanded very little of us. Their work ethic was top notch. Any time they put their hands to some… read more
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Susanne)
We consider ourselves so fortunate to have had Suse be a helper at our house. Suse has such a happy disposition - We were always joking and laughing together! And what a great worker. I would only have to think about a job that needed doing and before I had a chance to turn around, Suse had done it. It was just like magic! She scrubbed, sanded and… read more
(Excellent)
24 Apr 2016
Left by Workawayer (Susanne) for host
I had a wonderful time at Leslies and Ramseys B&B!! During 4 weeks I was helping in the garden (mostly weeding, watering, lawn mowing), I took care of the chicks which become like "teenager" chicks during my stay. I also helped at the B&B (taking off the sheets, starting the washing machine and making the beds). I organized their shed, a cupboard… read more
3 Mar 2016
Left by host for Workawayer (Yoshiyuki)
Yoshi you were the best helper that we have ever had (and we've had 7 so far)! Yoshi NEVER did a job half-way but stuck to it until it was done, even if this meant that he worked many hours longer than expected. He cleaned up our 1/2 acre garden thoroughly after the winter's big mess. Not a single leaf or weed was left to be seen! I even had to… read more
(Excellent)
3 Mar 2016
Left by Workawayer (Yoshiyuki) for host
Thank you so much for everything, Ramsey and Leslie. I had a really happy time with you! They are so welcoming, kind, warm smiling couple. I just stayed 1 week. But they gave me a lot of opportunities to go hiking, biking, walking... And we saw some fantastic movies together. Furthermore I had my hair cut by Leslie! That's amazing! I really… read more
