Shahd is the newest member of Ancoura’s team, joining as a part-time resident support worker.
Shahd has lived in Ottawa for the majority of her years and has recently graduated from Carleton University, where she learned some valuable and vital insights about the social determinants of health. Shahd also completed her field placement with a community health centre, where she became drawn to the idea of helping others, and this is what ultimately attracted her to Ancoura.
She “looks forward to contributing to this organization’s wonderful support network and nurturing environment, and to becoming a part of its amazing community” and is excited to join the team and meet Ancoura’s wonderful residents and volunteers.
A little bit more about Shahd: She states that fall is her favourite season, “there is just something about a cozy sweater, sipping a warm tea, and reading a good book while listening to the rain outside that brings me so much happiness.” Shahd likes to puzzle, build miniatures, and is currently dabbling in pottery, though she states, “the last one is definitely a work in progress.” Shahd also loves to wander around grocery stores. “Looking at all the items, picking out new snacks and trying foods from different cultures is a sure way to bring me joy.”
