Lorry-Ann is an Associate Teaching Professor and Chair of TRU’s School of Social Work and Human Services. She is registered with the BC College of Social Workers and is an active member of the BC Association of Social Workers. She is an experienced social worker and educator with a demonstrated history of working with children and youth in the health sector. She is a strong community and social services professional who also has a background in media and communications.

Carley has a background in political science and board governance. She has a long history of volunteerism with various organizations throughout BC and has previously volunteered with A Way Home Kamloops in different capacities. Carley is also acting as interim Board Treasurer.

Andrea was raised in the Kamloops area, she loves her community and feels that giving back is the best way to show your appreciation for the people within it! Volunteer work with local schools, 4-H Clubs and youth organizations are important to Andrea.  She works full-time with her family on their cattle feedlot in Westwold, and part-time as the Executive Director with the BC Association of Cattle Feeders.  Her interest and understanding of Board governance continuously grows with participation on both National and Provincial Boards.  

Jason is the President of Kelson Group, a successful, family-owned property management business, including corporate and individual building operations in communities throughout B.C. and Alberta. He earned his Bachelor of Commerce from UBC and worked in the commercial real estate industry for several years prior to joining the family business.

Janelle is currently an Employmnet Specialist with Open Door group and work BC. Prior to that, she worked for the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society as an Administrative Assistant where she learned of A Way Home. She is motivated by her genuine care for others, and a passion for helping individuals navigate through the resources that the community has to offer. Janelle is equipped with experience in fundraising, event planning, Human Resources, recruitment and knowledge of compliance and policies.

Louise has recently retired from her 15-year position as Executive Director of the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society. Louise’s background is in law and she helped develop the Poverty Law Advocacy Program at E.Fry, while also acting as the Regional Advocate for the Canadian Association of Elizabeth Fry Societies. Louise has been a long-standing volunteer with the Law Foundation of BC, a key support member in the Kamloops Homelessness Action Plan, and developed the first women’s supportive transitional housing in Kamloops. Louise has been a key supervisor throughout the development of AWHK.

Grayden brings a business perspective to the board and previously owned nine Subway stores in Kamloops. Grayden gives his time generously to the community and is currently a Board Director at the Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society, the Kamloops Central Business Improvement Association, the ICCHA Wish Foundation, and the Kamloops Daybreak Rotary Club.

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