Honouring dedication
Veronica Marach is joined by her family as she receives an Award of Excellence from the BCASW.
Veronica Marach, an Analyst in CLBC’s Surrey Quality Service Office, was recently recognized with an Award of Excellence by the BC Association of Social Workers (BCASW).
The BCASW Board instituted a special recognition at their 2010 Annual General Meeting and Conference. The recognition is for a member who exemplifies what it means to live out their core social work values.
“She always goes the extra mile to make sure our clients are well served,” said Nancy Bell, a CLBC Supervisor of Administrative Services who works with Veronica.
Veronica was nominated by Anne Nikon, Executive Director of W. J. Stelmaschuk and Associates. Her nomination describes Veronica as “someone who has devoted many years of her life to ensure people with disabilities have a high quality of life and are truly included in their communities.’’
The award was presented in a small, surprise ceremony at the Surrey office on December 20. Veronica’s family, who were in on the surprise, also attended to share the celebration with her.
“It’s really an honour. I’m glad I could bring the award to CLBC. It recognizes service to individuals and because CLBC is person-focused, it very much coincides with our social work goals to help people make their lives as good as possible,” says Veronica. “It doesn’t matter our job title, we’re all working for the same purpose, to make individuals’ lives better.”
