For nine-year-old animal lover Alice, a dream shared during a special interview soon became a reality.
Earlier this year, Alice (pictured above) shared her dream of working at a pet adoption centre during an interview at Hospital School SA with Channel 7 News presenter and WCH Foundation Ambassador Elspeth Hussey.
When Elspeth asked what she wanted to be when she grows up, Alice didn’t hesitate.
“I want to work at a pet adoption centre.”
It was a simple answer, but one that captured her love of animals and her dream of helping take care of them.
After the WCH Foundation shared the interview online, it reached the team at Animal Welfare League (AWL) South Australia.
Touched by her passion for animals, Alice and her family were welcomed behind the scenes at AWL for a day she won’t soon forget. Alongside her sister Clare, Alice had the opportunity to experience first-hand what life is like for the people who care for rescue animals every day.
The sisters met some of AWL’s newest residents, including Whisky and Maggie, two playful puppies, and Ginny, a friendly nine-year-old cat whose affectionate personality quickly won them over.
For Alice, it was a chance to step into the world she has imagined for herself and see what her dream job might one day look like.
Opportunities like these can mean so much for children and families who spend time in hospital. They offer a chance to step away from appointments and routines, reconnect with the things they love and create positive memories together outside of a healthcare setting.
Alice’s day was a wonderful reminder of the power of community and the importance of nurturing the passions and dreams of children. Thanks to the kindness of the AWL team, a dream became a reality, creating memories that their family will cherish forever.
