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The Davies Project Blog

Updates on the growth and achievements of our organization
​in our mission to serve the children of Greater Lansing.

Rebecca: Cornerstone of The Davies Project

1/17/2019

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One day in early 2014, Dr. Guertin of Sparrow Hospital, called Pam, now executive director, about a young refugee who was “profoundly ill” and needed immediate dialysis several times a week.

Pam and 4 quickly-recruited volunteers drove Rebecca and her family back and forth to St. Lawrence 3 times a week for 3-4 hour appointments for about a year.


Rebecca’s family spoke no English, had many younger children to care for, and were trying to learn about living in Lansing.


​Likewise, Rebecca's family had much to teach. Lessons learned from the numerous challenges became the now 40-page manual that all new volunteer drivers receive. It is the core material for new driver trainings.


Rebecca is a cornerstone of The Davies Project. With her family, she helped to jump-start the development of the program and The Davies Project is grateful.


Today, Rebecca is a healthy 20-year-old. She received a new kidney and no longer needs rides.  Dr. Guertin unequivocally credits volunteer drivers from The Davies Project for saving Rebecca’s life

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