Volunteer stories

As a parent carer herself, Claire wants others to experience the benefits that being part of the local caring community can bring. 

"I’ve been blessed with a knowledge about gardening and using that to help, support and inspire others does give you that warm feeling."

"It gives me a real sense of purpose and community and I love it!"

“Volunteering has helped me a lot, it makes me feel useful and valuable, and I’ve met some wonderful people"

"I am only too pleased to pay back some of the support that I have received"

"The pure, genuine act of kindness of helping another person was what my soul needed"

"I needed something else to keep me going, I want to feel like I’m helping people"

Like many carers, Bryan found that volunteering created a natural next step on his journey with us.

Play an important role in supporting the health and wellbeing of unpaid carers in the area.

Help young carers meet other children and take a break from caring to support their wellbeing.

Support carers to take a break from their caring role while enjoying a hot drink in the company of others who understand.