Sharon

I discovered Braintree Mencap through my daughter Stacey who has a learning disability. I have been volunteering for about 28  years now, I assist in the Art & Craft session where there is always much laugher as well as creativity. I also volunteer at Gateway Club on a Thursday evening taking the entry fees, it is always lovely seeing so many members gather and socialise for the evening. I used to arrange a yearly coach trip for the members with help from a colleague who sadly isn’t with us any more. Every year members used to save up in our savings club so that we could take them for a long weekend at Mersea camping. They thoroughly enjoyed the experience!

I enjoy going to shows and music festivals, eating out with friends and also jazzercise and performing in a Rock choir.