Mavourneen

My connection with Braintree Mencap has evolved over the years. It all started when my son started coming to the playscheme on Saturdays and school holidays. It was sometime later when I attended my first Annual General meeting. Whilst there, I was invited to join the Trustee board.

Once my son turned 18 years old, I persuaded him to spend an evening at the Gateway Club, with the promise that I would attend with him so he didn’t feel alone. He had a great time, made some friends and I was immediately introduced to other volunteers who made me feel right at home. From that one night, I came back every Thursday with my son and found my role helping out in the kitchen, that was around 17 years ago and I have been there ever since.

Once I retired from my job, I started volunteering at some daytime classes and have enjoyed being part of the team ever since. It doesn’t seem possible that 28 years have passed. I still enjoy my time spent with the lovely people at Braintree Mencap, it’s like my second home.