Rowena lives in West Moors and is a retired schoolteacher. She has volunteered for Home-Start Wessex for 11 years, visiting families at home, fundraising at events, and has been a trustee for even longer.

Rowena volunteers because, “I feel I am doing some good, I like the people and think Home-Start is a great organisation. Plus, I am not ready to stop just yet.” She has learnt new skills working with children with disabilities.

To someone thinking of volunteering Rowena says, “Don’t be scared or worried about how difficult it might be. Just be yourself and not judgemental and you will get just as much from it as you give.”

Photo of Rowena with Scarlett, a family Home-Start Wessex has recently supported.

If you would like to volunteer for Home-Start Wessex, then please get in touch.