Volunteer Spotlight
Steven Manning
Steven Manning explains why he enjoys volunteering for CALL and what motivated him to get involved...
"My mother died as a result of breast cancer, and I was in a position to be of some practical and emotional help during the final months of her illness. The experience acted as a catalyst for me to pursue some form of voluntary work.
"CALL has given me the freedom and support to fulfil my potential as a trusted and valued volunteer within the organisation. The ongoing training is comprehensive and confidence building, and has enabled me to carry out my work effectively. Consequently I have found the experience rewarding beyond expectation.
"Duties can vary widely, and include sitting with a client while a carer has some respite, driving someone to a hospital appointment or leisure activity, providing a listening ear or simply being 'on hand' as reassurance for someone should they need to talk to a friendly 'non judgemental' person.
"I find the work both challenging and fulfilling, and would recommend anyone considering doing some form of voluntary work to contact CALL for a chat about the possibility of developing their potential."
