THE Mencap store in Warrington, which is currently looking for volunteers, have delivered over 1200 handwritten thank you cards to volunteers who have made a big difference to the lives of people with a learning disability to mark this year’s Volunteers’ Week.
Volunteers’ Week is a national campaign to recognise and celebrate the fantastic contribution made by people who volunteer across the UK which runs from Saturday 1-7 June.
The charity has grown its volunteer network over the last five years from around 200 volunteers through to 1260 volunteers today, 500 of who work across Mencap’s retail stores in the UK Mencap is proud of the growing number of its volunteers who have a learning disability, with many gaining vital retail experience by volunteering in their local Mencap’s charity shop which then helps increase their employability.
Joanne Hindes, Store Manager at a Mencap store explained the difference volunteers make: “The impact volunteers’ have had on our store has been incredible. Quite simply our store would not be the space it is without them. We have seen our volunteers’ go from strength to strength in confidence and ability levels.”
Anne-Marie Zaritsky, Head of Volunteering at the learning disability charity Mencap, said: “Volunteers’ Week is a time for us to say a big thank you to all of our inspirational volunteers who are as passionate about supporting people with a learning disability as we are. For many of our volunteers, the opportunity to volunteer with Mencap is not only a chance to do something great, but it’s also an opportunity to develop new skills and experiences, as well as make new friends. Volunteering with Mencap can really transform lives.”
To find out more about Mencap’s current volunteer opportunities visit the website.
