Meet our amazing team
Alison
Project Co-ordinator
I have over 20 years experience as a Physio working mainly with older people and 5 years ago trained as a Counsellor at Keele University. I have also worked supporting people with Dementia and their carers. All this inspired the start of Connect For Life – I am passionate about encouraging people, especially those affected by dementia or memory loss, to continue to enjoy life, have opportunities to socialise, have fun and be listened to.
June
Volunteer Co-ordinator
I began volunteering at Connect for Life after moving to Oswestry last November. And I can honestly say it's one of the best decisions I have made. The sessions are filled with laughter, chat, sharing, reminiscence, interaction, caring and genuine love and respect.
Volunteering with this wonderful group gives me such a lift. And by the smiles on the faces of the service users I'm not the only one who benefits so much from coming here.
I began volunteering at Connect for Life after moving to Oswestry last November. And I can honestly say it's one of the best decisions I have made. The sessions are filled with laughter, chat, sharing, reminiscence, interaction, caring and genuine love and respect.
Volunteering with this wonderful group gives me such a lift. And by the smiles on the faces of the service users I'm not the only one who benefits so much from coming here.
Sue
Volunteer
I hold CFL close to my heart . I have experienced how rewarding it is to see individuals come alive
through reminiscing, conversation and laughter. Perhaps times have moved on, age has overtaken
but when bringing memories to the forefront of the mind is not long before we smile. It’s
wonderful to see the animation. Through weekly activities we become one united group looking
forward together.
Paula
Volunteer
I was interested in volunteering having experienced the effect dementia has on family and carers. The activities are always fun and it is rewarding seeing how much the service users enjoy the sessions.
Joy
Volunteer
I recently retired after nursing for 29 years and was looking for some volunteer work when I found Connect for Life. I enjoy meeting new people and working in a caring enviroment. Volunteering allows me to give something back to the community in my retirement.
Marian
Volunteer
I find volunteering at Connect for Life a very postivie and rewarding experience. It is a great place to meet new people and make new friends.
Joan
Volunteer
Seeing the Service users enjoying the varied activities we do at CFl is very rewarding for me as a volunteer. Such a lovely group of volunteers.
Phil
Volunteer
My first acquaintance with CFL was when I gave a talk as Oswestry's Town Crier. The volunteers were having their photo's taken and I asked 'Where are all the male volunteers?' When the answer was 'we don't have any at the moment'' I decided to offer. There is nothing difficult about the work, and you will become part of a very worthwhile, friendly organisation.
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Daphne
Volunteer
It is a joy to volunteer at such a well organised day centre. Seeing the engagement and smiles on
the faces of the service users says it all.
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I love coming to Connect for Life and seeing the clients laughing and participating in the activities together. They always seem to have a great time and go home smiling
Volunteer
I love coming to Connect for Life and seeing the clients laughing and participating in the activities together. They always seem to have a great time and go home smiling
Rosy
Volunteer
Volunteering enables me to part of an inspiring team who make a meaningful difference for people affected by dementia. It's fun, challenging
and rewarding.
Jacqui
Volunteer
I have decided to volunteer at my local Connect For Life group because my Mum suffered from dementia and I feel I can give something back in her memory.
Jenny
Volunteer
I really enjoy being part of the CFL family. It's lovely to get out and meet new people.
Alison
Volunteer
Volunteering enables me to be part of a inspiring team who make a meaningful difference for people affected by dementia.
It's fun, challenging and rewarding.
Volunteering enables me to be part of a inspiring team who make a meaningful difference for people affected by dementia.
It's fun, challenging and rewarding.
Odette
Volunteer
Volunteer
I have worked closely with families living with dementia for many years. Dementia has had a big impact on my own family. The team at CFL are wonderful, kind an very dedicated to the
work CFL is doing.
Sandra
Volunteer
I find it rewarding working in this environment, supporting people with dementia. It is a pleasure to observe the group interacting with other group members and participating in all group activities. I was impressed with the variety of activities.
Sam
Trustee and Volunteer
Frances
Chair of the trustees
I have 30 years experience as a Physiotherapist, with various roles. I have been involved with research involving people with memory difficulties. I have also been involved in voluntary sector organisations which support families and carers.
I wholeheartedly agree with the Christian ethos of Connect for Life and its passion to improve the lives of people with memory difficulties, their carers and wider family.
Chelsea
Trustee and Volunteer
Volunteering with Connect For Life has been one of the best decisions of my life. I am so grateful to be part of such an amazing and caring team. Every session is full of love, laughter and joy. It is so rewarding to see how engaged and happy the service users are.
Jenny
Trustee
I love helping at Connect for Life as I enjoy spending time with the service users and hearing all their interesting stories. I also enjoy being part of the volunteer team!
Julia
Trustee and Volunteer
I saw that Connect for Life wanted some help with lunches and am fortunate enough to have time on Wednesday midday. I have been helping deliver, serve and wash up for a few months now and really enjoy talking to the clients and supporting the professionals. It is a privilege to be involved.
Sam
Trustee and Volunteer
Volunteering is at the very core of being human, no one has got through life without someone else to help. The service users at Connect for Life will touch my heart for the rest of my life.
Dan
IT and Website
I like to help out the guys at Connect For Life in any way I can. With currently studying to be a Social Worker, supporting vulnerable people will be eventually my career. So what a better place to start than at Connect For Life.
Tudor
Grant Fundraising
I've worked in Charity Sector for 33 years developing front line services. I have watched the Connect For Life Team using their gifts and talents to support vulnerable people and it's a pleasure to 'volunteer' looking for funding to develop the work.
Andrew
Administrator
I consider myself extremely lucky to be able to work alongside the amazing team at Connect for Life. Inspiring and life affirming!
Oh and if I time it right I am often given cake!