Chair

Being a regular volunteer since 2014, then a Trustee and now Chairperson, is a responsibility and commitment that I am thoroughly enjoying because I can see the fantastic work that everyone involved does.

Keynsham & District Mencap is a real community and I feel privileged to be involved and able to put smiles on the faces of members, helping build their confidence and facilitating opportunities.

The teamwork is second to none and Im thrilled that my professional skills could help support this charity that I have come to love with all my heart.

Vice-Chair

I began volunteering with the children’s groups in May 2015 before being employed as deputy play leader January 2017 to August 2020.

I started volunteering 5 years after my son who had special needs passed away. I wanted to use the wealth of my experience of raising a SENs child to be put to a good use. As a parent I also know that even an hour of respite is welcoming knowing your child is safely being looked after. 

Recently I returned to volunteering with Club 25 as the sessions fit in with my day job as an assistant to an MD. 

Outside of work & volunteering I enjoy keeping fit, being outdoors and socialising with family & friends. 

When I was approached to ask if I would consider being a trustee, I knew this was something I would love to do. To be able to support & run Keynsham Mencap for the benefit of all the members how could I say no. This charity along with staff and volunteers is vital for the community and I feel it is a privilege to be part of it.

Secretary

I joined Keynsham Mencap as Treasurer in 2013 and have never regretted that decision. To work with capable and committed fellow trustees is a pleasure.

Helping our tremendous staff and volunteers is the icing on that outstanding family cake which is Keynsham and District Mencap Society.

Delivering more life choices for people with learning disabilities.

Trustee

Trustee

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Trustee

As the dad of a club 25 member I know just how valuable the respite time Keynsham Mencap gives to carers and want to give whatever support I can to this wonderful organisation so that it can continue and grow to support the Keynsham area community.

As a retired chartered accountant with 3 decades of experience in financial services I hope that the knowledge I can bring to the trustee group will support the groups wider aims.

Having moved to the area in 2017 from Surrey I have experience of the support that Surrey groups have and hope that this can be useful in encouraging the growth ambitions of Keynsham Mencap.

We have 2 dogs and 3 cats at home and enjoy country walks with the dogs. I have always liked woodworking and have a small workshop to escape to in the garden. I have taken up golf since retiring and have also recently taken up pilates, all of which keeps me from getting under my wife’s feet!