Thanks to our volunteers

Between 3 – 9 June we celebrated Volunteers Week, recognising the fabulous work of our volunteers. We caught up with one of our volunteers,

Jen Burrows, to ask her a few questions about her experience over the last two years with the OPAL Borders project. OPAL Borders offers opportunities for older people to come together at groups for some gentle exercise, games, a cuppa and a lot of laughter and chat!


Why did you decide to begin volunteering?

I first joined OPAL as a requirement for my vocational training. However, it was something I had wanted to be a part of beforehand and I enjoy my role within the community so much I have continued it on.

What benefits have you experienced personally?

The afternoons that I spend volunteering can be the highlight of my week. It is a dedicated time that I get to meet new people, as well as catch-up with now established friends; it is time that is an escape from the busyness of both personal and work pressures.

Do you have any stories you could share about your time volunteering?

Going with the group on a day trip to the alpacas experience was great fun, it was something new for everyone and we had a great time.