06/06/2026
🌟 Volunteer Spotlight – Rachel 🌟
As part of Volunteers’ Week, today we’re celebrating the wonderful Rachel and everything she brings to Merly’s Kitchen. 💚
Rachel is one of those people every organisation dreams of having on their team. She is an incredibly hard worker who is always willing to lend a hand, no matter what needs doing. Whether it’s a busy day in the tearoom, helping with community activities, or tackling the jobs that often go unnoticed, Rachel is always there, ready to help.
One of Rachel’s greatest qualities is her initiative. She doesn’t wait to be asked, she sees what needs doing and gets on with it. Her positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to help make a huge difference to both our team and the people we support.
Rachel also has a wonderful way of brightening up the team. Her friendly nature, sense of humour, and positive energy lift those around her and help make Merly’s Kitchen the welcoming place that it is. She brings warmth and kindness wherever she goes, and we’re so grateful to have her as part of our volunteer family.
As if that wasn’t enough, Rachel also gives her time to help at the Pensioners Centre, showing her commitment to supporting the wider community. She is also a familiar face at our craft groups, where she enjoys getting involved, encouraging others, and helping create the friendly and inclusive atmosphere that makes our community activities so special.
Rachel embodies everything that community is about, showing up, helping others, getting involved, and making people feel welcome. Her dedication, kindness, and generosity of spirit are an inspiration to us all.
Rachel, thank you for everything you do. Your hard work, positivity, and willingness to help never go unnoticed, and we are incredibly lucky to have you on our team. 💚
💚 Could you help make a difference too?
We’re always looking for new volunteers to join our growing team. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or a few hours a month, your time could make a real difference to someone in our community.
From helping in our tearoom and community projects to supporting events, food distribution, community groups, and activities, there are plenty of ways to get involved. No experience is necessary—just a willingness to help and be part of something special.
If you’d like to find out more about volunteering with Merly’s Kitchen CIC, send us a message or pop in for a chat. We’d love to hear from you. 💚
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