Jenny, a former teacher, was a volunteer with Family Friends. She supported a single mum with three children under the age of five.
Our stories
Karen’s story
Parent receiving befriending
The single mother of a young son, Karen felt comfortable with the service from the outset. She is now enrolled at university.
Sophia’s story
Parent receiving befriending
A single mother, Sophia has health issues which her mentor has provided a lot of help around.
George’s story
Child mentor
George has mentored three boys through Family Friends. He describes his volunteering as a ‘win-win’ situation.
Madhu’s story
Child receiving mentoring
10 year old Madhu says the help she receives around homework has made a huge difference.
Davesh’s story
Child receiving mentoring
Referred by a teacher, 13 year old Davesh says having a mentor has given him a huge amount of confidence.
