Alan Henwood – Volunteer
Volunteer profile: Alan.
Alan Henwood is the President of the Governing Body of Arthritis New Zealand.
Alan, a Wellington-based lawyer, has had an active involvement with Arthritis New Zealand for nearly 20 years. His roles have included Chair of the Research Committee, Governing Body member, and Vice President.
In 2010 he received the society’s Premier Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution.
A director of specialist Wellington law firm Stephens Lawyers, Alan has a long association with the health sector. He has also represented a number of charitable and voluntary organisations, and has been the honorary solicitor for the Wellington Night Shelter Trust.
If you would like to volunteer for Arthritis New Zealand, please call free of charge 0800 663 463.
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Maureen McKain – Volunteer
Volunteer profile: Maureen.
Maureen has been the voluntary co-ordinator of the weekly “Sit and Be Fit” Exercise classes in Stoke for the past six years. This is a low level exercise programme for those with reduced mobility. The Arthritis New Zealand members who attend love her class.
Maureen works full time as a yoga instructor. This really is an act of love of exercise and commitment to volunteering for her.
In December 2011, Arthritis New Zealand awarded Maureen with a Regional Community Service Award. This award is in recognition of Maureen’s wonderful dedication and work over many years for Arthritis New Zealand and our members and clients.
If you would like to volunteer for Arthritis New Zealand, please call free of charge 0800 663 463.
Read MoreThank You Volunteers! From Arthritis New Zealand
The week of 19th to 25th June marks the 2011 Volunteer Awareness Week, with the theme ‘Volunteering – Every Minute Counts’ which hopes to highlight that volunteers provide an invaluable contribution to our society and that every minute of their work counts.
Volunteers play a vital role in Arthritis New Zealand.
From running support and exercise groups’ right through to being members of the Governing Body, each role the kind-heartened volunteers plays, is a major part in the success of the charity.
Andrea is a volunteer at Arthritis New Zealand’s National Office in Wellington. Andrea came to Arthritis New Zealand through Volunteer Wellington and enjoys volunteering: “I think it’s a 50/50 for me and Arthritis New Zealand. It is great for me to practice my English and be active while looking for a job.”
“Everyone is so friendly and it’s a great way to meet people while helping the community.”
Andrea is also thinking about helping out during the Arthritis Appeal’s street collection day in September.
“Thank you so much to all of our volunteers, this week is all about you and recognising the fantastic and self-less work you do as a volunteer.” said Ms Kirby.
If you would like to volunteer for Arthritis New Zealand, please call free of charge 0800 663 463.
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Andrea Wilson – Volunteer
Volunteer profile: Andrea.
Andrea is a volunteer at Arthritis New Zealand’s National Office in Wellington. Andrea came to Arthritis New Zealand through Volunteer Wellington and enjoys volunteering: “I think it’s a 50/50 for me and Arthritis New Zealand. It is great for me to practice my English and be active while looking for a job.”
“Everyone is so friendly and it’s a great way to meet people while helping the community.”
Andrea is also thinking about helping out during the Arthritis Appeal’s street collection day in September.
If you would like to volunteer for Arthritis New Zealand, please call free of charge 0800 663 463.
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