Volunteer – Geoff
After I retired I was missing being at work but then I came across a Remap advert in the Model Engineer magazine.
Remap volunteers are highly valued - everything we do depends on volunteers!
Remap volunteers:
After I retired I was missing being at work but then I came across a Remap advert in the Model Engineer magazine.
I enjoy volunteering for Remap because of the variety of projects you can get involved in. And you couldn’t ask for a friendlier atmosphere!
It is great to be able to use our engineering skills to make something unique like this; it makes a really big difference to someone’s quality of life.
When I retired I found something was missing from my life; the mental challenges and camaraderie of work. A friend mentioned Remap and he challenged me to take on being the Chairman.
So far I have been involved with nearly 1,000 cases, each one unique, interesting and challenging. I am still thoroughly enjoying my work for Remap; it is hugely rewarding.
As a former carpenter, I felt that I might be able to make a difference to local disabled people. I have gone on to meet and work with many amazing people as a result.
I read an article about REMAP and thought it would be a great opportunity to share some of my 22 years’ worth of Occupational Therapy knowledge!
In reality volunteering isn’t just about giving, it is also about receiving; it’s a wonderful two-way experience.