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A Few Hours, A Big Difference: Why I Volunteer with ECL
When I first moved down from Aberdeen with my family, it felt like a new and exciting adventure, but it also meant leaving behind familiar faces and places. Arriving just before the Covid pandemic, provided an extra challenge to work through. Once life became normal again, I realised I wasn’t very familiar with the local community or the incredible organisations working within it. Determined to change that, I started searching online for volunteering opportunities, hoping to

Rachel Lothian
Jun 12 min read


Going the Extra Mile for Learning Disabilities
Discover how one runner’s journey through the Kingston Half Marathon helped raise £1,400 to support adults with learning disabilities. From setbacks to sunshine, this inspiring story celebrates resilience, community, and meaningful impact.

Ann Ledgard
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Learning Differently, Living Fully and Being Me
Hi, I’m Teri, I’m 27 and I live in the borough of Elmbridge. Since quite a young age I have known that I learn differently to my peers,...

Teri
Jun 23, 20252 min read


15 Years of Volunteering - A Story of Friendship
For 15 years, I’ve attended Wednesday’s Multi-Activity sessions which gives the members the opportunity to be creative, make friends, and...

Rosemary Bailey
Apr 4, 20252 min read


What it means to be an ECL Trustee
Lisa tells us about her experience of being a trustee on the Board of ECL.

Lisa Wilks
Nov 1, 20243 min read
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