For more information, either phone the office on 01260 275333 or email info@friendsforleisure.org.uk.
To contact any of the trustees, please use the email address:
info@friendsforleisure.org.uk.
Charles Booth
I first got involved with Friends for Leisure during my time on Congleton Town Council. The vision resounded with me immediately, having benefitted as a teenager myself from a similar organisation and still being close friends with those I met in my youth group; I can see the value and the power of what they do.
I now work with young people leaving school to become apprentices in the technology and marketing industries as a coach and tutor, as well as to offer pastoral care in their workplace.
Paul Drew
I first discovered Friends for Leisure through a fellow trustee. As soon as I learned about the incredible work this charity does for people across Cheshire East, I knew I had to get involved. I’m honored to serve as the current Chairperson.
In my professional life, I’m the Apprenticeships Director at JBC Training. I’m passionate about providing strategic leadership to grow apprenticeship programs and empower individuals.
I’m also the Co-Founder and shareholder of Apprentify Group Ltd. We founded Apprentify in 2018 with a vision to create the best digital apprenticeship provider, offering top-tier training in the digital, tech, and sales sectors.
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Mollie Heywood
I first got involved with Friends for Leisure when I started volunteering at school! I loved getting involved with every aspect of Friends for Leisure, from day trips, being a buddy and getting involved in regular activities. I’m excited to be involved again now and help this brilliant charity move forward!
I’m now working as a children’s social worker and I’m studying to become a barrister.
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Pam Carey
I first became involved with Friends for Leisure in 2013, when my daughter, Becca, joined the charity.
Despite being an identical twin, having cerebral palsy left her socially isolated so attending all of the social events gave Becca confidence and a voice.
I am a Chartered Accountant and have worked for many years in the financial and manufacturing sectors, including PLC’s and SME’s, and wanted to help Friends For Leisure in any way I could to ‘pay back’ the gratitude for how they help children like Becca. I am honoured to be a Trustee for the charity.
Heather Pearce
Friends for Leisure were a lifeline for my son, Harrison, when he was growing up and struggling to make friends.
He got involved in many activities – drama, fortnightly youth groups, PALS, and holiday sessions.
He also had a volunteer buddy and still meets up with her when she comes to Congleton.
When Harrison became an adult and left the charity, I decided to get involved to support their work with the next generation of children.
I am a speech & language therapist and have worked in the NHS for over 30 years.
I am passionate about inclusion and participation for all and I am honoured to support Friends for Leisure’s work.
