Nadia joined our Community Health Programme 6 months ago and has enjoyed taking an active role in promoting healthy lifestyle choices to people in her community. In February, she received a graduation certificate to recognise her dedication to the scheme.

I’m Nadia, a Community Health Champion. I have been volunteering for 6 months at Freshwinds and what an amazing experience it has been. I have attended several events and received an award for “Best Community Events Support” Acknowledgement of Participation in the Community Health Champions programme.

I’m delighted that I’m having such an important contribution to improving the health and lifestyle of my local community. Throughout this volunteering project the experience has made me a better person, the biggest personal benefit being the change to my lifestyle. I have started eating 5 a day as well as cutting out fast food. I have also become more active as I have introduced some exercise into my day simply by walking and taking the stairs instead of the elevator. Now I feel healthier in a short space of time.

Volunteering is about giving but it is also about having a great time – an experience to remember all your life. I’m proud of the good work I’m doing and I’ll keep on doing it.

Why did I volunteer as a Community Health Champion?
• A desire to make a difference to the lives of others
• Getting to know the local community and help them
• Feeling valued
• Gaining confidence and self-esteem
• Gaining new experience
• Developing skills and knowledge
• Enhancing CV
• Meeting new people
• Making new friends
• A chance to socialise
• Having fun!
• have a positive attitude