19/06/2024
Robyn and Doug offered to help deliver meals for Habitat’s Freeman Court when they were short one day – and two years later they’re still going strong, driving around town every Wednesday delivering freshly cooked meals to people in Te Awamutu.
They became associated with Freeman Court when Robyn’s mum was a resident, and volunteering has helped keep a connection to the place.
Robyn says: “It’s one hour a week of your life and it gets you out and about – from one side of town to the other. You see places where you don’t normally go, while doing your bit for the community.”
Doug usually does the driving, while Robyn jumps in and out to drop off the meals, say hello, and have a quick chat.
“It’s nice for people to know that someone is coming into their house and checking in on them.”
It’s Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu, National Volunteer Week, and we’re giving a shout out to our amazing volunteers who give their time and energy to support our vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
