VisionTo support young parents to have, keep and parent their children. PhilosophyTo support young parents to live a life of confident hope and create a positive future for their children. As long as it takes.... |
Our StaffKathy Linton
Manager I relocated from Wellington to Rangiora with my husband. Between us we have 5 young men and 2 grand-daughters. My background is in corporate but I have spent many years doing voluntary work which has included leading and facilitating groups through addiction, hurts and hang ups, setting boundaries and support work. I was a young mum myself so have an understanding of some of the fears and anxieties that come with that. I absolutely love children and there is a big part of me that is passionate about supporting mums and dads to be the best they can for their kids. It is great to be part of a charity that does some awesome and transformational work with mothers and families in the community. Pamela Black Support Worker I have recently moved to North Canterbury from Christchurch. I was a single parent for some time so understand the challenges parenting alone can present. I wanted to support other mums who were parenting alone so I started working as a volunteer supporting young mums and their baby’s. I loved the work so much I became a Support Worker in the community. I am passionate about young parents having the opportunity to parent the best they can and become the best people that they want to be. Rachel’s House Trust is an organisation that offers opportunities that are life changing for young parents and I am proud to be a part of their amazing journeys. Tara Lubbers Funding Administrator I live in North Canterbury. I am married with four children. As a trained primary teacher and mother, I know the importance of support for young families. I am passionate about seeing families having the opportunity to thrive, belong and contribute to our local community. |
VolunteersThe Trust’s greatest resource is our volunteer base of well-trained individuals from the community who give their time, experience and skills to young families. Rachel’s House Trust currently has a pool of 18 volunteers who are counsellors, preschool teachers, primary teachers, nurses, social services graduates and midwives.
The volunteers support clients, provide one on one mentoring and participate in a fortnightly playgroup and connect group and help with sorting, cleaning and storing baby items. Our volunteers give hours of their own time each month. That is 1428 hours volunteered this year! Our paid staff also volunteer their time above their paid hours, as the agency is growing. We appreciate every moment, every hour that our faithful volunteers give. THANK YOU! BoardThe Rachel's House Trust Board is made up of skilled individuals who have backgrounds in social justice, teaching, training, local council involvement and the NGO sector.
Sandra Heerink Chair Person Hi my name is Sandra and I am the chair person on the Rachels House Trust Board. I have lived in Rangiora for the last fifteen years with my husband Mike and our now 4 adult children. My passion and heart is for social justice, social change and to support people in their own personal growth. This is a role that I am able to complete along side my role with the community development work I do for the Hope Community Trust. I truly believe all children deserve the very best start in life despite their circumstances and that there is always hope. God Bless, Sandra Julie Cloughley Trustee My name is Julie Cloughley, I’m married to Peter and we have three sons: Richard, David and Jonathan. I have spent most of my working life teaching and currently teach English language classes on Saturdays in Rangiora. I also work as a volunteer and workplace assessor in the Hope Op shop. Until recently, I was on the Board of Trustees at Rangiora New Life school which gave me a good understanding of strategic planning and policy writing. I also spent time as a volunteer at the Rachel’s House play group and loved mingling with the young mums and toddlers. Now, as a trustee, I am part of a great team supporting and empowering these wonderful young families in our community. Rachel Thornton Trustee Hi I'm Rachel, a local North Canterbury mum who has a heart for social justice. I have a wide breadth of experience in the NGO sector. Through study and experience specifically around NGO management I play a key role in developing many areas of the organisation. I have been a Trustee for 5 years now. I have a diverse background in community development and aid work. This has been gained in New Zealand and through work in ten countries covering most of the continents. I am driven by a core belief that we must not be people who just watch, but rather act on injustice's in our communities. Children are the key to our future and Rachel"s House Trust plays a huge part in supporting young parents here in North Canterbury. |