Had my second session at Mencap on Friday afternoon, and I really enjoyed it (again!). The time spent there is so fulfilling, and makes you feel so good inside. As it was my second week, I felt a little more accustomed to the centre, so found it easier to get to know the child I was assigned to. As my assigned child's best friend also attends Mencap, I became the volunteer for both of them. We spent some time having a 'tea party' in a little 'house' in the soft play room, where I discovered the amazing feeling when you coax a laugh out of a child with limited speech. It's lovely to know that they want you to be there, and that you're making a difference to how they would have spent that afternoon.
When I leave, I feel like I have just done something really special (albeit very tiring!), and I can't wait until the next week comes around, where I can interact with children who appreciate a friend for the afternoon so much.
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