About UsThe Management CommitteeThis is what makes us special. Parents of Deaf children are full voting members, which means that all decisions regarding planning, spending and policy are made here. Professionals are invited along as when it is necessary and in the past we have had great support from various individuals. Current management members
Parents of Deaf children who are interested in joining our Management Committee and being Trustees of our Charity should contact Jean ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) Co-opted MembersAlthough these members are non-voting, their expertise is valued. Jim Kyle, Donna Chapman (Treasurer). Jo Toon had been our Committee Secretary for 3 years but emigrated to pastures new in November 2009, we thank her for all her commitment and hard work over the past 3 years and wish her well in the future. STAFFTHE COORDINATORJean McLaughlin (Hearing) ADMINSTRATION ASSISTANT James Frazer (Deaf) TUTOR AND FAMILY EVENTS ORGANISER Gemma Smith (Deaf) The AdministratorLin Williams (Hearing)
Jean McLaughlin
I first became interested in deafness about 13 years ago when I stopped someone in the street to ask for directions and they were Deaf. I then worked in two pubs that Deaf people regularly enjoyed and I wanted to communicate with them in their own language. I have CACDP Level 1 and have completed CACDP Level 2 but the exam pass was not to be!! I have worked in the voluntary sector on and off for 30 years (I know I just don't look old enough!) working with the blind, elderly and victims of crime. My work background has mainly been in admin and accounts. At the Family Centre I am responsible for our team of volunteers, fundraising, courses and general day to day running of the office.
JAMES FRAZER
Hello, I'm James. I have been with Family Centre as Administration Assistant since January 2010. I started as a volunteer few years ago, looking after children for Family Centre and loved it! My background mostly is in offices in various places in Bristol. I am deaf so I am fluent in BSL and I have got CACDP Level one and Level two which I passed while in college!
Lin WilliamsHi. I’m Lin and I’ve been the administrator here since April 2008. My background is in admin but I have done various voluntary work over the years including teaching adults to read, helping out at playgroups and Rainbows and even dressing up as a giant baby for a street collection! I am enjoying getting to know the names and faces of families who use the centre and am currently studying for BSL Level 2 so that I can communicate more easily with Monica and our Deaf visitors. |
Hi, I'm Jean. I have been with the Family Centre since July '96. I started as a part time administrator and became a part time Coordinator in May '99.