The Team

Gil joined us in 2002 when he retired from his job working with adults with learning disabilities. In 2003 he was elected as Chairman and is still serving. A passionate advocate for learning disabilities he has given talks to numerous groups

Julie came on board in 2016 when we seeking a new Treasurer. She was elected to the committee in 2016 and is a welcome addition to the team.

Frances joined us in 2009 as a volunteer and was elected to the committee in 2015. She worked with Special Educational Needs children for many years.

Roz joined us in 2016 and was elected to the committee for a 1 year term to cover an early retirement. She was re-elected in 2017.

Chris joined us in 2000 and was elected to the committee in 2002. She has a son with learning disabilities and worked as a carer for many years until her retirement in 2016.

Pat joined us in 2009 and was elected to the committee in 2016.  Pat also works with The Chauncy Charity who provide funding for elderly groups or individuals in Stevenage & the surrounding villages.

Sylvia joined us in 2006, she served on the Executive Committee from 2008 to 2016. She enjoys gardening, sports and cooking. Sylvia says “the variety of activities that we do with our members ensures that I can manage to fit the tasks around my existing family and leisure activities”.

Margaret joined us in 2002, she served on the Executive Committee from 2002-2006. She became involved with Leisure Direct through her daughter, who has been a member for over twenty years. I now assist as an activities volunteer, including being the lead for its Kurling Club.

Dave joined us in 2006 and served on the Executive Committee as our Treasurer from 2006 to 2016. A retired Bank Manager and Business Advisor, his daughter has been a member of Leisure Direct since its outset. Dave now assists with the Employment committee and as an activities volunteer.

Sharon joined us in 2014, she works full-time in the office, managing the day to day paperwork and anything else that needs doing.

Rosy joined us in 2007. She worked within a learning disabilities environment and has two daughters with learning disabilities.

Claire joined us in 2006 and works part-time. She is responsible for planning, organising and running most of our activities. The rest of her time she works as a fitness instructor.

Monica joined us in 2014 and is an ex-teacher and a member of the Stevenage Lions

Elaine joined us in 2016. She is creative offering lots of ideas for activities. Elaine has fostered children with learning disabilities in the past

Trudie joined us in 2008, she works full-time for Age UK Hertfordshire and likes, the cinema, cooking, reading and travelling.

Julia joined us in 2013. A talented musician, Julia runs music and singing sessions for us.

Sandie joined us in 2015. She works with adults with learning disabilities and fits her activities around her other commitments

Martin joined us in 2010, he helps on activities and provides discos or a band for evening entertainment. He is a talented musician and singer.

Frances joined us in 2017 and has many years of experience working with people with disabilities in both education and leisure environments.

Helen joined us in 2013. She works full time so the varied programme of activities allow her to attend events that fit around her busy schedule. Helen is our Social Media co-ordinator and ensures activity photos are uploaded promptly to our Closed Facebook group for the members to see. Helen was co-opted to the Executive Committee in 2018