volunteer spotlight
“My name is Jan, I have worked at the orbit for 16 months. On retiring from full time work I needed something to stimulate me. It is such a rewarding job, love the way the staff treat people. I have also learnt how to respect people with additional needs and disabilities. Nothing is ever too […]
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I joined the Orbit as a volunteer about 18 months ago. Having been retired for several years I felt I needed a new focus. The Orbit is so friendly and totally accepting of everyone. We have lots of regular customers and the atmosphere is very welcoming. I think it is a valuable asset to the […]
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volunteer spotlight
“Working at Wellington Orbit has been a truly enriching and fulfilling experience for me. The warm and welcoming atmosphere of the cafe, combined with the camaraderie among the managers and volunteers, has made it a second home for me. I’ve had the opportunity to develop my interpersonal and teamwork skills through daily interactions with both […]
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I started working at the Orbit just over a year. It’s such a special place to me. When I started at the Orbit, I was very shy, had low self- esteem and didn’t have many friends. I just moved into the Wellington too. In a year, just one year. I have a group of friends […]
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My name is Midori, and I am Japanese. Soon after I began volunteering, I’ve made some very good friends. Honestly, my English is not perfect. However, everyone is kind and tries to communicate clearly, often teaching me new words. Sometimes they patiently help me with difficult pronunciations, like “squirrel,” and they gently corrected me when […]
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