Aspire runs a network of community groups
for people over 55 across Kirklees
Our groups are vibrant and welcoming
building confidence, creativity and connection
Hi, I'm Stella and I volunteered with Susanna at St John's Aspire in Birkby when it first started in 2015. I now work for Aspire running groups in Ashbrow and Dalton, and I cover some outreach work. I love the variety of people I get to know through Aspire - it's a real privilege to be involved in their lives in a small way. Aspire also brings out the best of my creative side as I love painting and crafting in my spare time. I work with a great team of staff and volunteers too - it's like family.
Stella - Outreach Coordinator & Session Leader
I'm Rebekah, I have been working with Aspire for over two years, before this I worked with Talkthru in Huddersfield and as a freelance Landscape Designer. I am the Volunteer Coordinator for Aspire and Session Leader for the groups at Crosland Moor and Birkby Croft. I love to encourage others and facilitate community. It is such a privilege to work with both the Aspire members and the amazing volunteers who offer their time and skills.
Rebekah - Volunteer Coordinator & Session Leader
Hi, I'm Jo, the session leader for the Almondbury group and creative development lead for the Aspire.
I'm an illustrator and artist, and love all things music. Mainly I love bringing people together to be creative, whether through art, music or intergenerational work.
I'm excited to be part of the team at Aspire!
Jo - Session Leader & Intergenerational Lead
Hello I'm Monika, I am the newest member of the team, having joined Aspire in April 2024.
My background is in charity administration and so I spent most of my time in the office answering enquiries, processing data, offering administrative support to the team and managing day-to-day finance. I feel very fortunate to be working for an organisation which is so caring and meaningful.
Monika - Aspire Administrator
Hi i'm Phoenix! I joined the Aspire team in early 2023 working as a Fundraiser. Among other things this involves applying for grants and funds to ensure that Aspire has the funding it needs to continue to run it's services, such as weekly groups and events.
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I absolutely love working with the Aspire team, their hard work and dedication to supporting their members is amazing and Susanna has become my new role model.