Florence* recently transitioned to secondary school but was becoming more and more isolated from her peers. She has Down’s Syndrome and found it difficult to participate in the activities and clubs that her peers enjoyed.
Florence was matched to Lucy*, a young volunteer in her 30’s who’s energetic and enthusiastic personality was a wonderful fit for Florence. They hit it off immediately and have gone on to enjoy a wide range of activities together – swimming, falconry, baking, crafts, games, and story writing. They have grown a trusting and caring friendship in a relatively short amount of time. At her most recent review, Florence said:
I really like Lucy, she’s the best.
Florence’s family also said:
Lucy has been super at doing activities that Florence really loves. Lucy has been really good at communicating with us and Florence enjoys her company. Lucy has been a really good match for her.
During their relatively short match (6 months), Florence and Lucy have formed a really lovely bond. Florence has been able to be involved in her community in a way that she wasn’t able to previously, and she has grown in confidence and self-esteem as a result.
* The name has been changed to protect the privacy of the young person.
