27/08/2026
Have you ever had a volunteering experience where you felt the value as much as the people you’re helping?
Posturite volunteer Fiona Muir found her day with the Grampian Stroke Club this week deeply inspirational:
“I saw joy and a sense of inclusion. I spoke to a lot of the stroke survivors and the family members they said it means a great deal to be able to get out and speak to others who are going through the same challenges. The smiles, laughter and genuine connection between everyone really stood out. It was a lovely reminder of how something as simple as getting on the bikes, enjoying the seafront and feeling included in a group.”
Posturite employees are entitled to one day of paid leave per year to take part in a charitable volunteering activity of their choice. As Fiona prepares to run the Great North Run in aid of the Stroke Association in just a few weeks, this experience has extra meaning.
You might know that the Posturite team loves cycling and here we had trishaw rides for group members on the seafront at Aberdeen Harbourside – they even saw dolphins! Joining the group for the event was Cycling Without Age Scotland - Aberdeen City.
The Grampian Stroke Club meets weekly to support stroke survivors and their carers “for a good old-fashioned blether” as well as physiotherapy sessions.
Volunteering is as much a part of Posturite’s partnership with the Stroke Association as fundraising and education on stroke. Thank you Stroke Association - Scotland for this opportunity!
