A message from Molly as she leaves her role as Family Worker for the Rainbow Project and the Penlee Cluster.
“As it comes to the end of the rainbow project, I’ve been reflecting on where it all began back in 2013 when Revd Sian approached me in my pop-up shop and shared her vision for soft play.
That moment gave me the opportunity, as a young parent to Mason, to bring my ideas to life. Without her support and guidance, none of it would have been possible and I will be forever grateful.
Fast forward to 2022 when I was appointed Family worker for The Rainbow Project.
Over the years, I’ve had the absolute privilege of working with hundreds of families! Offering support, guidance & advocacy. Alongside holiday clubs which I have helped run since 2014 for children to experience activities they would not be able to do due to low income / lack of transport at home.
One of the most rewarding aspects of working with my families has been witnessing the growth of each individual: seeing confidence build, mental health improve, and achievements reached.
There have been many moments I will always carry with me:
- Being trusted as a birthing partner
- Being invited to a graduation where only two tickets were available
- Supporting individuals through mental health crises and their recovery
- Helping people move into education and work placements.
- Being there for each individual without judgement and helping them achieve their goals and dreams with praise and encouragement
- Most recently one of my girls ran the London marathon for Georgias Voice.
This project has been a lifeline for so many.
Feedback from a member of The Rainbow Project:
“It’s helped a lot with my anxiety and stress and massively with my depression. If it wasn’t for the rainbow project I’d be in a much darker spot then I am now.”
Penzance is a deeply community oriented place, where people come together to support one another, stand up for what matters, and offer what they can even when they have very little. I feel incredibly proud to have been part of this community and to have met so many kind hearted people through this project.
A massive thank you to those who have supported The Rainbow Project and holiday clubs through, time & donations.
I truly hope this kind of work continues to be recognised once Revd Jackie begins her journey. I also hope the strong relationships built with local families over the years will continue to grow through a shared commitment to ‘Reaching out Together’”
Molly Blewett
Family Worker
The Rainbow Project
The Penlee Cluster
Photo by Filip Rankovic Grobgaard on Unsplash
