Volunteers

Rachel Hammond

Rachel Hammond

Clinic Champion

Rachel is a Clinic Champion at Growing Hope York. Rachel worked as a primary school teacher and Special Needs Co-ordinator for several years before training in horticulture. She became a mum to twin boys in 2012. A long-time churchgoer, Rachel’s faith has deepened through contemplative prayer. She discovered Growing Hope through a church friend and is excited to support the charity as a Clinic Champion, using her teaching skills to help children and families thrive.

Sue Ainsworth

Sue Ainsworth

Clinic Champion

Sue is a Clinic Champion at Growing Hope York. Sue originally trained as a nurse and later as a midwife. She spent many years working in a hospice day care unit and within a hospice at home service, where she also provided bereavement support. Following this, she completed counselling training to further support those in her care. Now retired, Sue brings her wealth of compassion and experience to her role as a Clinic Champion at Growing Hope York.