Local Volunteer Hero Stephen Tunbridge

Stephen Tunbridge, one of Burdekin’s local volunteer heroes, has been with Burdekin Community Association Inc for 7 years. During his time with BCA, Stephen has always been prepared to help with whatever is required of him, within the organization and the community.
Stephen originally was a business man and owned Shoelites Footware for many years.
When his shop closed down, he decided to become a volunteer and give back to the community and wanted to use his time helping others. Stephen has been a valuable asset for the residents and organizations within the Burdekin.
For 6 years Stephen volunteered 6 days a week for the Salvation Army however then he turned his attention to BCA and approached the BCA Volunteer Service Manager Rita Quagliata.
Stephen is warmly known and much loved and has brightened the lives of the elderly clients he visits as a visitor for the ACVVS Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme. He is a caring and compassionate man, a perfect person for this role. He provides companionship, laughter and has gained a strong rapport with all he meets. He always enjoys doing something for others. Stephen also does some fundraising for BCA and volunteers at the Community Information Centre two days a week.
Stephen uses his time each day to improve the quality of life of others and to embrace a sense of community.
Stephen is always ready to help and ‘yes’ is his favorite word.

Contributed with thanks to Burdekin Community Association Inc

Local Hero Stephen Tunbridge