My name is Linden and I am the Senior Development Worker in the team. I have been in post since July 2022 and prior to that was a Welfare Rights Officer within the Advice Shop. I love working with the volunteer team, both the staff and volunteers are so committed to helping other people.
In my spare time I love spending time with my family, gardening and crafts.
Aynsley Douglas - Volunteering
Hi, my name is Aynsley Douglas. I am the Volunteers Development Worker with the Advice Shop's volunteering team. Prior to joining West Lothian Council, I was a Primary School Teacher and taught in Shanghai, China for 4 years before coming home to teach in Scotland. Part of my role is recruiting and supporting our volunteers in many different roles. I am responsible for running Pathways to Volunteering courses which help introduce people to the world of volunteering by partnering participants up with one of our partner organisations. I support participants to identify and overcome barriers they may be experiencing, set goals and to work on building confidence & skills. I joined the volunteering team because I loved how passionate and enthusiastic our team of volunteers are about giving back to their communities.
When I'm not at work, you'll find me cuddled up with my dog and a good book. I am also an avid football fan so I will either be at a game or have one on the telly!
Sarah Chiu - Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey
Hi my name is Sarah and I'm one of the Link Workers for Improving the Cancer Journey Service. I started in August 2021 in Edinburgh and recently moved over to the West Lothian team. I feel honoured to be part of this service, not only because we can help with signposting, but also to be able to listen to their stories. When I'm not working, I like to spend time with my family and friends. I am about to start Level 2 British Sign Language at Edinburgh College and I hope to use this to help people in the service.
Megan McGhee - Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey
My name is Megan McGhee and I've been working as a Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey Link worker since March 2021. I feel very privileged to have the opportunity to chat with people and support in any way I can, every day.
When I'm not working I enjoy taking my dog for long walks, listening to music and have recently started learning Gaelic
