VOLUNTEERS who offer a helping hand others and organisations have been celebrated.
As part of Volunteers’ Week, which ran from June 1 to 7, the spotlight was shone on those who dedicate give up their time from lunch time hosts at the Royal Star and Garter home in Solihull to West Midlands Police puppy walkers.
Louise Stokes has been a puppy walker for more than 15 years volunteering her time and helping to raise more than 50 police dogs.
To recognise her amazing contribution, Louise has been presented with the Volunteer of the Year Award.
From Cocker Spaniels to Belgian Malinois, they have joined Louise and her family for the first six to 12 months of their lives after being wlcomed to the world at the force’s breeding centre in Balsall Common.
