Working at pantry 'helps me communicate better'

Rachel Fairless, a care-experienced woman in North Shields, developed her communication skills through volunteering at a new social supermarket, the Riverside Family Hub pantry. The North Tyneside Council initiative provides affordable groceries to families facing financial challenges. Fairless shared that the experience inspired her to cook and pursue a culinary career, highlighting the positive impact of such community projects on personal growth and skill development.