So it’s a new year, and like so many others around the world, here at Independent Options (North West) we are looking forward to a new start. I’m all settled back into my routine here at our head office at The Pines, on Chester Road, and now able to share a quick update with you all. 2014 looks to be an exciting year for us, with a lot of changes to look forward to. To kick start us, we are now available on all digital platforms, with a new Facebook group, Twitter page and our services can be found on LinkedIn. We have started 2014 with a new Marketing Officer, Natasha, who will be looking to promote and advertise Independent Options and all of the good things we do to a wider audience, and I’m very pleased to say we will soon be releasing an advert for a Fundraising manager to come on board so keep your eyes peeled for that. If you think would like to volunteer your time to help our fundraising activities, please drop Natasha a line at NWiggins@Independentoptions.org.uk. We are hoping that the fun and games will start very soon! Our services continue to flourish, with exciting projects in the pipe line, and we continue to grow our teams, both those on the front line and the teams behind the scenes at our head office. Whilst 2014 looks to be a very prosperous year for us with the organisation continuing to expand, grow and transform, I think it’s important that we take this time to remember our roots also. Independent Options was built on family values back in 1977, and we will continue to be true to our principles and beliefs, putting the families and community first, to ensure that we never lose sight of the values we started with. For now i sign off, and leave you in the capable hands of Natasha, to keep you all updated on our news, going-ons and events. Steve
