Joanne Horner
Managing Director
Joanne brings over 30 years of experience working within the community, supporting individuals with their personal development, wellbeing, and mental health. Her background includes careers guidance, mentoring, and tutoring, with a strong emphasis on building confidence, resilience, and self-belief. She co-founded Anchoreach with her business partner, Paul, to create a community-focused service dedicated to supporting local people who face barriers related to mental health and social disadvantage and isolation, helping them feel empowered, supported, and connected.
Paul Marriner
Managing Director
Paul has over 45 years of experience working within the community and co-founded Anchoreach to create a welcoming, inclusive space where individuals facing personal and social barriers can build confidence, strengthen their skills, and feel more connected within their community. Throughout his career, he has been passionate about empowering people to recognise their strengths, improve their wellbeing, and develop a greater sense of purpose and belonging, ensuring that support is compassionate, accessible, and centred around the needs of each individual.
​Jacqui is a qualified counsellor who is fluent in sign language and is passionate about making communication and emotional support accessible within the community. Alongside her counselling work, she runs free sign language sessions to help break down communication barriers and promote greater inclusion and understanding. With a compassionate and approachable style, Jacqui creates safe, supportive spaces where individuals feel heard, valued, and empowered to strengthen their wellbeing and confidence.
Jacqui Bedingfield
Managing Director
Rose
Poole
Managing Director
Rose is a qualified tutor and assessor with over 30 years of experience across a wide range of sectors. She is deeply passionate about her role and has supported many people within the community to grow emotionally, practically, and mentally. Known for her compassionate and approachable nature, Rose creates safe, supportive environments where individuals feel heard, valued, and encouraged to develop at their own pace. She is committed to nurturing confidence, resilience, and self-belief, helping people recognise their strengths and achieve meaningful personal growth.
Karen Graham
Volunteer
Karen has been a valued volunteer for many years and plays an important role in supporting our community activities. She helps to run sessions such as Hello Group and Chatty Café, creating warm and welcoming spaces where people can come together, connect, and feel supported. With her friendly and approachable nature, Karen encourages conversation, reduces isolation, and helps foster a strong sense of belonging within the community.
Kelly Mclone
Volunteer
Kelly has been a valued member of our team since 2021, providing consistent support with the day-to-day running of the organisation. She plays an important behind-the-scenes role, helping to keep everything organised and running smoothly, while contributing to the welcoming and supportive atmosphere we strive to maintain within the community.
Helen is a dedicated volunteer who provides essential support with back-office responsibilities and assists with the day-to-day running of the business on the administrative side. Her organised and reliable approach helps keep operations running smoothly behind the scenes, ensuring the wider team can focus on delivering meaningful support within the community.
Helen Ferguson
Volunteer
Jade Webster
Volunteer
Jade supports the organisation with a range of administrative tasks, helping to keep processes organised and efficient. Her attention to detail and dependable approach contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the business, ensuring everything operates effectively behind the scenes.
Amy
Morgan
Volunteer
Amy is a dedicated volunteer who supports the organisation in a variety of ways, contributing her time and energy wherever it is needed. Her flexible and positive approach helps ensure sessions and activities run smoothly, and she plays an important role in maintaining a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone involved.
