A WOMAN has celebrated her 20-year anniversary of working for a Dorset-based disability charity supporting both children and adults with physical and learning disabilities.

Stephanie Vaughan-Mason, a training and wellbeing manager, moved to the area in 2001, and initially joined the Diverse Abilities charity within its Adult Services, working at Edward House as a Team Leader before progressing on to become the Supported Living Co-ordinator.

She said: “Diverse Abilities and the people we support have taught me so many life lessons. I would not be the person I am today had I not worked for the charity and for the children and adults we support in the way that I have.”

In recent years, Stephanie has been part of the HR team looking after and hosting the training for all employees and has recently undertaken qualifications to provide mental health first aid, expanding her role to manage employees’ wellbeing.

She said: “I have experienced so many humbling moments over the years, it’s an honour and a privilege to be part of so many people’s lives.”

Mark Powell, CEO at Diverse Abilities, said: “Steph is a real asset to Diverse Abilities, she’s a constant ball of energy and positivity. We are all so proud of how she continues to go above and beyond for our staff, and the people we support too. Every organisation needs a Steph.”