The Vision

Freda is the Sandel Centre Manager and a committed member of MCF. She is passionate about serving the local community by supporting people, building meaningful connections, and creating a welcoming, inclusive space where everyone who walks through the doors feels valued and at home.

With more than 30 years’ experience in business and marketing, Freda brings knowledge and enthusiasm to the Centre. She enjoys the variety of each day, meeting people from all walks of life, and helping the Centre remain a place where individuals, families, businesses and community groups can thrive.

Shauna is one of the welcoming faces visitors meet at The Sandel Centre. Born and bred in Coleraine, she has a warm personality, exceptional organisational skills and a genuine heart for people.

She keeps the Centre’s day-to-day administration running smoothly while making every visitor, whether regular or first-time client, feel valued and at home. Her responsibilities include managing bookings and enquiries.

Alongside her role at the Centre, Shauna is a fully registered nurse and the proud mum of two grown-up children. She enjoys family time, walking her whippet Roscoe, baking, and watching The Chosen.

Carol is a qualified chaplain and has been based at The Sandel Centre since January 2025, providing a weekly space for anyone in the community who needs a listening ear.

Following her career in nursing and later years as a counsellor, Carol brings professional experience and a genuine caring heart for others and their wellbeing.

Through conversation, Carol offers compassionate support and encouragement to those navigating life’s difficulties. Her aim is that every story will be heard and validated.

Murray is responsible for keeping The Sandel Centre running smoothly, inside and out. His role covers day-to-day maintenance, repairs, caring for the grounds, and preparing meeting rooms for client bookings, classes and community group activities.

He is often at the Centre early in the morning, late into the evening, and everywhere in between. He takes pride in being a familiar face and reliable presence, always willing to lend a hand.

Outside the Centre, Murray enjoys looking after other people’s dogs and exploring charity shops around the North Coast in search of bargains.

Anna job shares with Murray and is usually one of the friendly faces visitors meet at The Sandel Centre on Fridays and Saturdays. She prepares rooms for client meetings, classes, community groups and events, ensuring every space is set up exactly as needed.

A local girl, Anna is also a talented and qualified drummer. Outside the Centre, she enjoys David Tennant, a “PizzaPom” treat, and keeping active at Pilates classes held in the Centre.

Agnes is an essential part of The Sandel Centre team, making sure everything is clean, fresh and ready for the day ahead. Born in Poland, she has been living on the Causeway Coast for almost 20 years and brings great care and dedication to her role.

While most people are still in bed, Agnes is already hard at work cleaning from floor to ceiling, restocking toilets, emptying bins and making sure every room is spotless and welcoming.

When she is not at the Centre, she brings the same care to homes in the local community and enjoys the odd weekend away.