My name is Angie Brenner and I have accepted the Tavistock Assistance Program- Program Director role and officially stepped into the role on April 3, 2024. I have had the privilege of many conversations within our community already and have received a warm welcome.

I reside just outside of Tavistock with my family and am the mother of children who are thriving as they grow up in this amazing community, attending local schools and playing minor sports.  I am a registered Social Worker who has spent 20 years working with children and families in Waterloo Region, and I have experience in, and passion for, promoting mental health supports and services in rural communities.

I am delighted to have the opportunity to serve the communities of Tavistock, Shakespeare and Hickson in my new role as Program Director for TAP. As a Board member over the last 5 years, I have gained invaluable experience and knowledge of the Community. Together we navigated the challenges that Covid presented for service delivery, and worked to meet increased demand for service caused by the downturn in the economy and the rising costs of living. I am passionate about the mandate and mission of TAP and look forward to continuing the work of TAP, following the well laid path of Sharon Walkom, Deb Wagler and Linda Holst. 

I am eager to engage the community, to further the awareness of the needs that TAP meets for our service users, and to be creative in our approach to service delivery, friend-raising and fundraising.  I am also eager to continue to build the volunteer base that supports the activities of TAP throughout the year. TAP is thankful to the dedicated volunteers and donors who support our annual events, including the Christmas Cheer Program in December and the Community Lunch following the Ecumenical Service at Queen’s Park each August. If you would like more information on supporting TAP, the services that TAP can provide to you or your family, or are wanting to discuss volunteer opportunities, I would welcome your call or email.