Charity founder Rob Parsons to tell unheard tale of remarkable life

Rob Parsons OBE will share his life story at talks in late April, including a personal account of sheltering a homeless man who later became part of his family for more than 45 years.

Rob Parsons OBE will speak about his life at a series of late-April events. He founded the national charity Care for the Family and became an international bestselling author and speaker. Mr Parsons also became a partner in a legal practice and has written more than 25 books. The talks are described as combining mirth and melancholy and will include a very personal story of long-term hospitality. Event details: - Dates and locations: April 28 in Norwich, April 29 in Bury St Edmunds, and April 30 in Northampton. - Personal story: A homeless man came to Mr Parsons's doorstep on Christmas Day; Mr Parsons and his wife Dianne offered shelter for one night, and the man later became a member of their family for more than 45 years. - Roles and achievements: Founder of Care for the Family, international bestselling author and speaker, former partner at a legal practice, and author of more than 25 books. - Media mentions: Mr Parsons has discussed the story on Davina McCall's Begin Again podcast and has been featured on BBC News and Radio 2 with Lorraine Kelly. - Tickets and pricing: Early-bird tickets are listed at £6 until April 3 and standard tickets at £11 thereafter, with information provided at cff.org.uk/robparsons. Summary: The talks offer attendees the chance to hear Mr Parsons reflect on learning from adversity and on long-term acts of kindness. The events are scheduled for late April with ticketing details published online.