Driving Miss Daisy is a companion driving service. They offer to collect you, drive you to your destination and provide whatever help is needed at that destination, before delivering you home again. It is perfect for medical appointments, personal grooming appointments, social engagements, shopping trips, scenic drives and airport departures and pick-ups. All Daisies are … Continued
Aspire Canterbury has been an integral part of the Canterbury disabled community for over 40 years. A not-for-profit we offer free support, advice and resources throughout Canterbury. We are a Disability Information Centre. We have a mobile service that can bring our products and information to you. We also offer the Total Mobility card which … Continued
The Stroke Foundation is the national organisation in New Zealand dedicated to reducing the incidence of stroke, improving treatment outcomes, and supporting those affected by stroke. Stroke Foundation Community Stroke Advisors provide information and support to stroke survivors, their family, whānau and carers. Their role ensures people achieve the best possible outcome after stroke. A … Continued
The Total Mobility Scheme provides a subsidised taxi service for clients who meet the eligibility criteria. An eligible person must have an impairment that prevents them from undertaking any one or more of the following components of a journey unaccompanied on a bus, train or ferry in a safe and dignified manner: Getting to the … Continued
Ring the above number, or 0800 24 33 33 for information about services, to enrol as new members, to order Talking Books etc. RNZFB offers a craft group; training; education and support for blind persons and their families. Ph. 355 8381- News ‘phone – this service has recorded extracts from newspapers, read by volunteers. Approved … Continued
(Approved agents to distribute TOTAL MOBILITY vouchers-Taxis). Aim: “To support amputees to live a full and active life”. Affiliated to the Amputees Federation of NZ Inc. Members of the Society meet at social functions and receive a newsletter bi- monthly. The Society will provide support for people before and after amputation. Hospital and home visiting … Continued
Offers support , advocacy, info. and education for persons with neuro- muscular conditions. Approved agent to distribute TOTAL MOBILITY vouchers (Subsidised Taxis)
Hold monthly meetings with guest speakers and produce a monthly newsletter. Various group meetings. Drop in Centre 9.00am to 3.30pm daily. Coffee Group meets every Wednesday at 10am. Social outings, Bus trips. Have use of the hydrotherapy pools at Burwood Hospital and Christchurch Public Hospital. Agent for Total Mobility taxi vouchers
Office hours 9am to 4pm Mon – Fri. (Approved agent to distribute TOTAL MOBILITY vouchers -Taxis). Advice and assistance available to people with arthritis enabling them to manage their disability – Osteoarthritis, Gout, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Polymyalgia Rheumatica, Osteoporosis, Fibromyalgia, Scleroderma, Sjogrens, Pagets, Lupus. An Arthritis Educator assessment is available. Regular exercise (including armchair) … Continued
