The Canterbury Charity Hospital Trust is a registered charitable trust formed to provide free, elective day surgery and medical consultations for some people in our Canterbury community who would otherwise not have access to such services. Surgical services include: Colonoscopy General surgery (abdominal & lower colorectal surgery ) Gynaecology & women’s health Ophthalmology (eyes) Orthopaedics … Continued
Capture memories – Di can help you write your life story. This is to assist individuals who want their experiences recorded for posterity. It would also potentially benefit family members who want to capture their loved one’s recollections but don’t know where to start. Give Di a call on the number above to discuss.
There are 3 EAP Services Regional Offices, Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is part of your organisation’s Health and Safety strategy. The EAP helps staff deal with personal and work issues which can affect work performance. These issues may include: Marital or Family Difficulties, Alcohol or Drugs, Violence, Parenting Problems, Workplace … Continued
Mobility Parking Card for car allowing use of car parks for people of all ages who are unable to walk & rely on a wheelchair for mobility, or rely on mobility devices (eg crutches, walking sticks, walking frames) or who are unable to walk 200 metres unassisted because of the nature/severity of their condition. An … Continued
The Alcohol and Drug Helpline is an 0800 ‘phone information and referral service provided by the Alcohol Drug Association of New Zealand (ADANZ). Its mission is to provide information so people can make healthy choices about alcohol and drugs. The Helpline operates 10am to 10pm daily, every day (except Christmas Day and New Years Day). … Continued
The Cats Protection League is a registered charity dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing stray and abandoned cats and kittens. If you have concerns about the number of cats or the welfare of cats, or are prepared to help in some way, phone the number above. Their Opportunity Shop is located at 475 Worcester Street … Continued
The Green Prescription (GRx) programme is run by Sport Canterbury and is for people wanting support & guidance with increasing their level of activity. This free service talks individuals through their current level of activity, helps them set realistic goals & develop an activity plan suited to their individual needs & lifestyle. Four months of … Continued
Eastenders Group, meet MONDAY 10.00 am. Phone Barbara Powell 332 1338, for details of current walks and meeting places. Halswell Group meet SATURDAY 1 pm. Leave from opposite Domain. Phone Pauline 322 8057 for further information. Weekend Wanderers meet SUNDAY 1.30 pm. Phone Marilyn 338 3826 or Stephanie 382 0297 for further information. Sunday … Continued
Food Pantry is open from 11am Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Monthly community lunch is held the third Tuesday of every month 11.30 – 1pm. Gold coin donation Please call the office. ID required. Need letter from WINZ to verify circumstances. 3 parcels in 2 month period then 2 month stand down time. Regular CAP money courses are … Continued
A supportive social group who enjoy celebrating the Dutch culture and hold events to bring Dutch migrants together; also for support for any Dutch people who need help with stress or want to speak to someone in their own language. Friendly support network contact person the Secretary Desiree Ellery 3238641
