Public Trust
For information regarding Wills, Pre-paid funeral trusts, Enduring Power of Attorney etc. ring the above freephone number or search their website. Open 8.30am -5.00pm. Answer phone available after hours.
Dementia Canterbury
Aims to: Support people to continue to lead fulfilling lives after a dementia-diagnosis, to raise community awareness and break down barriers associated with all dementias and work towards a dementia-friendly and responsive community, one where people living with dementia feel safe and confident to participate in activities in the community. Provides support and information to people … Continued
EATL8R
A Shop is now available to view meals on site and choose for yourself. The shop is at 9 Raycroft Street, Waltham. Orders can still be made over the phone. NOTE: Answers the phone as “EATL8R” Freshly prepared, nutritious, home cooked meals. Perfect for busy people or those who are just not inclined to cook … Continued
Life Friends
Life giving friendships for all. May be able to match a resident in care with a volunteer visitor. Volunteers contact the number above to enquire further.
Mental Health Advocacy & Peer Support (MHAPS )
MHAPS is a peer-led and peer-delivered mental health and addictions service, meaning that all of our staff have their own lived experience of mental distress and/or addictions, and of meaningful recovery. Our own experience helps us to listen carefully to you, as we have been there too. Options at MHAPS include: Peer Advocacy; Peer Support … Continued
Christchurch Earthquake Information
EQC Claims enquiry Ph 0800 326 243 Christchurch Earthquake Government Helpline. Available Monday to Friday 7.00am to – 6.00pm and Saturday 8.00am to 1.00pm. Ph 0800 779 997 CERA The agency leading and coordinating the ongoing recovery effort following the devastating earthquakes of September 2010 and February 2011. Ph 0800 7464 2372. Counselling and Support. … Continued
Diana Isaac Retirement Village
Diana Isaac Retirement Village provides independent living and assisted living in serviced apartments and the very best of rest home, hospital and dementia care. Located off East Ellington Drive in Mairehau the village is conveniently situated close to the Palms Shopping Centre. Architecturally designed townhouses and apartments are set among a beautiful landscaped garden. The … Continued
Hepatitis C Resource Centre Te Waipounamu
HCV Support aims to provide a safe, supportive, confidential setting to discuss experiences, issues and concerns. Open from 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday. Offer books, journals, brochures, fact sheets, videos, posters and newsletters on Hepatitis C and related topics, along with the opportunity to have a coffee and chat with one of the workers.Community … Continued
Burwood Hospital Hospital Occupational Therapy
Have a community team and an in-patient team. A referral by G.P., District Nurse, Field Officer or Specialist is generally required. Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietician, Seating, Wheelchair and Speech Therapy are offered in a home environment by the community team. Assessment, treatment, housing alterations and provision of equipment, rails, wheelchairs, etc. if clients needs meet … Continued
Medical Alarm Companies (Work and Income approved)
The current MSD (Work & Income)-accredited medical alarm suppliers are: ADT Security Ltd 0800 111 238 adt.nevalone.nz@tycoint.com VitalCall (Chubb New Zealand) 0800 20 30 40 medical@chubb.co.nz Freedom Medical Alarms (WFA) … Continued
