Bowls Canterbury Inc ( Outdoor bowls )

  Telephone, e-mail or fax the above numbers to obtain information regarding all outdoor bowling clubs. Clubs are in the following areas: Akaroa, Allenton, Amberley, Ashburton, Ashburton MSA, Avon, Barrington/United, Beckenham, Belfast, Bowls Oxford, Bowls Papanui, Burnside, Burwood Park, Canterbury, Cashmere, Cheviot, Christchurch, ChCh Richmond, Coalgate, Cust, Darfield, Diamond Harbour, Dunsandel, Elmwood, Fendalton, Greta Valley, … Continued

Retina New Zealand Inc. – Macular degeneration

Telephone-Based Peer Support If you have been diagnosed with a retinal disorder, have a family member or close friend who has, or just want to find out more about Retina NZ, ring 0800 233 833 (New Zealand only) to talk to a peer support co-ordinator. This is a voluntary organisation supporting people with retinal degenerative … Continued

Cancer Society of New Zealand (Cant/ West Coast)

The mission of the Cancer Society is to improve community well being by reducing the incidence & impact of cancer. For cancer information & support phone 0800 226 237 (0800CANCER). This helpline is available Mon-Fri 8.30am – 5.30pm. An experienced Registered Nurse to answer any question that you might have.(Any Cancer any question). The Cancer … Continued

Town & Country Homesit Ltd

  Offers an extensive live-in house sitting, pet-minding service for both town & country properties. Sitters maintain an appearance in your absence discouraging potential intruders and keeping your animals in a secure and familiar environment. Sitters and pet minders are thoroughly screened and reference checked so you can have peace of mind for your property … Continued

South West Baptist Church (New Horizons)

Formerly Spreydon Baptist There are numerous community ministries under the umbrella of South West Baptist Church.: New Horizons provides activities such as: Coffee morning. 1st Thursday each month at 10.30am. Outings, fellowship, interest groups, speakers. get-togethers. Ring number above for timetable. Monday Movers – 6 Balcairn Street, Halswell. Ph322 7244. Meets on Monday at 1.15pm. … Continued

Office Of The Ombudsmen

Website: www.ombudsmen.parliament.nz An Ombudsman can investigate a complaint against central government departments and some corporations, local government organisations, and statutory boards such as hospital, education, harbour boards and electric supply authorities. There are some restrictions on the Ombudsman’s powers to investigate the actions of the Police or members of the Armed Forces. An Ombudsman cannot … Continued

Red Cross

The New Zealand Red Cross provides: * Disaster response and relief nationally and internationally * Emergency preparedness training programmes, including FIRST AID classes * Education on the Geneva Conventions and other key Human Rights documents * Community Services to the vulnerable people in our communities New Zealand Red Cross has an Outreach programme designed to … Continued

SeniorNet Canterbury Inc. (Senior Net)

Provides opportunity for people over the age of 50 years to learn technology skills in a friendly environment. A non-profit making organisation helping them to become more confident and competent computer users. SeniorNet Canterbury Courses are based on the Microsoft Word operating system but they also have workshops covering Android and Ipad smart phones and tablets.

Community Energy Action Trust – CEA

CEA is a charitable trust and leading provider of energy solutions that are good for people and good for the environment. CEA can help with cost effective energy saving solutions by providing: Underfloor insulation, PVC damp proofing, ceiling insulation, cylinder wraps, plastic window film (which acts as double glazing), door weather stripping, V-seal draught sealer, … Continued

PEPSA Gentle Exercise

These are really good exercise classes set to music and offer an invigorating workout for seniors. Each class consists of a good all round movement workout, followed by exercises for mobility, balance and postural control. Traditional elements of yoga, pilates and more general movement are utilised in this part of the class. The instructor is … Continued

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