Catholic Social Services

Catholic Social Services offers high quality programmes at absolutely no charge to anyone in need. Our counsellors are members of professional bodies to which they are accountable. The Agency works within the guidelines of the Privacy Act (1993). All our clients can expect a caring, safe environment, respectful and non-judgmental treatment, cultural awareness and complete … Continued

St Lukes in the City Anglican Church

ST LUKES COMMUNITY TRUST:  Contact : Jenny Drury – Ph. 366 3098 The Community Trust’s office remains closed for earthquake repairs, but the Trust continues to operate. Phone the number above for services, activities and help. Or, check out their website. The Trust offers a low cost counselling service and runs events such as an … Continued

Tenants’ Protection Association

To contact TPA Please clearly leave your name and number and they will get back to you as soon as possible. There is also a TPA staff member working out of the Linwood Community Link on Ensors Road each morning for appointments. They offer a free confidential advisory service; mediation between flatmates; education and training … Continued

Christchurch Methodist Mission

Works to reduce disadvantage, so all people live life to the full within inclusive communities. Works with the oldest and youngest members of our community, families in need, and those without social supports If food assistance is needed, identification will be required (ie community services card or driver’s license etc). Links to other Methodist Mission … Continued

Ballantyne J And Co. Ltd.

Website: www.ballantynes.com Ballantyne’s have a variety of walking sticks (including folding) located in the Men’s Wear department. Costs vary. They can be adjusted to correct size to suit individual needs. People who go in to rest home care are required to have all clothing labelled. Ballantynes can supply sewing of garment tags. Wheelchairs are available … Continued

Community Law Canterbury

Community Law Canterbury provides free legal information, advice and education to those on low incomes and others who have difficulty accessing legal help, including disabled people. It has a general drop-in service on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5.30-7pm, and Saturday mornings 9.30 – 12 midday a specialist employment law drop-in service on Wednesday … Continued

PEETO The Multicultural Learning Centre

PEETO provides: English for Speakers of Other Languages courses (ESOL); Vocational Training and Workbased Training; Computer Training; Cultural Orientation courses for Migrants and Refugees; Drivers Licence courses (Theory); An employment programme (funded by the Immigration Service) in association with the Refugee and Migrant Centre. Professional assessment of students’ needs – all PEETO students and prospective … Continued

Christchurch Bridge Club

Offer Bridge lessons for beginners. For enquiries and enrolments ring the numbers above. Classes – look in website.

Harmans Lawyers

  Harmans Lawyers specialise in legal issues for older people including the following: Wills Trusts Enduring Powers of Attorney Rest Home Subsidies Occupation Right Agreements Funeral Trusts Estate Planning Asset Protection   Harmans specialise in legal issues relating to seniors. Their friendly down-to-earth team offer practical advice in plain English, on how to protect your … Continued

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