Approximately 95,000 New Zealanders have a visual impairment that cannot be corrected by glasses or contact lenses, but only 12% of New Zealanders with long-term uncorrectable vision are eligible for membership of the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind. Information and support for the 88% who are ineligible is scant. Low vision rehabilitation is … Continued
An innovative vehicle to help get you active and stay active. Ideal in a retirement village or paved setting. It has 4 wheels so is more stable than a bicycle or tricycle. Very easy to mount or dismount. New Zealand designed and made.
Promotes awareness and acceptance of a multicultural society, and co-operates with central and local government agencies and voluntary organisations in the promotion of awareness and acceptance of a multicultural society. Promotes social and cultural life within the community. Part of the larger group of NZ Federation of Multicultural Councils. CMC supports the Christchurch City Council’s … Continued
Care on Call is a trusted and reliable provider of high quality home care ( home help ) for people of all ages. Provides one-on-one non-medical assistance for the daily activities that aren’t as easy as they used to be, e.g. personal care, meal preparation, medication reminders, laundry, light housekeeping, local transportation, respite care. Their … Continued
The Dental Council is the statutory body constituted under the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 for maintaining self-regulation of the dental professions. The primary role is to promote and protect the public interest by ensuring that oral health practitioners are safe and competent to practise. Regulate dentists, dental specialists, dental therapists, dental hygienists, clinical … Continued
Provide information to people who call the 0800 number above on most continence issues. Can also refer people on to the correct continence service provider in their area. People can contact them on 0800 650 659. They also have a lot of information on their website. Also see database entry under Continence Advisory Service Nurse … Continued
Promoting the advantages of ethnic diversity for New Zealand Work to improve business and trade opportunities Work to improve government’s responsiveness to ethnic communities We work to maintain and improve New Zealand’s reputation for social harmony The term ‘ethnic’ (matawaka), in the context of the mandate for the Office of Ethnic Affairs, refers to any … Continued
Case Management and Suitable Homes Services (the latter formerly Community Housing Ltd) and Community Group Housing. Case Management Service assists people whose housing needs are complex and who face significant barriers to suitable and sustainable housing. Case Managers in Christchurch cover the City, Central and North Canterbury. They can be contacted directly by calling 0800 … Continued
The Good Companion provides professional and personal in-home care and companionship for elderly, disabled and convalescing people who wish to continue living in their own homes. The Good Companion now has over ten years of experience providing live in care and companionship to New Zealanders finding it hard to cope at home. All carers are … Continued
Reception phone number : 374 7222 Community Energy Action (CEA) is a charitable trust based in Christchurch. Established in 1994, CEA’s mission is to provide equitable energy efficient solutions to achieve good health, good environmental outcomes ad the relief of fuel poverty in our community. A warm, comfortable energy efficient house is important for your … Continued
