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
Support resources for young and old to grow strength and resilience in tough times. Skylight also supports the caregivers, relatives, friends, workmates and professionals caring for them.
Mission statement: “To create or enhance an environment to empower men to make informed decisions about the diagnosis of, and treatment for, prostate cancer.” Guest speakers talk on a wide range of topics related to prostate problems. Aim to keep formal business to a minimum and spend plenty of time on informal chat, to share … Continued
www.carers.net.nz Established in the early 1990s by family carers, Carers NZ is now a national registered charity which provides information, advice, learning and support for families with health and disability needs. It is the Secretariat for the NZ Carers Alliance, and acts as the legal umbrella for a number of special interest groups including: An … Continued
For information regarding CONSUMER enquiries or complaints, look up on the above website or contact the (CAB) Citizens Advice Bureau at 0800 367 222 or Christchurch City (Student Building Polytech) 366 6490, Christchurch North (Fendalton Library) 359 8090 Christchurch West (Hornby) 349 5236, North Canterbury 03 313 8822 or the 0800 FOR CAB-0800 367 222.
Information line : 0800 693 342 Enable New Zealand & NZ Federation of Disability Information Centres have been contracted to manage and co-ordinate the collection, collation, verification and dissemination of generic disability information, networked throughout New Zealand for consumer access. Weka (what everyone keeps asking about disability) is a Website developed by the NZ Federation … Continued
