North Canterbury Chess
Promotion of chess playing in North Cantebury. Enjoy the challenge and the company of others. Please email for further information. Held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month in the Rangiora War Memorial Hall.
Returned Services Association – Rangiora
Have Volunteer Drivers available and offer a visiting service. Provide welfare grants for those with RSA Membership , widows are included.( ie spectacles etc ) For further information ring the RSA on 03 3137123
Rangiora Stroke Club
Offer information and support for stroke people and their carers. Arrange social outings. Meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 11am to 2 pm at the John Knox Centre, Cnr of High & King Sts. , Rangiora. The Club works in with the Stroke Foundation. For further information, contact Barbara on … Continued
Holmwood Rest Home
A “Set amongst beautifully-manicured gardens on a quiet, leafy street in Rangiora, Holmwood is a boutique Care Centre offering a range of standard and premium rooms including Care Suites. Holmwood is ideally located just 5 minutes from the Northern Motorway, making it easy for friends and family to pop by or get you out and … Continued
Citizens Advice Bureau – North Canterbury CAB
(Check the National website to find the nearest bureau details) Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm. Offer free impartial & confidential guidance and support of information and referral by trained volunteers.
Bainswood Rest Home
The 33 bed rest home is part of a village with studios and apartments. All clients should be advised to request a referral from their G.P. for a full assessment before entering rest home care. Older Persons Health Service, Burwood Hospital ,Assessment and Community Assessment Team, 337 7765. Ring the number above to inquire about … Continued
Rangiora Arthritis Support Group
The Education Officer – Helen Cuff 03 313 3877 Covers the area north of Waimakariri. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month, 1..00-3.00pm, at the Dudley Pavilion (end of the swimming complex).
