The Orbiter

After 65 years of age Gold Cards are issued by Winz. To apply for a card, or for further information on eligibility and discounts, visit www.supergold.govt.nz, email information@supergold.govt.nz or call 0800 25 45 65. The SuperGold Card is free for all eligible New Zealand residents aged 65 years or over and those under 65 who … Continued

St John

For the Christchurch AMBULANCE Service ring 111. ST JOHN MEDICAL ALARMS 0800 50 23 23. Talks available on request. CARING CALLER 0800 780 780 (a free service) is a friend who provides regular friendship calls. Training is provided for people wishing to become a Caring Caller. To apply ring 0800 785 646. ST JOHN FIRST … Continued

Waimakariri District Council

Office hours Monday to Friday 8.30am until 4.30pm For information and applications for Pensioner flats for the elderly ring the number above . Alternately, ring & ask for an application form which can then be posted out.  

Craig Keenan (Reverse Mortgages)

Craig is a Christchurch mortgage broker specialising in Equity Release (or Reverse) mortgages. He will give impartial advice to clients & outline various options available to them. He also deals with standard residential & investment property mortgages. For further information, contact him on the above telephone numbers or email address.

Prime Pilates

A fully equipped and dedicated Christchurch Pilates studio that offers group classes as well as private one-on-one sessions with qualified instructors. Classes have a very small instructor-client ratio, to focus, correct and encourage each client during the sessions. Pilates caters for any age group, gender or fitness level even if you haven’t exercised for years! … Continued

Probus Clubs in Christchurch

A club for retired or semi-retired people, non-sectarian, non-political, non-fundraising. For intellectual and cultural stimulation, entertainment and friendship. N.B. Groups may be combined, women’s or men’s. The contact for the Northern South Island Probus Association (NSIPA) is Margaret Drake , Director Probus  South Pacific Ltd. See contacts and details for Probus Clubs in the area … Continued

Botanic Gardens

Email: christchurchbotanicgardens@ccc.govt.nz The gardens contain over 10,000 exotic and indigenous plants displayed in a landscaped setting of approximately 21 hectares, offering the visitor spectacular displays for all seasons of the year. The grounds are open daily from 7am to 1 hour before sunset. The Information Centre, adjacent to the Armagh Street car park, is open … Continued

Victims’ Rights

Information is available through Victim Support on the above numbers or nationally on: GET HELP: 0800 VICTIM ( 0800 842 846  There is a  full & comprehensive information on the website explaining an individual’s rights as a victim. The Victims’ Rights Act 2002 (the Act) replaces the Victims of Offences Act 1987. It came into … Continued

Christchurch Victim Support

Contacts: Regional Manager – Donna Neill, Practice Manager – April Marshall Service Co-ordinators: First Response Team – Reshma Chandra , Carolyn Hanson Services provided: Victim Support provides 24-hour emotional support, personal advocacy and information to all people affected by crime and trauma throughout New Zealand. Office Hours are 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday – Friday. Phone … Continued

Residential Care Options-Publications

‘Where From Here’ replaces ‘A Question of Care’ and provides information about Rest Homes, Retirement Villages, Serviced Apartments and Private Hospital care. It can be obtained by calling the number above or calling Age Concern Canterbury on 3660903. A good website to visit on the subject is www.eldernet.co.nz Health & Disability Consumer Advocacy Services South … Continued

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