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

Libby Drayton

Available for older clients through the Harakeke Centre. Free counselling for those suffering earthquake stress. Qualified and experienced in a diverse range of client needs including loss, grief and separation and caring for elderly. Qualifications: M.N.Z.A.C.,B.A., Adv.Dip.Tching, Adviser in Special Education, Reg Teacher- Primary,Secondary,Tertiary,Teacher of Deaf, Remedial Reading Specialist,ESOL.

Volunteering Canterbury

An information and referral service for individuals interested in volunteering and for non-profit agencies involving volunteers. Support, information and training for non-profit agencies. Advocacy and consultancy on all issues to do with volunteering. To arrange an interview ring the above number or visit the website for more opportunities. Open Monday – Friday 9.00 am – … Continued

Pukeko Blue Limited

Pukuko blue is an organisation that provide care by working together with clients,  families and key services to support each individual who chooses to live there to attain an optimum state of wellness, autonomy, stimulation, comfort and happiness. This is achieved by: Offering a creative, positive and homely environment which enhances the Client’s Quality of … Continued

Death notices and obituaries

A good way to check on the passing of individuals you know when you don’t access a newspaper. Look on the website listed.

Painting Classes

Art, cooking, language and photography classes may be available.  Please refer to the website for further information. https://www.papanui.school.nz/com-ed/categories

Lyttelton Visitors Centre

New Address is 20 Oxford Street, Lyttelton Hours are: Monday to Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm; Sunday 11.00am to 3.00pm. For further information, either ring the above telephone

Kaiapoi Public Library

To find out about the services that the library offers, ring the above telephone number. Offer delivery of library books to the house bound.

Haemophilia Foundation of New Zealand

For people with bleeding disorders and their families. Services available: Information; Educational Material; Supportive Programmes; Outreach Service; Youth Camps; Family Camps. The Outreach Worker can be contacted at 0508 FACTOR.(0508 322867)

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