No matter where you are in your home, or out in the garden, if ever you need medical assistance, simply press your St John Lifelink Medical Alarm (pendant or wristband) button. They are lightweight, water resistant and can be worn in the shower. The call will go straight to the St John Communications Centre and … Continued
Lifelinks is a Christchurch firm, provides needs assessment and service co-ordination to people under the age of 65 years. This involves finding out what the families of disabled people need and identifying what services are available to meet those needs Support may range from household management and personal care, to recreational or vocational needs.
Website: www.ps.org.nz/uppersouthisland Presbyterian Support Upper South island operate the purpose-built Harakeke Club venues in Riccarton and Linwood: friendly, needs-based day programmes for people with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Transport is available to and from the club and a midday meal, morning and afternoon teas provided. The centres are purpose-built stand alone dementia specific facilities … Continued
Co-ordinate the Country Women’s Institutes in Canterbury district. The groups offer friendship and companionship, arts and crafts and hold annual National competitions. Speakers, walking & social groups. Monthly meetings There are five institutes in the Canterbury District Federation: Burnside Hillsborough / Heathcote North Beach Redwood Westburn Ring the above contact for further information. The Christchurch … Continued
This publication covers the many aspects of retirement village living that need to be considered before signing up. Age Concern Canterbury has copies of this publication and can send it out free of charge. It is also available on https://www.sorted.org.nz/order
Get rid of clutter. Ideal if moving or having to deal with adeceased estate. Appraisal of goods, household chattels( sell on behalf or by arrangement ) to auction. Transport of goods arranged. Rubbish to dump. Clearing and cleaning of garage and house.. No job too big or small.Licenced Trader. Work for Solicitors and Trust companies. … Continued
Visits a variety of groups with a presentation on the SPCA and animal welfare. As part of this the education team will bring some furry friends to enable some animal interaction. Available for retirement homes, service and recreation clubs. Possibility of animal therapy group being set up in the future.
St Lukes Community Trust is offering funding to clients, who require counselling ,who may be unable to meet ACC and WINZ criteria. Clients are expected to make a contribution to costs, but it will depend on the clients circumstances. The counsellor is qualified and experienced in this field of need, with broad experience over many … Continued
Founded in 1962, MS & Parkinson’s Canterbury has been a large part of the Christchurch Community for 60 years. We provide a range of services such as: Exercise classes and individual exercise programmes Nurse appointments Physio assessments Social activities Peer support groups We have a purpose-built gym, studio, and education facilities at BrainTree and … Continued
Thursdays at 10.00am. Drop in for a tea/coffee and chat. Admission is free; a donation towards morning tea is appreciated. Sit and be fit – gentle exercise programme for the over 60s. Tuesday 1.30-2.15 pm. $5.00 per session.
