SPCA Education Officer

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.

Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinson’s Canterbury

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

Burnside Elim Church

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.

Water Safety NZ – Fencing of Swimming Pools

The relevant information regarding Fencing of Swimming Pools Act 1987 is found on the website. Further information can be obtained by contacting Water Safety NZ at the above telephone numbers, or emailing them, or postal address.

Disability Allowance

Disability Allowance is for people who have a medical condition and need on-going medical care and help with everyday tasks. It can be paid for an age related disability. It is paid to help with the extra costs of having a medical condition, like regular visits to the doctor, medicines, extra heating, transport or medical … Continued

Beneficiary Advisory Service

http://www.bas.org.nz/ A community based group providing support, advocacy and information for people on benefits and low income. Recommended to ring and make an apointment. Hours: 9.30 am – 3.30pm Monday-Thursday 9.30am-2.00pm Friday

Friends And Neighbours

A social gathering for older people. Meet on a Tuesday afternoon at 1pm (except the first one in the month) at St Marys Church Hall, 329 Halswell Road, Halswell. Play cards, scrabble and housie, pot luck lunches and outings, quiz afternoons. Contact Judy for a fun afternoon.

Gordon & Till Audiology

Friendly ,affordable, high quality hearing care. Locally owned and operated. Services include free hearing screening, full hearing tests and a full range of hearing aids. A full hearing test is free with the purchase of hearing aids. Home visits by arrangement.

Belfast Friendly Club

Meets every 2nd Monday at 1:30 pm, at the Belfast rugby and communication centre. 18 March Place, Belfast, We provide friendship, play housie and enjoy the occasional social outing. Cups of tea and coffee included. New members very welcome.

Canterbury Caledonian Society

Promote the music, dancing and culture of all things Scottish. Have 3 Pipe Bands who meet each week as well as other groups. Ring the above contact for up to date information. Please ring evenings.

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