Avonside Holy Trinity Church

WEDNESDAY CAFÉ lunchtime gatherings for senior citizens, held on 2nd Wednesday of each month, 11.30 AM – 1.00 PM. All older people from local community are welcome. Contact Colleen at  the  Parish Office, Telephone 389 6948 for further information. AAW running on fourth Saturday of the month with a speaker or an activity. 10.30am. All … Continued

Cat Protection

Has a list of vets who will do spraying, flea and worm treatment etc at a reduced cost with a community service card. Call Cat Protection first. Their cattery is at 14 Charlesworth Street, Linwood. Ph 384 0006. Can assist with vet costs and ‘lost and found’.

Golden Programme

Golden Programme is a community service organised by the ‘Neighbourhood Trust’, the community arm of the St Albans Baptist Church. Coach trips are arranged to suit all ages and levels of mobility. For information about coming events ring Kim 355 6522 extension 112 for further details. Provides a two course meal (on a five week cycle), … Continued

Name It Labels

Unique iron-on labels which will last through commercial washing or sew on labels if you prefer. – Fast overnight service available New Zealand made labels, easy secure on-line shop. Print nametags for people who are entering Rest Homes. Orders may be made by telephoning the 0800 number above or can be ordered on line by … Continued

Parklands Hospital

Parklands Hospital provides 24 hour nursing care and companionship in a comfortable homelike environment. Ideal for those people whose medical problems can no longer be managed at home. Has a specialist hospital dementia unit and provide respite and paliative care.

Roses at Cust

A unique retail experience offering fashion, home and garden goodies as well as an extensive range of rose varieties. You will find us at 1771 Cust Road, Cust. 10.00am – 4.00pm     Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. 9.00am-5.00pm   Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Manuka Cottage – Addington Community House

Manuka Cottage offer daily support through a variety of activities. The cottage is open Monday to Thursday each week from 10am till 1pm. Women’s Day only, Tuesday 10:30am to 3pm, which includes a variety of activities. Ring the above telephone number for further information. Monthly outings and exercise on hold. For information regarding these activities … Continued

Motor Neurone Disease Canterbury Branch

Motor neurone disease is the name of a group of conditions in which nerve cells controlling muscles of movements are destroyed. The MND New Zealand support team provides free, personalised support and advocacy for every person, with Motor Neurone disease in New Zealand. They work together with people living with MND and their carers, families … Continued

Retirement Villages Issues to Consider

The information has been presented by Harmans Lawyers Barristers and Solicitors , who specialise in legal issues for older people. See also under heading of “Harmans”

Walking Sticks – Advice on Proper Fit

To obtain the maximum support from a walking stick it must be a proper fit & used correctly. Before you purchase a walking stick consider the following:- Select from the various styles of canes by considering the stability each offers. Choose a cane that is light. To select the proper length for a cane, stand … Continued

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