Advance care planning (ACP) is the process of thinking about, talking about and planning for future health care and end-of-life care. It is about identifying what matters to you. For more information speak to your practice team, search ‘Advance Care Planning” on http://www.healthinfo.org.nz, look at the booklet on the web link adjacent or contact the … Continued
CINCH (Community Information Christchurch) is a database of community information maintained by Christchurch City Libraries. Currently it lists almost 6 000 clubs and community organisations,1,853 courses and 90 individuals. Information can be found by keyword and name. It is available on the Web site above. Printouts, mailing labels, Word tables and Excel spreadsheets are … Continued
The Old Stone House has now reopened and the website gives all the details about the centre and what it offers.
A full list of local Country Women’s Institute groups is listed on CINCH on the Christchurch City Library website. To find these groups on the website: Type in Women’s Groups in the “Search” box on the above website. In “Select” box click on CINCH, click on arrow. Click on W in CINCH Find … Continued
The Assembly of People with Disabilities is an advocacy and national lobby organisation that promotes the issues facing disabled people.The local branch advocates are always working to improve access and rights for disabled people in 6 key areas : Access,Education, Employment,Health services, Human rights, Transport. For further information, email Karim at the above email address.
Senior line 0800 725 463 Helping older people navigate the health system. Information for older people to help make decisions about staying at home, retirement villages, home care, day care and rest homes. The website is designed to give information on superannuation entitlements, finances, health services and SuperGold discounts.
A helpline for speakers of Manderin or Cantonese.
Computing for Free is a self-paced learning programme for anyone who wants to gain formal computer skills for employment, or learn the basics of computing and Microsoft software.
(Check the National website to find the nearest bureau details) Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday, 9am to 4.30pm. Offer free impartial & confidential guidance and support of information and referral by trained volunteers.
The Christchurch Budget Service offers a free confidential service to help individuals and families to plan the future. Office apppointments weekdays. An answer phone message can be left outside business hours.
