News
A Positive Step for MS Community
By Judy McKeown, RN (MS Resource Nurse) PHARMAC’s announcement that it will fund two new treatments for Multiple Sclerosis has been described as “a momentous day for thousands of people” living with the condition by MSNZ Vice President Neil Woodhams. After years of funding submissions, culminating in a campaign this year led by MSNZ, PHARMAC…
Thank You for Supporting our Annual Appeal
The Society is tremendously grateful to all the volunteers who braved a chilly and often inhospitable Friday in September to help with our annual Street Appeal. The Street Appeal was held across Canterbury over two days, Friday 5 September and Saturday 6 September. It attracted the support of over 450 volunteers, including high school students,…
Christmas BBQ
Our good friends from the Papanui Club will again provide members and their families with a delicious BBQ lunch. It also gives you the opportunity to say farewell to the Society’s manager Jenny Boyer, who will be retiring at the end of the year. Jenny started working here in 1988 and has been the Society’s…
Duo Cookbooks Now Just $15!
DUO Cookbooks make great Christmas presents… especially for those friends or family members who seem to have everything. We have a number of copies of this popular item for sale at the much reduced price of $15, almost half their original price! DUO features over 160 recipes, including special contributions from renowned chef Jo Seagar…
Noticeboard
Holiday Closing Dates The Society will be closed during the Christmas Holidays. The last day of operation will be Friday 19 December and we will reopen on Monday 12 January 2015. If you need medical assistance during this time, please contact your GP. If you attend Gym at the Society or any of our Exercise…
President’s Message
This year the approaching year-end coincides with the departure of the Society’s highly respected, revered and very long serving Manager, Jenny Boyer. Jenny will be retiring when the Society shuts for the Christmas holidays and the board are actively seeking a new Service Manager to nurture the organisation through the next period of development. Jenny…
Positive Ageing Expo
The Society will be exhibiting at the Positive Ageing Expo on Monday 29 September from 9.30am – 2.30pm at Papanui High School. Organised by Age Concern Canterbury in collaboration with Papanui High School to celebrate International Day of Older Persons, this is the eighth Expo and is set to be the biggest yet, with 115…
Noticeboard (August-October)
Total Mobility Update The date for starting the new Total Mobility Smart Card system has been delayed, so please ensure you continue to use the ID card and vouchers that you currently have. If you run out of vouchers, send in your used voucher books and you will be posted a set of new vouchers.…
Applying for a Lottery Grant
You might qualify for a grant from the Lottery Individuals with Disabilities Committee to pay for the purchase of a vehicle, scooter or other disability equipment. These grants are aimed at helping people with disabilities achieve independence and participate in the community. Around 45% of applicants receive funding. The Committee considers a range of factors…
Is It Time To Reassess Your Driving Skills?
By Judy McKeown, RN (MS Resource Nurse) The demands of driving a car today are greater than ever, particularly in Christchurch, making it even more important for vehicles to be operated safely. But what happens when you or your GP believe it is time to reassess your driving skills? Driving assessments can be a great…