Karla Gunby
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 8)
manager@ms-pd.org.nz
I have a strong background in community development and social enterprise, having worked as an adviser for nearly 7 years with the Christchurch City Council. Before that I ran the Multicultural Services Centre in Wellington and disability organisations in London and Melbourne.
Bridget Paterson
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 9)
fundraiser@ms-pd.org.nz
Most recently I owned a boutique jewellery store in The Arts Centre but prior to that I had a fundraising and marketing background, working for several sports organisations and then the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust for 11 years.
Kirsty Boggi
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 6)
support@ms-pd.org.nz
I have a support services based background from the government sector in the United Kingdom where I worked for the past 20 years before returning home to New Zealand.
Deb Ballantyne
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 4)
nurse@ms-pd.org.nz
My background is in Community Nursing. I have 12 years experience in this role including RN work, education and advocacy.
Elspeth McKeon
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 3)
nurse@ms-pd.org.nz
My nursing background has been varied with my most recent experience as a Practice Nurse in a GP office. Prior to this, I was a neuroscience RN case manager in a large academic institution in the USA. I am excited to be working in the field of neurosciences again as this is my true passion.
Tara Martin
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 1)
physio@ms-pd.org.nz
I have been working as a physiotherapist with people with neurological conditions in Christchurch for the last 12 years in the public and private sector. Prior to that I lived in the UK and worked in large NHS teaching hospitals. Before training as a physio I trained as an opera singer and still perform regularly in Christchurch.
Lesley Williams
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 6)
lesley.williams@xtra.co.nz
I have been at MS & Parkinson's for 5 years, mainly doing my morning tea socialising and sharing any members comments and updates with staff concerned. Sometimes I help with fundraising and have even managed our Friday gym! Prior to this I worked at Kilmarnock Enterprises for 27years.
Kim Veenings
(03) 366 2857 (ext. 6)
exercise.class@ms-pd.org.nz
I trained as a personal trainer after the Canterbury earthquakes, as a way to help myself with spinal injuries and have worked with MS and Parkinson's since then. I also work with falls prevention in the community as I know first hand how important exercise is.