Age Concern Whanganui Serving the Needs of Older People
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SUMMER 2018 QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER www.acwhanganui.org.nz Whanganui He Manaakitanga Kaumātua Age Concern Whanganui Serving the needs of older people Do you remember these? For advertising phone Monique (07) 577 9092 or email [email protected] A Pukeko Print & Design Ltd publication | www.pukekoprint.co.nz | Please refer to website for disclaimer 2 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people SUMMER 2018 3 Driving Miss Daisy Senior Driving Programmes: Brighten up your festive Contact Information your companion More Confidence and Safety season Phone: (06) 345 1799 Fax: (06) 347 2334 and your driver! Email: [email protected] For many, Christmas is a time of family togetherness, Address: 164 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500 the sharing of meals, relaxing together over a Postal Address: PO Box 703, Whanganui 4540 holiday break, youngsters playing whilst the adults watch on. Backyard cricket, bbq’s, afternoon siestas, OFFICE HOURS long days at the beach, camping, picnics packed in 9.00am - 3.30pm Monday to Friday chilly bins and Christmas cake with a cuppa. It’s a wonderful season and we’re so lucky to live in this beautiful country that offers such natural beauty and wonderful outdoor activities. Board Members Ageing affects our driving. Age Concern Whanganui In contrast, the festive season can also be a time of Chairperson: Wendall Hart is offering three FREE events for senior drivers in Vice Chairperson: Jan Bullen Whanganui in November. These programmes have many; remembering loved ones and reminiscing of Secretary: Shirley Forward proved popular and get excellent feedback. For wonderfulquiet reflection, Christmases contemplation and holidays and memories gone by. for Members: Toots Mohi example “I feel more confident and competent…It Keep your independence and Graham Adams was easy to follow.”. At Driving Miss Daisy, we love this time of year and freedom with our safe, reliable Diana Doyle Keys to Safe Driving is a four hour refresher course want to help you remain as active and independent Peter Allison delivered by an experienced driving instructor and as possible so that you can enjoy the traditions of the companion driving service. Keri-Anne Hawira educator. It is interactive, giving opportunities to season. We provide a number of different services to We can drive and accompany you to: understand, refresh and improve your driving. It assist you – here are a few ideas: • Medical and other appointments includes the six key safety factors, planning, decision • Christmas card shopping & posting Staff making, and the current road rules. We provide lunch • Christmas gift shopping for loved ones • Family/social occasions Manager: Tracy Lynn • Clothes shopping for special occasions and a course booklet. Register for your next free • Shopping trips Administrator: Noeleen Voice course on Monday 5th November. • Companion driving to end of year functions & Volunteer Coordination: Janet Lewis events • Scenic drives CarFit helps senior drivers find their safest and most Steady As You Go: Janet Lewis • Companion driving to church & carol services comfortable fit in your car. Our trained technicians • Take your pets to the vet Community Support/ • Grocery shopping for special Christmas meals and check you in your car and guide you to have: Social Work: Sue Evans treats • Airport drop-offs and pick ups • an understanding of the safety features of your Lorraine Peipi-TePou • Airport and transport transfers (including at car ACC approved provider Deidre Boyd departure and arrival ports) • clear lines of sight Total Mobility cards accepted Welfare Officer - Council Flats • Christmas light tours Whanganui & Rangitikei: Lorraine Peipi-TePou • a seat and a steering wheel that fit comfortably • Festive outings with a group of friends Bookings are essential – call Clive today Elder Abuse Response and safely - giving you easy access to controls • properly adjusted head restraints and make your next outing a pleasure! Whanganui C004440 AC Service: Sue Evans (Senior Driving Miss Daisy is committed to helping our • and a safe and comfortable seatbelt position Social Worker) clients get out and about, so they can live life to the An experienced Occupational Therapist is also in Deidre Boyd full and make the most of every moment. Remember Whanganui attendance. Book in your free 20 minute CarFit check Social Connections/ that many of our franchise owners have fully on Friday 16th November. Phone: (06) 347 9100 Accredited Visiting Service: Clare Fearnley equipped Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles, to assist Health Promotion: Clare Fearnley Hanging up the Car Keys forum is for senior drivers, with walkers or wheelchairs. Mobile: 021 503 313 their families, and health professionals. We provide a panel for you to learn about the medical and safety Call us today to discuss your festive season aspects, and alternative transport options. Enrol for requirements. If there’s something you need help the Friday 30th November event. with we’d be happy to talk through the options. Disclaimer: The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of Age Concern Whanganui. The inclusion These events are free and places are limited - or exclusion of any product does not mean that the booking is essential. Call Age Concern Whanganui Whanganui – Clive Aim www.drivingmissdaisy.co.nz publisher or Age Concern advocates or rejects its use. (06) 347 9100 021 503 313 (06) 345 1799. Editorial supplied by Driving Miss Daisy 4 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people SUMMER 2018 5 Alzheimers Whanganui Services We are very excited to announce the launch of Dementia Friends, our new outreach and awareness Support & Advocacy • CarFit programme. Our community workers can provide support and Our trained technicians highlight your car’s safety assistance, advise on available services, liaise with features and check the ‘fit’ of your vehicle to Dementia Friends learn about Dementia and the other community agencies and are available to visit maximise comfort and safety. impact it has. They then make a commitment to at home. • Hanging Up the Car Keys action to help those living with dementia to live well. Total Mobility Scheme Planning for life after driving. Learn about the options Dementia Friends choose the action or actions they Horizons Regional Council Assessments undertaken available in Whanganui for those no longer able to are comfortable with and able to offer. for people with disabilities to access subsidised taxi drive themselves. fares. Assessment fee applies. Health Promotion Fire Safety Dementia Friends has been informed and shaped by the voices and input of Kiwis living with dementia. Elder Abuse Response Service Seminars and forums organised on a range of topics If you are one of Whanganui’s older residents, with a Our social worker is available to confidentially discuss relevant and interesting to older people. Community Services Card, you may be eligible for a Whether you are a schoolkid or a Chief Executive, a problems of suspected abuse, maltreatment or Information free home fire safety check. You may also be eligible Cabinet Minister or someone in between, you can be neglect and can assist in obtaining help. Resources Contact us for a wide variety of information on to have a FREE long-life smoke alarm installed. a Dementia Friend. are available for distribution. available services. Call in or phone to speak with our Age Concern Whanganui is working with Fire and Accredited Visiting Service reception volunteers or staff. Emergency New Zealand on an agreement so that We are inviting everyone in New Zealand to become Our co-ordinator trains and supports volunteers who Volunteer Opportunities together we can work to improve the safety of the a Dementia Friend to raise awareness and build a visit those living alone in the community. Both the A number of volunteering opportunities are available: Whanganui community. more understanding, inclusive and supportive New older person and the visitor enjoy the friendship that • Meals on Wheels delivery Zealand. develops from this regular contact. • Transport & Supermarket Service Contact Deidre (Social Worker) at Age Concern Supermarket Shopping (Whanganui Only) • Accredited Visiting Service Whanganui for more information regarding an To become a Dementia Friend, people complete a Volunteers take those who have no transport to • Reception assessment on (06) 345 1799. short, online programme. The programme includes the supermarket, assist with shopping and return • CarFit a short video featuring three Kiwis living well with them home. The service is subject to criteria and an All volunteers are given training and support. dementia. assessment fee applies. A donation to the driver for To find out more about becoming a Dementia petrol is required. Membership and donations to Age Concern PLEASE SUPPORT Transport (Whanganui Only) Whanganui are appreciated and accepted. Friend go to www.alzheimers.org.nz and show Volunteer drivers help those who have no transport Donations of $5 or more are tax deductible. OUR ADVERTISERS your support for people living with Dementia in by taking them to medical and other essential Their support enables the production of this your community. Editorial supplied by Alzheimers Whanganui appointments. The service is subject to criteria and Please contact us at: newsletter, so please support them. an assessment fee applies. A donation to the driver 164 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500 for petrol is required. Phone: (06) 345 1799 Steady as You Go (SAYGo) Falls Prevention Fax: (06) 347 2334 A unique community based strength and balance Email: [email protected] Our Thanks to: exercise programme for men and women. Classes in www.acwhanganui.org.nz Whanganui, Rangitikei and the Waimarino. • Dementia affects four out of five Kiwis. Tenants Pensioner Flats (Whanganui) & Community • You can make a difference to those living with it. Housing (Rangitikei) • Become a Dementia Friend. Our welfare officer provides support to tenants of the • Help us build a community that is more Whanganui District Council Pensioner Flats and the understanding, more accepting of people with dementia.