AUTUMN 2019 QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER www.acwhanganui.org.nz He Manaakitanga Kaumātua Age Concern Whanganui Serving the needs of older people

Participants of the Master Games Scooter Event – this was the first time this event was held in the Masters Games. All proceeds raised were kindly donated to Age Concern Whanganui.

For advertising phone Dave 027 652 5220 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 AUTUMN 2019 3 Driving Miss Daisy Volunteers are not paid Contact Information Loneliness and your companion – not because they are Phone: (06) 345 1799 Fax: (06) 347 2334 and your driver! Email: [email protected] worthless, but because Social Isolation Address: 164 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500 Postal Address: PO Box 703, Whanganui 4540 they are priceless. Loneliness is indiscriminate. There is an abundance of research on this subject in New Zealand currently Our Volunteers - OFFICE HOURS and young people are just as likely to feel lonely as 9.00am - 3.30pm Monday to Friday you may not be aware, we have older generations. It is known that levels of loneliness over 350 people in this country are escalating and as anyone who has who volunteer ever experienced it will agree, the feeling can seem their time for us insurmountable once it settles in our tummies and Board Members at Age Concern our lives. Chairperson: Wendall Hart Whanganui. They Vice Chairperson: Jan Bullen volunteer their time The importance of being aware of and talking about Secretary: Shirley Forward from working in loneliness and lack of social relationships has been (resigned February 2019) reception, to driving proven to be as bad for health as smoking. Keep your independence and Members: Toots Mohi for meals on wheels, transport and supermarket freedom with our safe, reliable Graham Adams shopping, peer leaders for Steady As You Go, car fit There can be many reasons for being lonely, such as companion driving service. Diana Doyle technicians and as accredited visitors. health, mobility impairment, sensory loss, changes to Peter Allison We would not be able to provide the level of service, driving ability and bereavement. There are all sorts of We can drive and accompany you to: Keri-Anne Hawira without them…so thank you. things happening as we age which can make getting • Medical and other appointments Last month,our volunteer receptionist, Jan Brett, out of the house increasingly difficult and so social • Family/social occasions Staff received the Volunteer of the Month Award from isolation can cause loneliness. the Whanganui Volunteer Centre. Jan has been • Shopping trips Manager: Michelle Malcolm volunteering for Age Concern Whanganui since Administrator: Noeleen Voice When people are no longer able to drive, that’s where • Scenic drives 2005. Jan organises the roster for our 25 volunteer Volunteer Coordination: Janet Lewis Driving Miss Daisy comes in! Driving Miss Daisy is the receptionists as well as coordinating the meals on • Take your pets to the vet Steady As You Go: Janet Lewis connection from home to the community. They make Community Support/ wheels drivers through the Christmas period. it their priority to ensure each and every journey is • Airport drop-offs and pick ups Social Work: Sue Evans One of our newer receptionist said that when filled with laughter, kindness and positivity. ACC approved provider Lorraine Peipi-TePou she retired she wanted to do something in the Total Mobility cards accepted Deidre Boyd community. We were the first organisation on her list Driving Miss Daisy clients can have the same driver Welfare Officer - Council Flats that she wanted to give her time. every time which is great for building relationships. Bookings are essential – call Clive today

Whanganui & Rangitikei: Lorraine Peipi-TePou Whanganui C004440 AC Win Ruffhead was one our long standing volunteers The drivers also love to catch up with the clients and and make your next outing a pleasure! Elder Abuse Response who sadly passed away last month. Win had heard will do everything possible to make the journey enjoy- Service: Sue Evans (Senior through the grapevine that volunteer receptionist able. That can be as simple as a trip to the supermar- Social Worker) Whanganui were needed back in 2002 and she enjoyed working ket or regular hairdresser appointments. Sometimes, Deidre Boyd her Friday mornings, bringing in morning tea right up it can be more adventurous and include trips further Phone: (06) 347 9100 Social Connections/ until 2016 when she retired at the age of 95 years afield; outings to the beach for a breath of fresh air or Accredited Visiting Service: Clare Fearnley Mobile: 021 503 313 young. Health Promotion: Clare Fearnley coffee with friends; anywhere the heart desires.

So a huge thank you to all our volunteers – Driving Miss Daisy is committed to helping clients get we appreciate the time you give us and the out and about, so every client can live life to the full Disclaimer: The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of Age Concern Whanganui. The inclusion community. The difference that you make in and enjoy every moment. or exclusion of any product does not mean that the people’s life is amazing and the place wouldn’t be www.drivingmissdaisy.co.nz publisher or Age Concern advocates or rejects its use. the same without you. Editorial supplied by Driving Miss Daisy 4 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people

Services Support & Advocacy • CarFit 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 other community agencies and are available to visit maximise comfort and safety. at home. • Hanging Up the Car Keys Total Mobility Scheme Planning for life after driving. Learn about the options Horizons Regional Council Assessments undertaken available in Whanganui for those no longer able to for people with disabilities to access subsidised taxi drive themselves. fares. Assessment fee applies. Health Promotion Elder Abuse Response Service Seminars and forums organised on a range of topics Our social worker is available to confidentially discuss relevant and interesting to older people. problems of suspected abuse, maltreatment or Information neglect and can assist in obtaining help. Resources Contact us for a wide variety of information on are available for distribution. available services. Call in or phone to speak with our Accredited Visiting Service reception volunteers or staff. Our co-ordinator trains and supports volunteers who Volunteer Opportunities visit those living alone in the community. Both the A number of volunteering opportunities are available: older person and the visitor enjoy the friendship that • Meals on Wheels delivery The Ryman Diff erence develops from this regular contact. • Transport & Supermarket Service Putting residents fi rst! Our winning formula for over 30 years. Supermarket Shopping (Whanganui Only) • Accredited Visiting Service Volunteers take those who have no transport to • Reception the supermarket, assist with shopping and return • CarFit them home. The service is subject to criteria and an All volunteers are given training and support. assessment fee applies. A donation to the driver for petrol is required. Membership and donations to Age Concern Fair terms Resident-focused Care options that Transport (Whanganui Only) Whanganui are appreciated and accepted. Volunteer drivers help those who have no transport Donations of $5 or more are tax deductible. The weekly fee is fi xed for the entire innovation suit your needs time you occupy your townhouse or by taking them to medical and other essential Ryman Delicious menus off er We’re dedicated to caring for you apartment, guaranteed.* appointments. The service is subject to criteria and Please contact us at: choice and freshness, our now and into your future. There are no hidden costs such as myRyman electronic care an assessment fee applies. A donation to the driver 164 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500 We provide independent living, waitlist fees, surprise move-in costs programme enables individualised for petrol is required. Phone: (06) 345 1799 and assisted living in a serviced or administration fees. And you care at the touch of a button, and Steady as You Go (SAYGo) Falls Prevention Fax: (06) 347 2334 apartment. Plus, resthome and will benefi t from one of the lowest emergency power generators in hospital care, and in most villages, A unique community based strength and balance Email: [email protected] deferred management fees in the every Ryman village centre keep specialist dementia care. exercise programme for men and women. Classes in www.acwhanganui.org.nz retirement sector, capped residents safe and warm even if Whanganui, Rangitikei and the Waimarino. at 20 percent. the lights go out. Tenants Pensioner Flats (Whanganui) & Community Housing (Rangitikei) Our welfare officer provides support to tenants of the Council Pensioner Flats and the Rangitikei District Council Community Housing. For more information about the Ryman difference Senior Driving Programme phone Maureen on 06 348 9564 or visit

Drive with confidence and share experiences. www.rymanhealthcare.co.nz *Some conditions apply • Keys to Safe Driving Go to www.facebook.com/ Improve safe driving practices and increase your knowledge of the current Road Code. Classroom ageconcernwhanganui/ based. to follow us on Facebook. Where community shapes the heart of your retirement 6 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2019 7

is coordinating the Steady As You go solution yourself. Hi everyone (SAYGo), Falls Prevention programme. I also deal with Elder Abuse. I work Welcome to our first newsletter for 2019. I have to say I enjoy visiting the groups to see how alongside my colleague Sue in this the past 3 months have flown by and hard to believe well they are doing. I am very proud role and together we help and that there are only 7 months till Christmas!!! of the Parkinson's group that started support people who may be being The year has started off busy as we would expect after the programme in January. I also abused financially, emotionally, Christmas and the New Year. I thought this might be an enjoy meeting new volunteers and psychologically, physically or being opportune time to re-introduce the team, with photo – matching them to a role that they will neglected, or they are neglecting which everyone was so excited. It is interesting when enjoy. themselves. the camera (phone) comes out then people shy away If you would like more information I love what I do and whilst it can often – and I would probably be the worst. Hopefully you will enjoy reading our newsletter and about the SAYGo, Falls Prevention be challenging and upsetting when please let me know if you have any suggestions / programme or volunteer opportunities dealing with abuse it is very Fire Safety comments. give me a call. I would love to meet rewarding knowing that a difference you! has been made in a person’s life If you are one of Whanganui’s older residents, with a Just a bit about me – I have lived because of the work that I did with Community Services Card, you may be eligible for a in Whanganui since I was 16. I Hi I am Sue and work as the senior them. free home fire safety check. You may also be eligible started volunteering at my uncle’s social worker with the Elder Abuse On a personal note I live at the beach to have a FREE long-life smoke alarm installed. rest home which lead me into and Response Service. with my husband and several animals. Age Concern Whanganui is working with Fire and caregiving for 10 years. I then started I am a volunteer Rural Emergency New Zealand on an agreement so that my career at IHC – Idea Services, I am very family oriented and enjoy Firefighter and believe it is important together we can work to improve the safety of the which spanned 22 years. Prior to my spending time with my family and to give back to the community when Whanganui community. appointment here at Age Concern friends. I like to garden and spend Michelle many hours potting around outside you can, that every person has Contact Deidre (Social Worker) at Age Concern Manager I was the manager of a Rest Home Sue – Senior a part to play in the community to and Retirement Village in Feilding. I with my wee dog. Whanganui for more information regarding an Social Worker ensure that our communities are have an 11 year old grandson, who assessment on (06) 345 1799. – EARS happy, healthy and safe for everyone. of course like all grandchildren has me wrapped around his little finger. I Kia ora everyone my name is I enjoy reading all sorts, listening As autumn approaches it is wise to start enjoy spending time with family and Lorraine. Known to the family as & dancing to music and singing, thinking ahead to winter. Make sure you get your friends, an avid reader and travelling. Mama Low or Ma. I’m a hands on and being in the present moment, writing flu injection about April or May. activity Narnie to 4 moko boys who poems and essays, tramping, artplay, Hi I’m Noeleen and I work as the live in Whanganui. I help with drop It probably seems silly to mention this as it is so administrator. I am the person swimming, volunteering, lounging in hot but if you have a wood burner it is now time off and pickups, seen at all school hot pools and being with children. that you would speak to regarding sports, help with Hui Aranga (kapa to order your lovely dry wood and get it stacked membership and payment of fees. In The world is my home, having lived away to keep it nice and dry ready for winter. Also Lorraine – haka), Kura Kaupapa activities and Clare in ten countries. At Age Concern, I my spare time I enjoy spending Social Worker Accredited get your Pellets in and put away ready for the cold Kohanga reo. co-ordinate the accredited visiting time with my family and friends. & Welfare New Year’s resolution for 2019 was Visitor & Health weather. Promotions service, organise health promotion I have a great interest in natural to step out of comfort zone and try Noeleen therapy and remedies. WDC and RDC Coordinator events and facilitate connection Admin CouncilOfficer Flats for new experiences. Thoroughly enjoyed projects. my first experience on the Whanganui 23 Dublin St, Wanganui My name is Janet Lewis, also known Awa with waka ama and signed up as "Naughty Nana" by my lovely, with Jazmine at Cross Fit. 06 348 7792 mischievous grandchildren! I like Complete Foot Care swimming, walking and planning My name is Deidre Boyd and I am a and Treatment my next holiday. Having a job that Social Worker - so what does a Social • Heel & Arch Pain also incorporates keeping fit and Worker do you may ask. What I do • Corns/Callus/Nails helping people is my ideal career. I is help people to solve problems. • Orthotics/Insoles am currently training for waka ama Janet – SAYGO Whether that be by giving you • Biomechanical Evaluation and events in the hope of disguising Deidre Social information, helping you to access • Home Visits Volunteer them as holidays in Taupo this April Worker EARS & services and supports that you are • Childrens Shoes Coordinator and Hawaii next year. My main focus Community entitled to or supporting you to find a 8 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2019 9

Shaping activities with older We invite kaumātua and seniors Alzheimers Whanganui to a 10 am cuppa We are very excited to announce the launch of people at the heart at Whanganui East Club Dementia Friends, our new outreach and awareness Strength & Balance Programme Age Concern Whanganui is keen to hear from our 101 Wakefield St programme. kaumātua and seniors: what activities would you like Wednesday March 27th WHANGANUI to take part in? Then, we can work together to make Dementia Friends learn about Dementia and the and at Churton School Library MONDAY them happen. This could be any group activities impact it has. They then make a commitment to on Thursday March 28th Christ Church Community Centre with older people at the heart, so of course they can action to help those living with dementia to live well. to exchange positive and practical ideas for 10am - 11am and 11.15am - 12.15pm include being with younger people too. Last year, I Dementia Friends choose the action or actions they activities you’d like to participate in. Masonic Court Rest Home 10.30am - 11.30am asked this question in a couple of neighbourhoods are comfortable with and able to offer. Special Olympics Hall, Peat St 10.00am - 11.00am and received some wonderful answers. Also, Clare Fearnley welcomes calls about this Dementia Friends has been informed and shaped by The Holy Family, 10am - 11.00am • Let’s make sure they’re informative and fun anytime 345 1799. the voices and input of Kiwis living with dementia. Glasgow Group, St Andrews Hall, Glasgow St – developing knowledge and skills 11am - 12pm Whether you are a schoolkid or a Chief Executive, a Rapanui Mowhanau Community Hall • At a local venue – that way we can also include Cabinet Minister or someone in between, you can be 1.30pm - 2.30pm those who don’t drive a Dementia Friend. TUESDAY • Lots of ideas around food, nutrition & cooking to increase inspiration & confidence – for example: We are inviting everyone in New Zealand to become Riverside Christian Church, 4 Ingestre St a Dementia Friend to raise awareness and build a 9.30am - 10.30am - Spare Chair Sunday (single people invited by more understanding, inclusive and supportive New Idea Services, Gonville 1.15pm - 2.15pm a local family to join a regular Sunday lunch) Zealand. WEDNESDAY - From Garden to Plate: growing veges & fruit; Faith Academy 10am - 11am food & recipe swaps To become a Dementia Friend, people complete a St James Presbyterian Church, Whanganui East - Neighbourhood monthly lunch short, online programme. The programme includes 10.30am - 11.30am - Growing & Shopping & Storing independence community a short video featuring three Kiwis living well with & Cooking for one dementia. THURSDAY - Diabetes & diet purpose fun variety caring Churton School Hall, 11am - 12noon Now we’d like to hear from more kaumātua and To find out more about becoming a Dementia Club Metro, Ridgeway St 9.30am - 10.30am seniors and also to plan to get some of these ideas trusted active support choice Friend go to www.alzheimers.org.nz and show St Lukes, 10.00am - 11.00am off the ground – if there’s enough interest. your support for people living with Dementia in Parish Hall 9.30am - 10.30am your community. St Peters Church Hall, Gonville 10.00am - 11.00am Did you know that in Whanganui District Council Editorial supplied by Alzheimers Whanganui Special Olympics Hall, Peat St 10.00am - 11.00am (2017): • residents aged 60 or older are likely to think MARTON - TUESDAY that neighbourhood community is important. Marton Bowling Club 10.00am - 11.00am • 73% of older people have lived in her for 20+ Enliven creates elder-centred communities where older HUNTERVILLE - TUESDAY years, with the potential to bring their people have companionship, choice and control, meaningful activity as well as top quality care. Scots Hall 10.45am - 11.45am considerable experience, perceptions, knowledge and contacts to this community development • Dementia affects four out of five Kiwis. RAETIHI - TUESDAY project. KOWHAINUI HOME AND VILLAGE • You can make a difference to those living with it. Elder & Care Village 10.00am - 11.00am 88 Virginia Road, • Become a Dementia Friend. Currently, the Social Connections & Health Promotion Offering independent retirement living, rest home • Help us build a community that is more BULLS - WEDNESDAY Co-ordinator at Age Concern – Clare Fearnley - is and hospital care, respite, health recovery and a understanding, more accepting of people with Bulls Friendship Hall 10.00am - 11.00am facilitating discussions and decisions about what day programme. dementia. activities older people would like to participate in. • Every action a Dementia Friend takes counts no OHAKUNE - TUESDAY Let’s begin by seeing what neighbourhood groups we ABINGDON VILLAGE matter how big or small. St James Anglican Church Hall 10.00am - 11.00am can get going! 22 Oakland Avenue, St John’s Hill, Whanganui • Learn more at www.alzheimers.org.nz Offering independent retirement living. Classes cost $3 per session. During Neighbours’ Week, we are inviting older Whanganui For more information or to enrol in a class, please contact Coordinator: Janet Lewis at Age Concern people to share your thoughts, ideas, requests and to Whanganui. Phone: (06) 345 1799 be part of shaping what happens. Free phone 0508 ENLIVEN or visit www.enlivencentral.org.nz 10 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2019 11

Information from the NZ Police Website serves to confirm that Evidence of age and identity your email address is active and ready for further 'offers'. MEMBERSHIP FORM card in New Zealand Common scams sent • Notify the spammer's Internet Service Provider (ISP). If spamming is against the ISP’s policy New Members Only Apply now for your new Kiwi Access by spam email for email account holders, the ISP may penalise AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI Inc Card at NZ Post. the sender. Get rich quick • Notify your own ISP or IT support. They may be PO Box 703, Whanganui 4540 The new Kiwi Access Card has replaced the 18+ able to advise you whether filters can be placed Card. It can be used as an evidence of age and schemes on your email programme to stop such emails. These offer opportunities to earn thousands of dollars Name:...... identity card throughout New Zealand, and is • Do not forward hoax emails. Take a common a week, but your earnings may be dependent on selling available to both NZ nationals and foreign visitors. sense approach when you receive strangely Address:...... the scheme to others. Launched by Hospitality New Zealand, the new Kiwi worded or sensationalist emails in your inbox – ...... Access Card has been created to better facilitate Nigerian fee scam if you think the email is a hoax it probably is. Do Phone:...... access to goods and services for everyone in New This long-running scam offers you a percentage of your friends a favour and don't pass them on. • Unless the email is from a known and trusted Email:...... Zealand. It is the ideal means of identification if you millions of dollars in exchange for an up-front fee and source, do not open attachments or click do not have a valid passport and/or driver licence. letting the sender use your bank account to transfer the Ethnicity: Age Group: on links, as these can infect your computer with There have been no changes in the process to obtain funds from where they are currently held. The Nigerian o NZ European o 60 - 69 yrs letter has many variations, and despite its name can malicious programs. a card. Applications for the new Kiwi Access Card are o NZ Maori o 70 - 79 yrs come from anywhere in the world. For information on • Think twice about emails from trusted sources available now and can be made via NZ Post. You can similar scams, visit the Consumer website. but are ‘Forwards’ of joke or chain letter types, o Pasifika o 80 - 89 yrs pick up the application form from your local NZ Post these can also be dangerous. o Other o 90 - 99 yrs outlet, or doTo apply for your Kiwi Access Card you Prize notifications More information ______o 100 + yrs will need: These tell you that you have won a prize in a lottery • A passport-sized photograph. If you don’t you haven't entered. But you have to pay money to Visit the Department of Internal Affairs anti-spam web have one you can get one taken at selected the operators before they will release the money. page. Individual Member: o New o Renew $20.00 For information on scams running in New Zealand visit PostShops (for a fee) when you apply. For information on similar cases, see the Consumer Corporate Member: $100.00 Protection website. the Consumer Protection website. • Proof of your address. For information on protecting yourself from online Donation: $______• Photo ID to prove who you are, this can be Internet auction scams trading scams, visit the TradeMe Trust & Safety Blog. TOTAL: cash / cheque / internet $______your: In these scams offenders use stolen credit card Report your concerns about online incidents • 18+ Card or Kiwi Access Card (current or has numbers to buy high price items or sell bulk items then including spam messages, online traders, Please tick if you require a receipt: o expired less than two years ago) take the money and run. In many cases the fraudsters objectionable material, privacy breaches, scams and • Passport (current or has expired less than are based overseas. Visit the Consumer NZ website to frauds through Netsafe's The Orb website. Westpac account - 030791-0454649-00 two years ago) see a report on online auctions. If you are making an internet payment please • New Zealand driver licence (current or has Phishing email your details to: [email protected] or expired less than two years ago) Phishing attacks use 'spoof' emails post this form to PO Box 703, Whanganui 4540 • Firearms licence (current or has expired less and fraudulent websites designed than two years ago) to fool recipients into divulging • Certificate of identity(issued under the personal financial data such as OFFICE USE ONLY: Passports Act 1992) (current or has expired credit card numbers, social security less than two years ago) numbers, bank and other account o Receipt issued o Database updated usernames and passwords. By • Refugee travel document (issued by or for the o Thank you letter o Deposit date hijacking the trusted brands of well- New Zealand Government) (current or has known banks, online retailers and expired less than two years ago) credit card companies, phishers are If you do not have one of these, you can still apply able to convince up to five percent PLEASE SUPPORT – you need someone who can prove you are over of recipients to respond to them. For more information see the Anti- 18 and some other form of identification, like your Phishing Working Group website. OUR ADVERTISERS birth certificate. Check step 5.1 of the application Their support enables the production of this form for a list of what other form of identification is How to protect yourself newsletter, so please support them. acceptable against scam email Information from Kiwi Access Website • Do not reply. A reply only 12 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2019 13

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Petition Presented Tuesday, 19 February 2019 Find and circle all of the words that are hidden in the grid. Press Release: New Zealand First Party The remaining 27 letters spell a Lady Bird Johnson quote. New Zealand First MP, Jenny Marcroft has tabled a

petition with over 13,000 signatures to Parliament THE CHARLES & to establish a Commissioner for the Elderly to ensure VERA THRUSH our seniors are protected. This petition had been CHARITABLE TRUST spearheaded and presented by media personality, Mark Sainsbury. St Laurences Social Services Trust “I am pleased to table this petition on behalf of thousands of concerned New Zealanders. This petition appeals for a Commissioner to champion the rights of the elderly in the same way the Children's Commissioner advocates for young people,” says Ms

Whanganui Marcroft. He Manaakitanga Kaumātua “I understand that many have had terrible experiences and some of the stories which I have Form of Bequest heard have horrified me.” Take or send to your Legal Advisor for Mr Sainsbury’s crusade began when a listener incorporation in your Will. told him about how she believed her father was being neglected in his rest home. A flood of similar “I give and bequeath the sum of allegations followed leading him to believe that something more needed to be done. Mr Sainsbury $______(or) ______% of my has listened to numerous anecdotes of elderly abuse estate, (or) residue of my estate, (or) property or and neglect across the country on his talkback show assets as follows: and decided to take action. ______“I am delighted that Mr Sainsbury, who has advocated for seniors so passionately, has empowered me to present this petition,” Ms Marcroft ______added.

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______ANNUALS GARDEN ORGANIC SEEDS BEANS GERANIUMS PEAS SHOVEL ______BEETS GLOVES PERENNIAL SOIL Staying at home in your later years is now an affordable BIENNIAL GNOME PETUNIAS SPADE ______and safe option thanks to BROCCOLI GREENHOUSE PINWHEEL SUNSHINE the care and support Care ______on Call provides. CARROTS GROW PITCH TOMATOES From a couple of hours of COMPOST HOES FORK TROWEL help around the home per ______week to full time care Care CULTIVATE HORTICULTURE PLANTING TULIPS on Call has experienced, free of all charges, to Age Concern Whanganui. trained and thoroughly DAISIES HOSE RAIN VEGETABLES screened carers available to [email protected] DIGGING HYDRANGEA RAKE WATER The official receipt of the Chief Executive or cater to your unique needs. [email protected] other authorised officer of the Trustee shall be a FERTILIZER LILACS RELAXING WEEDS Please call us or visit our website 08000800 93369 0 0636 11 sufficient discharge to my executors”. for more information. www.careoncall.co.nz FLOWERS LILIES ROSES WHEELBARROW

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Our facility offers the very best of hospital/resthome care

• 60 Beds • Hospital / Resthome Level Care • Van for outings • Extensive diversional activity programmes for residents • Situated on overlooking Wanganui City • Set in park like grounds • Earthquake strengthened • Privately owned and operated

2 Virginia Road, St Johns Hill, Wanganui Please feel free to call with any queries Phone: (06) 348 1500 Email: [email protected]

Sue Walker - Facility Manager Jo Green - Clinical Team Leader