Alzheimersrotoruanonprofitorganisation 3

Alzheimers Rotorua

Ofﬁcial Publication of Alzheimers Rotorua Sharing 1st Floor, Rotorua Community Health Hub, 1172 Haupapa Street, Rotorua 3010 PO Box 645, Rotorua 3040 Phone: (07) 349 0053 Email: [email protected] the Caring www.alzheimers.org.nz Summer 2016

A Pukeko Print & Design Ltd publication. For advertising phone Monique (07) 577 9092 or email [email protected] x www.pukekoprint.co.nz x Please refer to website for disclaimer Page 2 Page 3 Alzheimers Society Rotorua Available Resources Monday to Friday Message from the Message from the Carol Fisher - Chairperson The Community Liaison Service is available to: Margaret Baker - Secretary Chairperson Community Liaison Workers • Inform you on services available to you in the Board Members community. Well done to Rotorua Lakes District Council; they Conference report Lee Lyons, Gail Edwards, Cathy Le Vaillant, • Educate you and your family about Alzheimers have facilitated the formation of a Community Two staff attended the 19th Alzheimers New Zealand Runa Morrison, Judy Timms Disease and related disorders. Steering group which will work together to enable a Conference in Wellington from 3 - 5 November 2016, • Support you in your role as a caregiver. Community Liaison Officers dementia-friendly community in Rotorua. along with approx. 360 others, including groups from • Advocate for you with other Support Agencies in Japan, Indonesia, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan and Elaine Fox, Lynne Luke, Shirley Hatch the community. The group includes people caring for family members key speakers from New York, UK and Australasia. Activities Coordinator • Educate rest home staff and other care providers. living with dementia, as well as people working in • Provide Living With Memory Loss Programme for Two and a half days full of stimulating lectures Jean Hunter the health and community sectors. So far a number Carers. of ideas for how to make this town a dementia- and workshops dispensed to us new information, Office Administrators friendly community have been generated. Initial successful ideas, inspiring personal stories, Margaret Baker - Treasurer Educational Material activities identified include sharing information about innovative projects and research results that Christine Ashe - Administrator • Alzheimer’s Disease Fact Sheets dementia with networks and surveying people living engender hope of a better life with a dementia • Dementia Books with dementia to identify their community action diagnosis. Running through many sessions was the Gratefully acknowledging our • Personal Care Books priorities. theme of Human Rights being applied to all aspects • Books / DVDs / Videos to borrow of dementia care. This was a most worthwhile Sponsors: We encourage as many people as possible to conference, well organized with world class speakers. Office Hours (for providing the Our hours are Monday to Friday 9.00am until complete the survey via the following link. Carers We have gained ideas for potential services and venue for our Carer can also complete this on behalf of a person with programs that could benefit our Rotorua clients Support meetings) 4.00pm, or leave a message on our call minder. and are very thankful to Christine Hobbs and the dementia: Articles from this newsletter may be reproduced www.rotorualakescouncil.nz/Rotorua2030/ ‘Rowing for Ray’ rowers for their sponsorship of our providing the source is acknowledged as the portfolios/people/Pages/default.aspx attendance. Alzheimer’s Society Rotorua Newsletter. Raising public awareness about dementia also Visit to the Neurological greatly helps to de-stigmatise the condition. Foundation This month two of our staff members attended the We recently had the opportunity to visit the Lakeland Disabilities Alzheimers NZ National Conference in Wellington. Neurological Foundation of New Zealand Human Support Trust Forums such as these always provide opportunities Brain Bank at the Centre for Brain Research, to improve knowledge, highlight good practice University of Auckland. and enable invaluable networking opportunities. Ultimately this helps us to continue improving our We were fortunate to be able to spend valuable time services for people in the Rotorua area. with Dr Maurice Curtis, Deputy Director at the Brain Bank then shown through their world class facilities Best Wishes for the Holiday Season. by Marika Eszes Technical Manager. Tissue from the human brain is used by many Warm Regards researchers for research on neurogenerative VisionWest Baptist Homecare offers a wide range of high quality services to ensure you, or your loved one, diseases some of these are; Alzheimers, Parkinson’s, can enjoy life in home. By contacting us you truly are Carol Fisher Huntington’s, Stroke and Motor Neurone. To be Chairperson Connecting to Care. useful for research, a brain must arrive at the bank VisionWest Baptist Homecare operates in and within 24 hours of the donor’s death and then around Rotorua. undergoes processing for 2 weeks. Don’t limit your challenges. Freephone: 0800 222 040 Challenge your limits. What impressed us was that the bequest of human Email: [email protected] brain tissue is treated with the most utmost respect www.homecare.org.nz From the team at Alzheimers Rotorua and dignity.

Making life better for all people affected by dementia x Kia piki te ora mo ngā tāngata mate pōrewarewa Making life better for all people affected by dementia x Kia piki te ora mo ngā tāngata mate pōrewarewa Page 4 Page 5

should look to our internal biological clock’s idea of Activity Newsletter midnight. In other words, it’s best to get some sleep Cuppas for a cause Regular Activities: before the point in the daily cycle where the body is Throughout the month of September, (World running at its slowest pace. This ‘biological midnight’ Alzheimers month) we were fortunate to be invited to HAMURANA - OUTING AND PICNIC host several Cuppas for a Cause. AFTERWARDS occurs not at 12am, but somewhere between 3am Whare Aroha had a live band, which we happily sang Where: and 4am. The average sleeper will have been asleep Meet at the Hamurana Carpark and danced to. It was amazing to see the enjoyment When: for 4-5 hours before reaching this point. This ensures 2pm Tuesday 29th November 2016 and reaction from the residents, and proved that Cost: that a greater proportion of the night’s deep-sleep Bring your own picnic music is very beneficial for people with dementia. With: Jean phases - where our recovery processes are especially effective - occur before this low point. HEMO ROAD, ROTORUA (BEGINNING FROM THE TE The village residents at both Redwood and The MYTH: Older people need significantly less sleep. PUIA CAR PARK) AND COFFEE AFTERWARDS Gardens held an afternoon tea with delicious treats REALITY: Large normative sleep studies show that Christmas Carols Where: Meet at the carved gateway to eat. Lynne gave a short presentation about older people average around seven hours’ sleep per When: 1pm Tuesday 6th December 2016 dementia and answered questions. night. From the age of 30 onwards, we wake up more We are planning to hold a Christmas Cost: $coffee often due to biological and hormonal changes as we - themed Church Service, on With: Jean age. Sunday 11th December 2.30pm at We are keen to get out into the community, and raise awareness of dementia. ROTORUA MUSEUM EXHIBITION - DA VINCI MYTH: The bedroom should be cold. the Rotorua Salvation Army Church MACHINES AND ROBOTS. COFFEE AFTERWARDS REALITY: To ensure a good night’s sleep, keep (cnr Old Taupo Road Hillcrest If you belong to a group or club and you would like us Where: Meet outside the Museum your bedroom at around 18C. However, choose Avenue). Their Salvation Army brass to speak, then let the office know and we would be When: 2pm Tuesday 13th December 2016 appropriate covers or use a hot water bottle as band will be in attendance. The 60 happy to arrange. Cost: $coffee being too cold can prevent you from getting a good With: Jean night’s sleep. That doesn’t mean you should shut the minute service will focus entirely on windows tight, though, as stale air with lower levels traditional Carols A generous amount of money was raised to assist us If you would like to attend any of the listed events, of oxygen will tend to impair the restorative effect of with our day to day costs. please contact Jean on the Tuesday prior, or leave a sleep. Thank you all. message on our answer phone 349 0053. Come along with family and friends, MYTH: A full moon disturbs sleep. whanau and enjoy the community REALITY: A surprising number of people believe that event. For further enquiries contact 8 Myths About Sleep a full moon has an effect on their sleep. However, Debunking common untruths to help you get a good data gathered by sleep scientists shows that this is our office on 349 0053. night’s rest. simply not the case.

MYTH: You must sleep right through the night. MYTH: Exercise in the evening helps you sleep. REALITY: No-one sleeps all night long. Even people REALITY: This myth originates in the fact that being who feel they sleep well wake about 30 times a physically tired does indeed help you sleep. Yet night - with these periods of arousal lasting no more exercise serves to stimulate the body and increase Pukeko Print & Design than three minutes each and having no effect on the body temperature, so exercising just before you go We can provide you with a range of restorative action of sleep. Problems only begin when to bed is not a good idea. Allow your body to rest for print and design services. we are repeatedly aware of being awake and find at least two hours after exercise before going to bed. ourselves unable to get back to sleep. The same goes for focused mental activity. Visit our website or call us today! MYTH: You must get eight hours of sleep. MYTH: TV helps you sleep. 69 Lake Road, Ohinemutu, Rotorua REALITY: According to the Australian Sleep Health REALITY: Despite the fact that many people nod off Foundation, most adults need on average between Phone: (07) 349 6633 Fax: (07) 349 6622 while watching tv, the truth is that the sound and Email: [email protected] seven and nine hours a night, while some people’s flickering light reach the brain even after we have Phone (07) 577 9092 [email protected] individual requirements fall a little outside this range. fallen asleep, preventing us from achieving healthy Free Dementia drop off service deep sleep. Devices such as laptops, tablets and MYTH: The best sleep is before midnight. phones are even worse. They make noises and give where caring counts REALITY: Rather than the clock striking 12, we www.pukekoprint.co.nz off light and you’re tempted to check them.

Travelling With Dementia Wandering the house to avoid bumps, falls or disorientation. This is stressful for most people, but can be more so A person with dementia may not remember his or Wandatrack pendants are a GPS pendant which is for the person with dementia. her name or address and can become disorientated, worn around the neck or can be sewn into a jacket even in familiar places. or coat. The pendant can be tracked if the person There are many positives about travelling including Tips to prevent wandering: is reported missing. Alzheimers Rotorua has a friendships and new experiences; there is no reason • Provide supervision partnership with Rotorua Search and Rescue to to stop doing the things you enjoy. If travelling by • Having a routine can provide structure allocate these. The tracker offers carers and families air, try to avoid long-haul flights if possible. When • Ensure all basic needs are met; is she or he peace of mind, and are community funded. planning your trip, ask your travel agent to request thirsty or hungry? Does the person need to go to If you require a tracking pendant for someone you passenger assistance, for example: a person using a the bathroom? CPAC machine requires distilled water. care for, contact Elaine at Alzheimers Rotorua on If night wandering is a problem, restrict fluids prior to 349 0053.

WIKARAKA ST Usually people using a wheelchair are first on and bedtime. A good idea is to have night lights around disembark last. Always allow plenty of time and try to spend time in a quiet part of the airport. A good TAUI ST idea is to leave the prescription back with your usual Donations play an essential part in the funding of the Alzheimers Society Rotorua,

New Zealand pharmacy and take a copy with you. Travel during the Trustees and the services we provide. Donations are also tax deductible. Association 2013 day that is best for the person with dementia. TRUST OF THE YEAR 2013

NGONGOTAHA RD Check your travel insurance policy to see what is Name:...... covered in the event of an emergency. Take a list of any food allergies, a copy of legal papers (advanced Telephone:...... directive, power of attorney, etc.). Address:...... Ten Warning Signs of Dementia Donation $...... (Thank you very much) 1. Recent memory loss that affects daily life Send to: The Treasurer, Alzheimers Society Rotorua, PO Box 645, Rotorua 3040 2. Difficulty performing regular tasks Donations can be made electronically by either going to: www.givealittle.co.nz/org/alzheimersrotoruanonprofitorganisation 3. Problems with language or by paying online banking to: Alzheimers Society Rotorua - Account No.: 030415-0438004-00 4. Disorientation of time and place Please put your name in ‘Particulars’ and the word “Donation” in ‘References’ so you can be receipted. 5. Decreased or poor judgement 6. Problems with abstract thinking 7. Misplacing things Bequests 8. Changes in mood or behaviour You may like to help our Society by making a bequest in your will: 9. Changes in personality The appropriate clause is as follows 10. Loss of initiative I BEQUEATH to ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY ROTORUA for the general purpose of the society the sum of If you or someone close to you are experiencing any $……………...... free of all duties payable at my death and I declare that the receipt of the said of these signs, talk to your doctor. Treasurer for the said Alzheimers Society Rotorua shall be full and sufficient discharge for my trustees Always do your best. for the payment of such Bequest. What you plant now, When you have read this newsletter, please pass it on to someone else, you will harvest later. or leave it in your Doctor’s, Dentist’s or Lawyers waiting room.

Concert in Rotorua WIN a double pass to the Waltz of my Heart 7th February 2017, 11am show by simply filling in the details below and P: 0508 266 237 (toll free) posting to Pukeko Print & Design, 927 Cameron Road, Gate Pa, Tauranga 3112, by the 30th E: [email protected] January 2017 to go into the draw W: www.daytimeconcerts.co.nz Name______Sue, John, Bonnie, violinist Jess and Paul on piano Phone Number______celebrate the waltz with famous songs in the tradition Alternatively email your details to: of Strauss, Lehar, Romberg and Andre Rieu. [email protected] and quote ALZROT 4/16

Health & Care

Making a difference in health & care. At Bupa we provide quality health and care throughout New Zealand. We provide personalised advice and services at our care homes, retirement villages, medical alarms, rehabilitation and dental sites.

0800 60 80 99

bupa.co.nz

Making life better for all people affected by dementia x Kia piki te ora mo ngā tāngata mate pōrewarewa