Age Concern Whanganui Issue 1 2020 Autumn
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AUTUMN 2020 QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER www.acwhanganui.org.nz Whanganui He Manaakitanga Kaumātua Age Concern Whanganui Serving the needs of older people Happy Easter For advertising phone Dave 027 652 5220 or email [email protected] A Kiwi Publications Limited publication | www.kiwipublications.co.nz | Please refer to website for disclaimer 2 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2020 3 Have a Driving Contact Information From the Chair YOU’VE GOT A FRIEND Miss Daisy It’s a privilege to chair the Age Concern Whanganui Phone: (06) 345 1799 Fax: (06) 347 2334 Board and to experience first-hand the workings of Companionship is at the heart of the Driving Miss experience with us. Email: [email protected] this amazing organization established in Whanganui Daisy service. It’s the relationship that develops between our Daisy drivers and their clients that Address: 164 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500 over 40 years ago. It is rewarding being part of the makes our business so rewarding. Postal Address: PO Box 703, Whanganui 4540 decision-making which benefits and helps many local elderly people. There are many happy and sad Now celebrating 10 years of business our clients are experiences which are backed up by the tremendous evolving with how they use our service, which is a OFFICE HOURS work of Michelle (our Manager) and her team. direct result of the companionship that is unique to 9.00am - 3.30pm Monday to Friday We feel it’s about time the “Age Concern Whanganui” the Driving Miss Daisy Service. profile/awareness was raised. I have discovered so many people don’t know what we do, where to find The business originated to empower the elderly, us, or what services are available. I trust by now you to give you the freedom to live independently by Board Members will have noticed our promotional posters which have offering a companion driving service that would be been put up around town in appropriate places like reliable, trusted and affordable. We saw how the Chairperson: Jan Bullen Doctors rooms etc. Also enhancing our profile is the elderly could still “be in charge” as they went about Duty Chairperson: Wendall Hart new signage on our building, and our new car with our their daily errands of shopping and being on time Keep your independence and Secretary: Helen Bourne logo. This will enable the staff to travel into our rural for appointments knowing one of our Daisies would Members: Graham Adams areas more safely. I wonder how many saw our advert always be by their side. freedom with our safe, reliable Diana Doyle on the electronic sign board at the corner of Dublin companion driving service. Keri-Anne Hawira Today people ask what has changed in 10 years. Street and Victoria Ave. This is all good positive stuff. We can drive and accompany you to: Jo Thomson Well, we are now successfully operating across the Josh Chandulal-Mackay We have a variety of fun activities planned throughout country with over 250 fabulous Daisy cars on the • Medical and other appointments Jackie Plumridge the year, which members will be invited to and notified road. about. Some are fundraising, and others just an • Family/social occasions enjoyable get- together. We can look forward to a We are very grateful to the many who have supported • Shopping trips Staff couple of film afternoons during the dreary winter us like ACC, NZTA and numerous Regional Councils months, just to cheer us up. I’ll see you there! • Scenic drives Manager: Michelle Malcolm who accredited us under their Total Mobility Scheme, We are always looking for volunteers and new which provides half price fares up to certain limits on • Take your pets to the vet Administrator: Noeleen Voice members so please don’t be complacent. The success numerous trips for many of you on our service. • Airport drop-offs and pick ups Volunteer Coordination/ of Age Concern Whanganui depends on each and However the biggest change we are seeing are the Steady As You Go: Janet Lewis everyone of us. Ask your neighbours, friends and Total Mobility Scheme cards accepted Daisy Experiences. Every aging expert especially relations; it maybe just the friendship, kindness and and ACC approved provider. Senior Social Worker/Elder those involved with dementia are in agreement that caring that they are looking for in order to help us. Abuse Response Service: Sue Evans maintaining our social networks helps maintain not Bookings are essential – call Clive today and make your next outing a pleasure! Take care, keep warm and healthy this winter. Whanganui C004440 AC Wellbeing Officer - Council only our physical health but helps reduce the risk of Flats Whanganui & depression. Rangitikei: Jan Bullen Lorraine Peipi-TePou Daisy Experiences offer endless possibilities. From Whanganui Community Social Worker/ trips to revisit places we once knew so well, to a drive Phone: (06) 347 9100 Mobility Assessments: Deidre Boyd in the country, to getting friends together for a café outing, an event or simply just getting out and about, Mobile: 021 503 313 Accredited Visiting Service/ it’s all good for you. Health Promotion: Clare Fearnley Talk to your local Daisy or call us to find Disclaimer: The views expressed in this newsletter are not out how we can help you stay social, Go to www.facebook.com/ necessarily those of Age Concern Whanganui. The inclusion active and independent. or exclusion of any product does not mean that the ageconcernwhanganui/ www.drivingmissdaisy.co.nz publisher or Age Concern advocates or rejects its use. to follow us on Facebook. Editorial supplied by Driving Miss Daisy 4 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people Services RYMAN Support & Advocacy - CarFit Our community workers can provide support and Our trained technicians highlight your car’s assistance, advice on available services, liaise with safety features and check the ‘fit’ of your vehicle other community agencies and are available to visit to maximise comfort and safety PIONEERS at home. - Hanging Up the Car Keys Total Mobility Scheme Planning for life after driving. Learn about the Horizons Regional Council Assessments undertaken options available in Whanganui for those no for people with disabilities to access subsidised taxi longer able to drive themselves. fares. Assessment fee applies. Health Promotion Peace of mind 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: RELAX, YOU’RE GOOD older person and the visitor enjoy the friendship that • Meals on Wheels delivery develops from this regular contact. • Transport & Supermarket Service Supermarket Shopping (Wanganui Only) • Accredited Visiting Service Volunteers take those who have no transport to • Reception A big reason why people choose a Ryman the supermarket, assist with shopping and return • CarFit village over the others, is knowing we have them home. The service is subject to criteria and an All volunteers are given training and support. everything from independent and assisted assessment fee applies. A donation to the driver for Membership and donations to Age Concern living to a full range of care options, so if you petrol is required. Whanganui are appreciated and accepted. Transport (Whanganui Only) ever need it, it’s there for you. It’s another Donations of $5 or more are tax deductible. Volunteer drivers help those who have no transport example of how we’re pioneering a new way by taking them to medical and other essential Please contact us at: of living for a new retirement generation. appointments. The service is subject to criteria and 164 St Hill Street, Whanganui 4500 an assessment fee applies. A donation to the driver Phone: (06) 345 1799 Fax: (06) 347 2334 for petrol is required. Email: [email protected] Steady as You Go (SAYGo) Falls Prevention www.acwhanganui.org.nz A unique community based strength and balance exercise programme for men and women. Classes in A huge thanks to Superbly located in St Johns Hill, Whanganui, Rangitikei and the Waimarino. Liam and his team at Jane Winstone village is named in Tenants Pensioner Flats (Whanganui) & Community Wanganui Car Centre for honour of a pioneering aviator who Housing (Rangitikei) set the standard for others to follow. Our staff provide support to tenants of the their continued sponsorship and Whanganui District Council Pensioner Flats and the support with the purchase of our new Nissan Note. Our little Rangitikei District Council Community Housing. Call Louise for more details. Senior Driving Programme white Suzuki had seen it’s last days and we had Drive with confidence and share experiences. to purchase another vehicle. Liam and his team - Keys to Safe Driving found us our new car – many thanks to the JANE WINSTONE VILLAGE Improve safe driving practices and increase 49 Oakland Ave, St Johns Hill, 06 348 9564 your knowledge of the current Road Code. Classroom based. rymanhealthcare.co.nz 1167 6 AGE CONCERN WHANGANUI | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2020 7 Hi everyone, Autumn is upon us already; I hope you Who’s Really Calling? Beware Here is what people need to know: all had an enjoyable summer with the extremely hot 1. 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