Community Notices
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20. Otago Careers Festival - May 2010
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Free education sessions for patients with Diabetes
Well Dunedin PHO is offering FREE education sessions for patients of Well Dunedin General Practices who have diabetes or impaired glucose tolerance). Each education series is a block of 4 one and a half hour sessions over a 4 week period. Each session is run by a different health professional/expert and there is no more than 15 people per class. For further information on when the next series starts please ask at your General Practice.
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- Mosgiel Ability Resource Centre, Green Street, Mosgiel
Tuesdays 1.00pm – 2.00pm
Brochures, books, videos and support are also available from our office.
Otago Asthma Society, Dunedin Community House, Cnr Moray Place and Great King Streets, PO Box 5494,Dunedin. Phone 03 471 6168; Email otagoasthma@xtra.co.nz. Our office hours are 9.00am - 12.00md Mon-Fri
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SuperGrans Dunedin Charitable Trust
"Helping people help themselves"
SuperGrans Dunedin are looking for volunteers. Their aim is to teach life skills ie. cooking, house keeping techniques, budgeting, menu planning, anything to do with running a home.
SuperGrans are mature people who work on a volunteer basis.
If you want to become a SuperGran or a Grandad please contact them on 03 474 0582 or email; supergrans.dunedin@xtra.co.nz
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Dunedin City Healthy Homes Programme – Energywise Home Grants
EECA's EnergyWise home grants programme funds improvements to insulation and other energy efficiency measures of homes throughout the country. Who will be eligible for the grant or interest free loan? Homeowner/occupier has a current Community Services Card,Home was built prior to 1978, High user of the health system, People with health problems such as asthma and other respiratory illnesses are also targeted (in some projects) because of the significant health benefits insulation provides Core improvements include: adding ceiling and/or underfloor insulation and draught-proofing doors, hot water cylinder wrap, pipe lagging. For more information contact: Ph 0800 358 676
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Your Lifestyle, Your Health - Thursday 13 May 2010
Free health checks for a healthy life!
Offered by student doctors of the University of Otago Faculty of Medicine
Where and When: Glenroy Auditorium, 9.00am - 5.00pm Thursday 13th March 2010.
If you would like more information and to book a time for your FREE health check, please contact:
Margaret Sykes
University of Otago
Ph: 479 7957
Email: margaret.sykes@otago.ac.nz
Download further information here
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Dunedin Sexual Health Clinic
The Dunedin Sexual Health Clinic is located at Dunedin Hospital, Frederick Street entrance (part of Public Health South, Otago District Health Board) and offers a confidential, non-judgemental, quality service for people of all ages, cultures, genders, and sexual orientations. Sexual health is a broad term that incorporates physical health, relationships, sexual behaviours and emotional wellbeing which are reflected in our free services. These services are provided by male and female staff and include, but are not limited to education, diagnosis and treatment of STI, cervical smears, emergency contraception (ECP), contraception advice, and short term counselling for individuals and couples. So see us for all your disease needs!:)
For an appointment, phone 470 9780
Dunedin Sexual Health Clinic
Private Bag 1921
Dunedin
Fax: 470 9781
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Are you interested in helping improve the quality of llife for whanua living with disability?
Kaupapa Whānau of Māori with Disabilities, Carers, Kaumatua and Support People
The Māori Development Research Centre (MDRC) in association with the Donald Beasley Institute and the Aotearoa Māori Whānau Carers Network are hoping that you will join with us to form a kaupapa whānau of people interested in helping to improve the quality of life for whānau living with disability.
The overall aim is to advise the Ministry of Health and Health Research Council on the directions they should take to make our lives healthier. They are asking for our help and we think that we, the whānau living with disability and hose supporting people with disabilities, should give it to them. We hope you think so too and will want to join the kaupapa whānau.
First on the kaupapa whānau agenda is to wananga together to discuss the health and disability strategies of the Ministry of Health and how they affect Māori with disabilities and their whānau. Do the Māori health strategies and action plans work for whānau living with disability? What is working well and why? What needs to improve and how?
We will be holding a one-day wananga in twelve regions around the country to discuss these weighty but important matters together. DUNEDIN Tues 24th March, 9.30am-3pm at Arai Te Uru Whare Hauora, 245 Stuart St, Dunedin.
If you are interested or want to know more, please contact one of the MDRC research team on 07 858 2047 or email info@mdrc.co.nzor or fill out the form on the website at http://www.mdrc.co.nz/info_page.php?info_id=103.
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Autumn Forum - A Forum for Mental Health Needs Assessment & Service Coordination
The forum has run for many years in the South and is now attended by personnel from the North Island. With about 45 participants there is opportunity for sharing information and skills and for ongoing education.
When: 10am 6th May to 2.00pm Friday 7 May 2010, including a social gathering on Thursday evening.
Where: Latimer Hotel, Latimer Square, Christchurch
Programme: Presentations of interest and opportunities for sharing and discussion. Offers of contributions and presentations still welcome.
Download further information here
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Plunket Coffee / Playgroups
Groups may or may not run during the school holidays depending on the supervisors of these groups – just ask the contact person. Gold coin donation only.
Mondays:
South City Plunket Play/coffee group morning: 10am – 11.30. Take the lift opposite the Chemist in the mall, upstairs. All welcome, gold coin Donation. Jeanette 4543866
Tuesdays:
Mornington Plunket Playgroup: 9.30-11.30. Church Hall on the corner of Whitby and Galloway Sts. $1 per child for morning tea. Sarah 4536602
Green Island Plunket playgroup at the Plunket Rooms.1.30pm Judy 4883 197 $1 Donation
German speaking parent group: 3.30pm Andersons Bay Plunket Clinic, Karola 456 2556
Wednesdays:
Green Island Plunket playgroup at the Plunket Rooms 10.30pm
Judy 4883 197 $1 Donation
Thursdays:
Andersons Bay Plunket Play/coffee group; 10 – 11.30am. Behind the bus shelter at the bottom of Silverton St. Kate 4877 545
Fathers playgroup: Andersons Bay Plunket Clinic. 1.30pm
Andrew 4544 973
Concord Plunket Playgroup: 9.30-11am. Concord Plunket rooms.
Judy 4883197 $1 Donation
Fridays:
Andersons Bay Plunket Play/coffee group; 3.30– 5pm. Behind the bus shelter at the bottom of Silverton St. Karola 456 2556.
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Do you have diabetes?
157,000 New Zealanders have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes New Zealand supports people with diabetes throughout the country.
Achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight is important to help prevent or manage Type 2 diabetes. Find out if you are a healthy body weight with this Body Mass Index (BMI) Chart ...BMI Chart (Body Mass Index) (PDF, 135KB).
Find out if you have a high risk of having or developing diabetes - Are you at risk? (PDF, 123KB). Take the right steps and stay healthy. Phone 0800 369 636 to join Diabetes New Zealand or your local diabetes society.
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Autism NZ Inc - Otago Branch Monthly Meeting
At 8pm, on the 4th Tuesday of each month, at Nations Christian Church, 334 King Edward Street, South Dunedin. Guest speakers and support for families and individuals with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Any enquires please phone - (leave a message) 03 474-9640
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Free Breast Screening
Did you know that...
- Free breast screening for women aged 45 to 69 years is provided by the national breast screening programme, BreastScreen Aotearoa.
- The aim of breast screening is to find very small cancers before a lump can be found on the breast. Early treatment has the best chance of success.
- Breast cancer is the most common cancer in New Zealand women.
- The risk of developing breast cancer increases with age. Breast cancer is uncommon in women under 50.
- For older women, breast screening using mammography (breast x-rays) followed by appropriate treatment is the best way of reducing the chance of dying from breast cancer.
If you live in Otago and Southland your Lead Provider is BreastScreen HealthCare Ph: 0800 270 200. HealthCare Otago Ltd, Dunedin Hospital, Ground Floor, Corner Frederick and Cumberland Streets, Dunedin
Mammography Screening Units - Dunedin Hospital and Southland Hospital.
Assessment centres - Assessment of women following an abnormal mammogram will be carried out at Dunedin Hospital and Southland Hospital.
Making an appointment - If are you are 45 to 69 years old and have been screened with BreastScreen Aotearoa before, you will get a letter inviting you for another mammogram with the programme. You can also make an appointment for yourself by ringing 0800 270 200. You should also ring this number if you have changed your address since your last mammogram.
All other women aged 45 to 69 who do not have breast symptoms can register for the programme by ringing 0800 270 200, or you register for the programme on-line.
Click here to register for BreastScreen Aotearoa.
Having a mammogram if you are disabled
Women are usually asked when making an appointment if they have any special needs due to a disability. If you are not asked, tell the person making the appointment about your needs. This enables the service to plan for the visit, including allowing more time.
Although mobile units have a wheelchair hoist, women with physical disabilities are encouraged to attend a clinic as clinics are better able to provide access, allow more time and accommodate carers.
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The Dunedin Multi Ethnic Council
This Dunedin Multi Ethnic Council has been set up to bring people from different ethnic groups/communities together. Through their multi-cultural makeup, the group thrives on the objective of diversity. They meet on a monthly basis, organise community events, and cultural festivals, advocate and support new migrants. 6th Floor DCC Building, 50 The Octagon. Phone: (03) 474 3687
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Yoga for People With Limited Mobility
Suitable for those with back problems, MS or ME, awaiting hip replacements and for larger people and those in a wheelchair.
Tutor: Jenny Haydon.
Wednesday: 6pm-7pm
Cost: $45.00 for 1 term, $85 for 2 terms, $145 for whole year
Contact: Mark Anderson, Ph: 477 3586
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DARE Foundation - Skills for Life
The local Dunedin Branch of DARE is offering the chance to participate in two DARE programs:
‘DARE to be You’ aims to help build and reinforce young peoples own sense of who they are - their own unique skills and qualities - and also encourages them to look beyound their own lives, to develop empathy for the people immediately around them.
‘DARE to Support Your Kids’ is a programme designed to assist families to enhance relationships and communicaiton with young people, and gain up to date information about alcohol, drugs and related issues. Its key aim is to educate families about the dangers associated with the use and misuse of common drugs.
If you are interested in attending a workshop or know of a young person that may benefit from the programme, please send an email to daredunedin@hotmail.com or contact Karen Hodgkinson, the DARE coordinator. on 03) 4714861. Further information can be found at www.dare.org.nz
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Diabetes Supermarket Tours
Run by a NZ Registered Dietitian
For bookings contact: Diabetes Otago 03 474 0240
Cost $6.50pp
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Planning a trip around New Zealand?
Thanks to TSB Bank, travellers with mobility needs have the use of free scooters in Wellington, Christchurch and New Plymouth. Some of the scooters, available at popular city council locations in each area, are equipped with cellphones with pre-programmed numbers to call for back-up if needed. The scooters can be used for several hours by anyone with limited mobility, from wheelchair users to those who rely on crutches, walking sticks or frames – or older people who want to enjoy the sights and not worry about how far they will have to walk.
You will be shown how to operate the scooter when you collect it. Bookings are recommended. TSB Bank is considering extending its support for community scooters to other regions.
All enquiries and bookings to (06) 759 6060, fax (06) 759 6072, email enquiries@npds.govt.nz or visitor information email info@newplymouth.govt.nz
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Disability Information Service - Fortnightly Sector Update: 12 April 2010
Acclain Otago Public Meeting: College of Education Saturday 24 April 2010, 2.00pm
Dunedin Toroa Lions Club - Fashion Parade Friday 7 May 2010 7.30pm St Peters Church Hall
Rob Roy Show: Deaf Man Walking NZ Tour 2010, Isis Piano Lounge Friday 23 April 2010 8 - 9pm
DPA Dunedin: Ross Brereton CEO of DPA will be in Dunedin Thursday 29 April 2010 12.15pm - 1.30pm CCS Otago Disability in Action Rooms
Download further information here
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SibSupport N.Z.
Parent to Parent New Zealand delivers a programme, which supports the specific needs of siblings who have brothers and sisters with special needs. The aim is to provide children with an experience that will assist them to cope with the challenges and stresses of living with a brother or sister who has a disability. Siblings develop their own support network, through sharing and making friends with others who understand.
Contact:
Ruth Taylor
Training Coordinator
Parent to Parent New Zealand Inc
Waikato Mail Centre
Toll Free: 0508 236 236
email: rutht@parent2parent.org.nz
Download further information here
Otago Careers Festival May 2010
Looking for career opportunities in Otago?
Seek new career opportunities during May 2010 at the Otago Careers Festival. The Festival programme showcases a range of opportunities to live, learn and work in Otago. Wherther you are planning your next career move or wanting to improve your work/life satisfaction you will find fun and informative events to help you along the way. Events for all ages and career levels are catered for.
Download further information here
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