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AUTUMN 2022 QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
www.ageconcern.org.nz
Age Concern Horowhenua | Kapiti | Manawatu
He Manaakitanga Kaumātua
Horowhenua | Kapiti
Palmerston North and Districts
Serving the needs of older people
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Contact Information Will you be able to get around Zealand with a similar demographic, and as we have
Contact Information a slightly higher percentage of older persons living
Age Concern Palmerston easily in two years time? here then mobility-related issues become even more
Age Concern Horowhenua important for us all – not just retirees, and we need to
Jill Stansfield
Phone: (06) 367 2181 North & Districts Executive Committee Member of Age Concern Kapiti remember that we will all be old one day, and mobility
Email: admin@ageconcernhoro.co.nz Phone: (06) 355 2832 becomes more important as we age.
Getting out and about and being able to move freely
Address: 14 Durham Street, Levin 5510 Email: marian.dean@ageconcernpn.org.nz
is something most of us take for granted. However, I
Address: 4/251 Broadway Ave (entrance on
OFFICE HOURS can well remember the first time I sustained an injury
Vivian Street), Palmerston North 4414
9.00am - 3.00pm Monday to Friday that impaired my mobility – thank goodness that it
OFFICE HOURS was only for a short time! I sprained my ankle when
STAFF 8.30am - 3.30pm Monday to Friday I was at Phys Ed at Secondary school! I remember
Manager: Catherine McAuliffe
STAFF thinking that I was the only one in my class who had
Elder Abuse Response Service: Janetta Scoble
Manager: Marian Dean to hobble about very slowly, and I didn’t find that very
Community Field Worker: Jo Blanche
easy!
Accredited Visiting Service: Charlene Lyttle Elder Abuse Response Service Social
Workers: Amey Jenkins & Klara Salisbury I still find myself thinking about mobility – especially Enliven creates elder-centred communities
BOARD MEMBERS as I am now somewhat mobility-impaired – where individuals are recognised and valued
Community Support Worker
Chairperson: Stewart Thompson permanently this time! Thinking about impairment on – a place where everyone can enjoy
Jo Berrington-Hince
Vice Chairperson: Mike Elliott a nation-wide basis, 24% of New Zealanders do have companionship, meaningful activity and fun.
Secretary: Mike Elliott Social Connection Coordinator: a disability. Looking at the Wellington region 22% of
Fern Brooking those living in this region have an impairment, and • Coombrae Home and Village, Feilding
Treasurer: Vicky Prouting
AgeConnect Manawatu Coordinator: mobility is the most common, followed by hearing and • Willard Home, Palmerston North
Committee: Deborah Campbell,
Bernie Walker agility. That said, for the over 65 year olds disabilities • Brightwater Home and Village, Palmerston North
Sharon Williams, Jualane Rapson,
are more common, which then brings accessibility to • Reevedon Home and Village, Levin
Peter Dyer, Carol Dyer BOARD MEMBERS
the fore of our thinking. Ageing is the one thing we all • Levin Home for War Veterans, Levin
Christina Brenton (Chair)
have in common, and we are ageing from the day we • Kapiti Day Programme, Paraparaumu
Jeff Rayner (Finance)
are born, and the older we are, the more likely we are
Contact Information Joan Chettleburgh, Tracy Lynn, Paul Reiger,
Ron Rowe. to have some sort of disability. retirement villages rest home hospital dementia
short term respite health recovery day programmes
Age Concern Kapiti Getting out and about is more of a challenge for
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this newsletter are not mobility impaired people, and this brings mobility Free phone 0508 ENLIVEN or visit
Phone: (04) 298 8879
Email: admin@ageconcernkapiti.co.nz
necessarily those of Age Concern HKM. The inclusion or
exclusion of any product does not mean that the publisher
parking spaces to our attention. The New Zealand
Standards document 4121:2001 has coverage on
www.enlivencentral.org.nz
Address: Room 16, Kapiti Impact Hub, or Age Concern advocates or rejects its use.
this subject. As a generalisation I’d have to say
6 Tongariro Street, Paraparaumu 5032
that I believe the recommended ratio in parking
OFFICE HOURS areas is usually observed, but I am not sure just
9.00am - 3.00pm: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, how mobility parking is catered for at Public Events
Friday. Office closed: Wednesday – remembering that these events are held at many
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE different locations throughout Kapiti. All I can say is
Chairperson - Roger Booth that if you or friends or family experience difficulty in
Secretary - Bev Chappell accessing such events because parking places may
Treasurer - Graeme Joyes not be close by the venue then maybe you might like
Committee - Linda Benson, Fay Doyle, PLEASE SUPPORT to take the matter up with the authorities concerned
– after all, if we don’t let those in charge know about
Call us to arrange your free
pre-planning meeting, or visit
Rama Rewi, Sonya Sloan, Jill Stansfield,
Jane Yoong OUR ADVERTISERS difficulties we may be encountering, the chances are
that nothing will be done to help plan differently in
our webite for our online
pre-planning form
STAFF Our advertisers support enables the continuation the future.
Manager: Susan Church of our newsletter. Please support them where you Kapiti is a great place to live. Thinking about the
AVS and Health Promotion Coordinator: can and let them know where you found them. number of over 65 year-olds living here I recall that
Alison Miller
Many thanks Thames/Coromandel is the only other region in New
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News from Age Concern New Zealand Cognitive Activities for Older Adults
Just as the body needs physical exercise to feeling of self-worth.
Palmerston North & Districts Branch Inc keep fit, the brain needs mental exercise to Slightly changing an everyday activity is another
stay active and alive. Mental exercise stimulates way to enhance cognitive skills. Examples include
Age Concern Palmerston North and Districts staff are infectious than previous variants. At Age Concern the brain, often providing long-lasting positive effects using the opposite hand to hold the toothbrush when
all pleased to be in our new offices. December was a Palmerston North and Districts, we plan to continue regarding thinking and reasoning skills, memory and brushing your teeth, writing your name or dialing a
hectic time for us with packing up, moving, and then to deliver our services and programmes, as we know processing speed. telephone.
settling into our new premises, but it was all worth it there is a need. To reduce the risk of all staff being
to reopen our doors in January on our new spacious ill or self-isolating at once, we are working in two What are Cognitive Skills? Hobbies and Crafts
and light offices, which are at ground floor level, fully separate teams, with only one team in the office each The definition of the word cognition, means the Leaning a new hobby, or taking up a craft are
accessible, and more centrally located. week. This means that the office may not always be process of knowing and includes all its aspects, excellent ways for individuals to keep their brains
open, as staff may have to go out to appointments or such as: Reasoning - Awareness - Perception - active and alert. These activities stimulate the
The address is 4/251 Broadway Ave., Palmerston Knowledge - Intuition - Judgement brain cells and often provide interaction with others.
to visit clients. If you want to come into our offices,
North (entrance on Vivian St). Finding something of interest provides you with
please phone ahead and make an appointment. Cognitive skills are the mental capabilities a person
Rangiora Community Centre is temporarily closed Phone the office on 06 355 2832. has which allow them to process all the information enjoyment and a sense of positive self-esteem.
for renovations, and we have moved Rhythm and they receive from their five senses. These skills are Depending on your interests and abilities, the
Whilst our services and programmes are continuing,
Move classes temporarily to Kelvin Grove Community needed to be able to think, talk, learn or read. They following are examples of possible crafts or hobbies
we have postponed the Afternoon Tea Dance that
Centre, 68 Kaimanawa St, Kelvin Grove. Class times are what gives a person the ability to recall things you may enjoy.
was scheduled for 1st March. We are not going to set
are Mondays 1-2pm and Wednesdays 9.30-10.30am. from memory.
a new date at this point. We are fortunate in that we Drawing - Painting - Knitting - Playing music -
The Wednesday Steady as You Go group has moved
received a grant from Palmerston North City Council Cognitive Activities Improve Skills Scrapbooking - Woodworking - Mosaics using
temporarily to the Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall
to host this event. They have said we can retain to There are many types of activities to help maintain tiles or coloured paper - Photography - Games and
257, Ferguson Street 9.30 -10.30 am
host this event later in the year. and improve cognitive skills. Some of them involve Puzzles.
We are living in uncertain times once again, with everyday activities, other mind-challenging activities
the new Omicron COVID-19 variant. This is more Marian Dean | Manager include playing games, making crafts and solving
Playing games and solving puzzles are excellent
cognitive actvities. These types of activities engage
puzzles.
the brain keeping it stimulated and vital. The
Everyday Activities That Strengthen Cognitive Skills following are games and types of puzzles you may
One of the most important cognitive activities is enjoy.
engaging and meaningful conversation. By asking
Games: Dominoes - Checkers - Chess - Card games
for peoples opinions and advice on situations and
- Scrabble - Bingo - Jigsaws - Crosswords Word
events, your mind is stimulated and you experience a
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Age Concern Palmerston North If you can link someone to an organisation or activity
Preparing for the Omicron variant of COVID-19
they are interested in they are more likely to make
& Districts launches new service connections and friends. How to prevent yourself from getting Omicron keeping yourself safe and protecting others from
Vaccination and boosters help to reduce transmission COVID-19, especially when physical distancing is
AgeConnect
Difficulties with the rollout of vaccine passes
of the virus. Remember, that if you don’t get the not possible. Wear masks in confined or crowded
illustrated how many people don’t have an email
virus, you can’t give it to someone else. Taking other environments.
address, a computer, or a smartphone, Walker says.
by Judith Lacy | Editor, Manawatū Guardian precautions also remains important to continue to
By extension this showed so people can’t connect Maintain physical distancing of 2m where possible.
protect our communities against Omicron. As well
with family and friends using digital technology.
We will call her Alice and we will get straight to the as vaccination, early detection of cases and swift If you feel unwell or show any symptoms, stay
point. Alice was lonely. Age Concern was able to An older person might be keen to join a walking group contact tracing, and isolation of cases and contacts, home. Call Healthline on 0800 611 116 and get a
connect her with a music afternoon, transport and but existing ones might walk too fast and/or too long is critical. COVID-19 test.
afternoon tea provided. Alice now has something to so the solution could be recruiting volunteers to run a
suitable group. Walker will be looking for volunteers It will also be important to continue to protect Use your My Vaccine Pass (MVP) to scan into
look forward to and a smile on her face. ourselves and our whānau and stop the venues and events. MVP is a record of your COVID-19
if needed to set up new groups with the idea they
Age Concern Palmerston North & Districts has become self sustaining. transmission of the disease by following health vaccination status.
launched a new service, AgeConnect Manawatū, with habits such as:
Another solution could be providing a buddy for Keep a record of where you’ve been or scan in
Bernie Walker the coordinator. Alice’s story is one of
someone going to a group for the first time. Keep indoor rooms well ventilated (e.g., by opening wherever you go using the COVID-19 Tracer app
his early successes.
windows and doors) where possible. and turn Bluetooth on your phone so you can be
It’s a community development role with Walker “I want to help and I want this to be successful and I
contacted if you have been near a case.
helping prevent loneliness and social isolation in want to make a difference in people’s lives.” Wearing masks and face coverings is one way of
people aged 65-plus. He has started with finding He worked at Manawatū Home Budgeting Service for
out the needs of the community, existing activities, 15 years, firstly as coordinator and then manager. What happens if I test positive for COVID-19, or if you have to
services and events, gaps in provision, and barriers
to accessing what is already provided.
He has seen and experienced what goes on in the
community and wants to be part of helping older
self-isolate as a close contact?
Walker says society does talk about social isolation people find their own solutions. Rest assured if you need help, you will not be left If you use a computer, you may also be given a link to
and loneliness more. However, there is still a stigma “It’s really satisfying when you work in a sector to manage alone. If you test positive or are a close an on-line self-help portal, or a phone number which
associated with saying you are lonely and it can be where you’ve had an impact on people and changed contact or someone who is positive, you will be you can phone for the same information.
hard for people to overcome their pride and ask for people’s lives.” contacted directly by the COVID-19 Testing Team at
Mid Central DHB, to check in with you. If you need You cannot self-refer to the MSD SIQ Team or to a
help.
At Home Budgeting he was aware some clients were support, you will be referred to the Ministry of Social community connector. You have to be referred to
People’s circumstances might have changed there not for the budgeting but because they were them.
Development’s Social Isolation and Quarantine Team
resulting in loneliness and social isolation: death, lonely and wanted to connect. (MSD SIQ Team) who will put you in touch with a If you are isolating and have not heard anything
retirement, family moved away, lost confidence,
Age Concern has moved to much bigger and more community connector in your area. about how to access help, you can phone the MSD
financial, health and mobility changes.
modern premises at 251 Broadway Ave with the SIQ Team 0800 512 337. You can also phone
“There are a lot of barriers for people, it can become A community connector will contact you and talk to
entrance on Vivian Street and carpking behind the Age Concern Palmerston North and Districts for
quite overwhelming to know where to start”. you about what your needs are (e.g., food, etc.). The
building. assistance on 06 355 2832 or any other Age
community connector can arrange for supplies to be
Walker says loneliness is an issue at any age but can + INFO To contact Bernie Walker ring 355 2832 or delivered to you in a contactless way. e.g., groceries. Concern on 0800 65 2 105.
be more challenging for older people as they possibly email: bernie.walker@ageconcernpn.org.nz
don’t have the same network and support they
used to. As people age they often find themselves How to prepare for self-isolation you have a good supply and are not at risk of running
spending more time alone. It is a good idea to plan for what you will do if you get out because you can’t leave your house.
Walker will be working to find out older people’s sick and have to stay at home or have to self-isolate It is a good idea to have some painkillers available in
interests and passions, perhaps going back to what because you have been a close contact of someone case you get a fever or headache. If you do not know
they enjoyed in childhood. People want to feel who has COVID-19. If you can, stock up with some which painkiller is suitable for you, phone your GP
valued, have something to get up for in the morning, food you can eat if you are ill. Perhaps you could practice and ask to speak to a nurse to find out what
a sense of purpose. make a big pot of soup and freeze it in portions or you can take and if the GP will prescribe something
buy tinned or chilled soups to store in your pantry or for you. If you can take paracetamol, you do not need
Walker recalls his grandmother telling him she had
fridge. Bread and milk can both be frozen if you have to buy the expensive branded capsules, the generic
less energy, got tired easily but the child remained
a freezer. tablets that you can buy at supermarkets work just as
within. photo courtesy of Judith Lacy | Editor, Manawatū Guardian If you are on prescription medication, make sure that well.
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NEW SERVICE ESTABLISHED We were created to be "in the community" with
Running for Age Concern
AgeConnect Manawatū others. So if you are feeling a little isolated or Palmerston North and Districts
lonely, reach out to someone and be the friend
Connecting older people with others, activities, or services to them that you would like them to be to you. Marathon Fundraiser
Age Concern Palmerston North barriers that prevent older people and social activities Age Concerns are charities and we welcome
& Districts has established a participating and making social • Supporting older people to donations to assist us to deliver our services and
new service called AgeConnect connections. overcome any barriers that may programmes. One of our staff is going to run a
Manawatū to address social prevent them from connecting marathon in May! That in itself is a great goal, but she
Social connection means the
isolation and loneliness amongst and participating in social is using the opportunity to raise funds for us. Please
social ties we have with other
older people in our community. activities see the message below.
people. It is a broad term that
• Providing information about
Everyone needs social includes things like getting
social groups and events Hi there, my name is Klara, and I am one of the social
connections to survive and thrive. together with others, having
• Collaborating with communities workers here at Age Concern in Palmerston North.
But as people age, they often find others we can rely on for support,
to create new social connection
themselves spending more time or feeling we belong and are On Sunday 22 of May I am running the Manawatu
activities and programmes as
alone. Being alone may leave valued. We can experience Striders Marathon to fundraise for Age Concern
needed
older adults more vulnerable to these different types of social Palmerston North and Districts. Our services cover
loneliness and social isolation, connection with family and friends, Someone who is lonely probably Palmerston North and Manawatu Districts. My goal
which can affect their health and in neighbourhoods, or as members also finds it hard to reach out. is to raise $1,000. Please help me by donating either
well-being. of a group or club. There is a stigma surrounding through the Age Concern Palmerston North and
loneliness, and older people tend Districts Give a Little Page, search https://givealittle.
Social isolation and loneliness can AgeConnect Manawatū has been
not to ask for help because they co.nz/cause/fundraising-for-age-concern-palmerston-
be harmful to the physical, mental, set up to enhance the wellbeing of
have to much pride. It is important north or by donating directly in to the Age Concern
cognitive, and emotional health older people / koroua or kuia who
to remember loneliness can-and Palmerston North and District’s bank account 03-
of older adults. Loneliness is the are socially isolated and / or lonely
does-affect anyone, of any age. 1522-0158520-000. Please include your name and
destressing feeling of being alone by connecting them with activities,
or separated. Social isolation is events, and people within the If you are 65 and over and are Tea and Talks put the word “marathon” in the reference.
the lack of social contacts and community. feeling socially isolated and/or Any money you can give (no matter how large
having few people to interact with lonely please contact us to see or small) will go a long way to help me reach my
The AgeConnect Manawatū
regularly. how we may be able to help you. target. All funds will go directly to Age Concern
service aims to build friendships
Palmerston North and Districts to help support
Around 20% of people 65+ in New and community connections for Health professionals, family or
older people in the Manawatu region. For more
Zealand experiencing prolonged isolated older people by: friends can also refer an older
information about Age Concern and the work that we
and severe levels of loneliness and person to the service. Just be sure
• Linking isolated and / or lonely do please visit https://www.ageconcern.org.nz/ or
isolation. The number of adults to ask their permission first.
people to services, support, FaceBook:ageconcernpalmerstonnorth or phone our
65+ is growing and the Covid-19
office on 06 355 2832.
outbreak has brought even more
challenges. To find out more or to make a referral please contact:
Bernie Walker Coordinator AgeConnect Manawatū Thank you, I really appreciate your support!
Whilst social isolation and
Age Concern Palmerston North and Districts Come along to hear a good speaker and catch up
loneliness are a personal issue,
Phone 06 355 2832 or 0800 65 2 105 with other guests over a cup of tea. Tea and Talks
and each person’s situation is
Mobile 027 282 4765 take place at our new offices 4/251 Broadway
different, there are indications
Email: bernie.walker@ageconcernpn.org.nz Ave from 1pm to 3pm. We can provide transport
that in Palmerston North and
Manawatū, there are many social for people who could otherwise not attend.
opportunities that older people Phone 06 355 2832 for more information and to
could participate in. Lack of book your place.
knowledge of what there is; lack Tea and Talks takes place on Tuesday
of transport; cost; loss of social afternoons. Phone Fern on 06 355 2832.
skills etc. maybe some of the
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FREE Living Life without a Car FREE Refresher Driver Workshops for older drivers: Staying Safe
sessions Staying Safe is four-hours of classroom-
based learning and is interactive,
answering any questions you might have.
Age Concern Palmerston
North and Districts Staying Safe is a driving course for seniors.
Everyone who attends will have a workbook
to take away. SuperGold card holders
STEADY AS YOU GO© and Maori or Pasifika drivers over 60 are
Falls prevention exercise for eligible.
strength and balance.
Course:
Steady as You Go is an exercise Workshops will be run on the following
programme recognised by the Have you kept up with changes to the road code and road rules? days:
Ministry of Health and ACC as How do you feel when road layouts are altered? Do you feel Friday 29th April
great for improving muscle strength and balance confident driving other people? Wednesday 25th May
particularly in legs and making people at less risk
Age Concern Palmerston North and Districts together with Workshops will commence at 9.30am
of falling. It is good for people who may have not
done exercise for a while or who have had falls or Waka Kotahi (New Zealand Transport Agency) and the NZ Police
who may be at risk of falling. The initial exercises is holding free refresher driving courses for older drivers in To book your spot phone
are seated, then moving to standing and walking Palmerston North and Manawatu Districts.
exercises. Entry to all classes is by a $2 donation. The theory-based programme, called ‘Staying Safe’, is designed
us on 06 355 2832
There are places available in the following to enhance your knowledge, assess your current driving Want to learn as a group? You can request
Palmerston North Groups: behaviour, and build confidence. larger bookings of around 15-20 people.
• Seventh Day Adventist Church Hall,
257 Ferguson Street. What are your plans for when Application for Membership
Age Concern NZ Palmerston North & Districts Branch Inc.
Wednesdays, 9.30am-10.30am you can no longer drive?
• Square Edge Building, Evelyn Rawlins Room Mr / Mrs/ Miss / Ms
The Square, Tuesdays, 11am-12pm How will you get out and about and Name(s):
• Awapuni Community Centre, remain socially active?
22, Newbury St, Awapuni, Address:
To find out how you can get around and stay socially
Thursdays 9.30am-10.30am connected without driving a car join us at one of our Telephone:
• Ashhurst group, free 2-hour workshops. You are welcome to bring Email:
131, Cambridge St., Ashhurst, friends along with you and we provide a delicious
Thursdays 10am-11am Membership Fee from 1st March 2022 to 30th June 2023
morning or afternoon tea for you to enjoy.
For more information phone the office on Individual $20 Couple $30 Corporate $100
06 355 2832 Sessions are planned for the Donation:
Age Concern Palmerston North and following dates:
How to pay:
Districts is a charity CC57368 Wednesday 13th April - 10am to 12noon Internet Banking - You can pay the membership fee directly into our bank account
Help us to make Wednesday 11th May, 10am to 12noon Account number 03 1522 0158520 000 (Age Concern New Zealand Palmerston North & Districts Branch Inc.)
a difference Please add your name as reference and post or email this completed form to us at the address below.
Age Concern Palmerston North and Districts is also
Please donate to Age Concern How would you like to receive the newsletter and other information? Post Email (please circle one).
happy to present Life Without A Car to groups. If
Palmerston North & Districts. you would like someone to come along and give a Post form to: Age Concern NZ Palmerston North & Districts Branch Inc., P.O. Box 5063, Palmerston North 4441.
Thank you for supporting presentation at your meeting phone the Age Concern For more information please phone Age Concern on (06) 355 2832 or email marian.dean@ageconcernpn.org.nz
the work we do. You really do help to make a office.
difference with your generous donation. Phone 06 355 2832 to find out more or to book a
THANK YOU for supporting the work we do. Donations of $5.00 and over are eligible for a tax credit under
Bank account number 03 1522 0158520 000 the terms of Section LD1 Of the Income Tax Act 2007.
place.
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News from Age Concern Horowhenua Horowhenua Mazda, Holden & Suzuki Parts & Service Agent
New and used vehicles
Scooter Riders Group Mazda & Suzuki dealership
From the Manager Monday—Friday 9am-3pm. We don’t need to sight
vaccine passes, but you do still need to scan or In February we had a very interesting meeting New Cars: 15-19 Bristol Street, Levin
Our team are so grateful to have received funding sign in, and unless you have an exemption, we do arranged by Age Concern Horowhenua and facilitated Used Cars: 360 Oxford Street, Levin
to purchase a vehicle this month! To have a vehicle require masks to be worn in the office. Our activities by Mobility Manawatu about being ‘Ready to Ride’,
is a massive privilege and will not only give us the program is as normal at this stage – any changes will which included everything from purchasing a scooter
0800 744 111 | www.hmclevin.co.nz
ability to visit more older adults in our community, but be advised via our Facebook page and membership to the safety when operating. It is surprising what you
also assist them getting to and from appointments if email so make sure you are signed up to either or can learn, even when you’ve been riding for years!
needed—and keep our running costs down! both! We are very fortunate that Age Concern Horowhenua
We are super excited to get our nifty wee car sign- If you have a pet, then you know that having the cat have allowed us to use their community space for
written in the near future (watch this space!) and be or dog snuggled up on our lap at the end of the day our group meetings in the future. These meetings are
out on the road, proudly representing Age Concern makes us happy! But did you know, they also have held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1pm and
Horowhenua and the important work we do in our an impact on our mental health? Well, we have a we would love to have new members come along and
community! very exciting talk coming up in March – all about the see what our group is all about - as they say, ‘more
Moving into Phase 3 means even more changes to health benefits of companion animals, plus a visit the merrier’.
get our heads around, and things to consider as we from the vet to show us all the things we need to Our membership is $10 per year, and a $2 donation
move through this unknown time! Unless you feel that know to keep them happy and healthy. There will also for afternoon tea. We also go on group adventure
you must self-isolate, please try to keep connected be some very special furry friends present, to share runs and go out for lunch on occasion. If interested
with family and friends and don’t cut yourself off from an exciting new service that is launching soon! phone Karen on 368 6500 or 021 214 9987 or turn Millvale Lodge Lindale offers a homely environment
your social networks or from the activities that you So come along, enjoy morning tea and puppy cuddles up to the next meeting on 16th March 2022 at 1pm. in a peaceful rural setting with lovely gardens.
love! on us! Each person is supported to
Age Concern Horowhenua will continue to operate
Catherine McAuliffe | Manager UPCOMING EVENTS: experience each moment richly.
CARE FOR PEOPLE WITH DEMENTIA
• 16th March @ 1pm
Scooter Riders Meeting! & HOSPITAL CARE
91 Main Road North, Lindale, Paraparaumu
• 30th March @ 10am
Please contact us on (04) 297 0059
Tea ‘n’ Talk—Benefits and Wellbeing
of Companion Animals www.millvalelindale.co.nz
• 4th April @ 10am
Life Without A Car—Levin
• 6th April @ 10am
Life Without A Car—Foxton
• 8th April @ 10am
Life Without A Car—Shannon
• 27th April @ 10am
Tea ‘n’ Talk—Motivation & Positive Mindset Looking after you, your family
and the small print.
• 25th May @ 10am
Tea ‘n’ Talk—Living Well with Diabetes P 06 368 9239
E info@cslaw.co.nz
Deep thought of today:
28 Queen Street, Levin
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You become a vacuum cleaner. cslaw.co.nz
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AVS Volunteering makes you happy. By measuring
hormones and brain activity, researchers have
Welcome Janetta matters relating to elder abuse and I work hard
to ensure the elderly person and family members
What a start to the year it has been! Living in such discovered that being helpful to others delivers I have this strong sense of are feeling safe, helping to find good outcomes for
uncertain times with Covid cases now confirmed in immense pleasure. Human beings are hard-wired to coming home after 40 years everyone.
the Horowhenua district has understandably put a lot give to others. The more we give, the happier we feel. away from where my first
of people on edge. We have seen a marked decline in career in nursing began. I I am a very proud Mum of three children; Emma in
Steady as You Go © attendance numbers and people Volunteering increases self-confidence. You are can recall as a teen nervously Auckland, Gabrielle and Benjamin in Australia and
willing to become volunteer visitors for the Accredited doing good for others and the community, which leaving home and moving I eagerly await the border restrictions getting lifted
Visiting Service. provides a natural sense of accomplishment. Your in to the nurses hostel at so I can see them in person to give them a big hug.
role as a volunteer can also give you a sense of pride Kimberley Hospital where I My main interests are helping others, and spending
The risk of isolation and loneliness only grows in and identity. And the better you feel about yourself, time at home. I am enjoying getting to know this
undertook the three years
these unknown situations and there are many people the more likely you are to have a positive view of your wonderful caring community and am looking forward
nursing training programme. Since then I have
in our older community feeling the pressure even life and future goals. to new adventures.
been busy in the past 40 years; completing further
more.
Volunteering provides a sense of purpose. Older nursing studies at Palmerston North Hospital and Janetta Scoble | Elder Abuse Response Service
With busy lives, it can be hard to find the time to adults, especially those who have retired or lost a graduating as a Registered Nurse, to embarking on
volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering can
be enormous not just for clients of the AVS service
spouse, can find new meaning and direction in their a lengthy O.E before finally settling down. One of the Welcome Jo
lives by helping others. Whatever your age or life biggest challenges after returning from overseas Hi, my name is Jo Blanche. I
but for you, the volunteer. situation, volunteering can help take your mind off was building and operating a retirement home while originally hail from the UK and
Volunteering helps counteract the effects of stress, your own worries, keep you mentally stimulated, and raising a young family. came to NZ as a child with
anger, and anxiety. The social contact aspect of add more zest to your life. I have spent a life time caring and advocating for my grandparents. I have been
helping and working with others can have a profound older people spanning over 30 years before changes married to Michelle for nearly
effect on your overall psychological well-being. Please reach out to me if you have just an hour each in my personal life took me on a different career 37 years, have 2 beautiful
Nothing relieves stress better than a meaningful week to offer one of our lonely and isolated older path. In 2001 I was fortunate to meet my soulmate daughters and 3 extraordinary
connection to another person. members of the community. Anthony and together we started a new life in grandchildren who I adore.
Volunteering combats depression. Volunteering Charlene Lyttle | AVS Co-Ordinator Hamilton and studied at Wintec together; Anthony Completing my training in
keeps you in regular contact with others and helps studying graphic design and I studied a degree in 1985, I have been an Enrolled Nurse for nearly 37
you develop a solid support system, which in turn Social Work. We moved to Wellington 13 years ago years. I trained in Palmerston North so haven't gone
protects you against depression. when Anthony landed his first real break in graphic very far. I went to work at a local rest home on the
design and I completed my studies in Social Work; weekends when my children were young and stayed
before finally graduating in 2011. for 24 years working with older adults with dementia
Age Concern and mental health.
Working in the social service sector has been an
Horowhenua
interesting 10 year journey beginning my social work I have been part of the Management, Health and
Team Photo
career in statutory work before finding my calling Safety committees and lead for staff education. I
pictured
in making meaningful connections and helping to am passionate about older people and feel they
left to right
promote positive changes at a community level. I have so much to offer with a wealth of knowledge
xxxxx / xxxxxx /
have always felt that it’s such an honour working with and experience. I have respect and dignity for each
Janetta / Jo
elders and I was grateful to get a social work position individual for what they have achieved throughout
at Wesley Community Action in a team supporting their lives. They have made a huge impact in my life
older people in the community. In 2017 this team and I hope I have made and will continue to make a
went on to deliver the Elder Abuse Response Service difference in theirs. I will bring to this job my wealth
in the Wellington where I continued to learn, gaining of knowledge and experience of what I have achieved
experience and skills in such a specialised area. over the years.
In 2019 we were grateful to purchase a home I feel it is important to keep our older adults at home
in Levin and I am very excited to be joining the in their own surroundings with all support that we
Horowhenua Age Concern family, taking up a new can put in place to keep them safe, healthy and
position I care about the most supporting folk who comfortable.
may be experiencing signs of elder abuse. I have a
kind and sensible approach dealing with sensitive Jo Blanche | Community Field Worker
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Annual Membership
HOROWHENUA DISTRICT “My Life Has Changed” take naps every day, and he is sleeping better.
His relationships with his family and friends have Enrolment
NEIGHBOURHOOD SUPPORT I wanted to share this heart-warming story with you improved, because he’s no longer feeling frustrated
about Sam (not his real name). and alone with his suffering.
Neighbourhood Support is a nationwide Age Concern Horowhenua is a non-profit organisation
community led organisation that brings people and Sam came to his first appointment in mid-2021, When I see Sam now, he walks with a bounce in his that works for the rights and wellbeing of older
neighbourhoods together to create safe, resilient and distressed about a loud, high pitched ringing sound step and is sometimes whistling a tune with a smile people across the Horowhenua Region. What being
connected communities. In Horowhenua nearly 6,000 he could hear in his ears and his head. He’d noticed on his face! a member of Age concern Horowhenua’s means:
households are part of our growing network. We work the ringing for several years, and by the time he ● You will receive a monthly newsletter, updating
alongside NZ Police and other partners like Civil came to see us, it was worrying him and causing Kamea Lessoway, M.Aud (Dist) you on what is happening with Age Concern
Defence, Age Concern and Fire and Emergency to stress both for himself and for the people around Audiologist MNZAS | Levin Audiology Horowhenua and around the community.
equip Neighbourhoods to improve safety, be prepared him. ● Early Bird Access on all Age Concern
for Emergencies and support one another so that our Sam had been told there was nothing he could do 3 April 2022 - Daylight Horowhenua’s workshops, presentations, and
courses.
community is a great place in which to live. about the ringing sound. He felt helpless about it.
I talk to local community groups, organisations, and It made it difficult to sleep at night and made him Saving Time Ends ● FREE attendance to all workshops, presentations,
and courses.
Retirement Villages. Also, when we set up a street frustrated during the days. It was sometimes so ● Discounted SAYGo Classes - Just $1 per session!
loud it made it difficult to focus on conversations or Sunday, 3 April 2022, 3am clocks are turned
group, we have a small get together so if you don’t ● A unique membership card - renewed each year.
complete tasks. At times he felt so impacted that he backward 1 hour to Sunday, 3 April 2022,
know someone in your Neighbourhood you can meet.
would be grumpy with the people around him, short 2am local standard time instead. Membership type: (please circle)
In our District we have an older population which tempered, and angry. $20 Single $30 Couple
is growing by the day. Whether it is talking to your
Neighbours, giving them a wave, or just letting them The ringing sound is called tinnitus. Tinnitus can Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:
know that they exist is an important part of being a sound like many things: ringing, buzzing, chirping,
caring Neighbour. If you haven’t seen your elderly cicadas, locusts, waves, a seashell, a whooshing First Name Last Name
Neighbour for a few days go and check on them. It sound. Sometimes it even sounds like clocks ticking,
Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms:
doesn’t take long and your vigilance could be the or music playing.
difference between life and death. Recently a man The underlying cause of tinnitus is usually damage
hadn’t seen his elderly neighbour for a few days so First Name Last Name
to the hearing system (a hearing loss). If you or your
he went and checked on him to find he had passed loved ones have tinnitus, there is an extremely high Address:
away. This was very sad but just goes to show if you likelihood there is a hearing loss present. Other
have neighbours looking out for you some incidents Home Phone:
common reasons for tinnitus are exposure to loud
can be caught in time. noise, certain medications, stress, lack of sleep, Mobile:
Over the last few years, we all have been dealing with traumatic brain injury, a benign tumour on the Email Address:
Covid and the implications it has been having on our vestibular or hearing nerves – the list goes on.
Go to www.facebook.com/ Would you like to receive your
lives. We as an Organisation are here to support and When Sam attended his first appointment, he was
highly distressed. I performed a tinnitus assessment groups/2268617196605712 newsletter via email: YES / NO
assist you if you are struggling or have any concerns. Would you like us to automatically
with him, starting with taking history and performing or just search Age Concern Horowhenua
If you wish to be part of a Community Organisation renew your membership each year? YES / NO
a full diagnostic hearing test. to follow us on Facebook.
that supports, assists and informs residents of Donation: $10 Your generous donations help
Scams, Civil Defence information, local events and In the end we found that sound therapy was effective us recognise our volunteers,
(optional) $20 support staff & volunteer training,
making you aware of criminal activity in your for Sam. I fitted him with some hearing aids that refreshments for our presentations,
$50
Neighbourhood please contact myself Deborah at have a specialised tinnitus program in them. The give koha to our facilitators.
Other:
Levin Police Station on 366 0574 or email hearing aids correct Sam’s hearing loss, and they
$
me at info@horowhenuansg.org.nz also remember we also keep his brain stimulated and the tinnitus fades
have a Facebook page. If we know about you, we can away.
Signed: Date:
help you. Over the course of the next couple of weeks, Sam Please return this form to
Take care and stay safe. was like a changed man. Instead of feeling helpless admin@ageconcernhoro.co.nz
about the ringing sound, he is able to enjoy his life or 14 Durham Street, Levin to complete your enrolment.
Deborah campbell | District coordinator normally and finds his mood has significantly lifted. Your Membership and Support is greatly appreciated.
Horowhenua neighbourhood support He is no longer so exhausted that he needs to
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News from Age Concern Kapiti Accredited Visiting Service
The Accredited Visiting Service is running but under stricter guidelines due to
Welcome 2022! Since coming back from Christmas / New Year, we Covid restrictions.
have been busy packing up our old office, painting
Hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and Our volunteer visitors need to be vaccinated to continue to meet with their clients. As from 1 January 2022
our new office and of course unpacking! It is
are enjoying the best of our lovely weather over any volunteer not fully vaccinated will not be able to do face to face visits.
amazing what things are accumulated over time.
the last few months, and not been too affected by
the downpours and high winds! What a lot has Age Concern Kapiti is a small team and we Accredited Visiting Service in Action: Colin Payne
happened since our last magazine. After more than are working to remain available to support our
If there were prizes for people who put their hand up to volunteer whatever
22 years in Coastlands, Age Concern Kapiti moved to community, especially now we are in the red traffic
the task, Colin would certainly have received many prizes over the years.
the Kapiti Impact Hub at the beginning of February. light setting. Age Concern New Zealand CEO,
The list of organisations and voluntary positions he has held is impressive
The former St Patrick’s School is now established as Stephanie Clare, says older people should get
ranging from social service organisations, theatres and choirs to sports
a Community Hub. boosted and wear a mask when they leave the house.
clubs and educational groups.
She says the Government’s not asking people to
Some other community focussed organisations at isolate themselves. “Stay connected, if you have any Having had a career as a Structural Engineer gave Colin a range of
the Kapiti Impact Hub include Volunteer Kapiti, Blind questions about that, give someone a call. It’s not excellent skills which, together with his great sense of humour and ready
Low Vision NZ (formerly Blind Foundation), Wesley about looking after yourself, by yourself.” smile, enables him to relate to people from all walks of life.
Community Action, Nurse Maude, Barnardos, Kidz
Regular phone calls with family and friends will help Colin remembers the following words his father often said and which he
Need Dadz and others.
keep you connected and when you go out remember feels has influenced his attitude to life:
The site is single level and easily accessible with the advice of our health professionals around “If I can help somebody as I pass along,
short-term parking outside our room. masking, handwashing and social distancing. If I can cheer somebody with a word or song,
We are really looking forward to establishing our base If I can show somebody he is travelling wrong,
here and having the opportunity to work with like- Our new office will be open from Then my living shall not be in vain.”
minded people in the future. 9.00am to 3.00pm four days a week (Song - lyrics by Alma Bazel Androzzo)
(closed on Wednesdays). Colin believes in treating people as equals while respecting we are all
individuals. Having come from England many years ago he knows the
importance of making links and becoming involved in the community you
live in. This attitude is reflected in the way he has carried out his many
voluntary roles.
Over the years Age Concern Kapiti has been fortunate to have Colin work
as a volunteer in several roles including as an AVS visitor, HAT group helper,
Steady As You Go (SayGo) instructor as well as helping to organise fund
raising events. Whatever the occasion we know we can rely on Colin to
help.
Thank you Colin.
AgeConnect Update
AgeConnect Kapiti continues to be a key platform for Age Concern
Kapiti to reach older people who are lonely or socially isolated by
providing information and activities that help them stay connected and
involved.
For further details go to our website www.ageconnectkapiti.co.nz20 AGE CONCERN | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2022 21
Help Us Help Our Elderly Re-homing a Mobility Scooter Healthy Ageing Together Group
Become a Friend of Age Concern Kapiti
o
Age Concern Kapiti was donated a mobility scooter
by a woman who could no longer use it. She wanted Our monthly Healthy Ageing Together Group (known
Mr / Mrs / Miss / Ms us to pass it on to a person that would benefit from affectionately as the H.A.T. Group) runs on the first
having a scooter. Thursday of each month. We are now ready to
Name(s): start the H.A.T. group again. You must be double
Annie came to our attention and was very keen
to make use of it to help her in her daily life after vaccinated to attend.
Address:
suffering some challenging health issues that left The group will continue to meet on the first Thursday
her unable to walk far. Annie lives in a retirement of each month.
lodge and finds she struggles to walk the couple of
kilometres to the local shopping centre with walking Date: Thursday, 3 March 2022
Telephone: Time: 10.30am – 12 noon
sticks. We dropped it off to Annie where she had
a lesson in driving the scooter around the car park Venue: Tui Room, Kapiti Impact Hub
Email:
before the staff found her a garage for parking when Our guest speaker for March will be Jason Bei from
Date of Birth (optional): not in use. Annie can now The Kapiti Acupuncture and Wellness Clinic.
ride to do her shopping or Level 2, 15 Courtenay Place | (04) 385 9144
Next dates: Thursday, 7 April 2022
Membership Fee run errands giving her more
Thursday, 5 May 2022
Individual $15 independence in her life. In the mall 10/2 Mahara Place, Waikanae | (04) 293 4170
Thursday, 2 June 2022
Here’s what Annie had
Donation: $5 $10 $20 $30 $50 to say: “I’m still pinching SeeHear, 174 Oxford Street | (06) 368 0130
myself thinking I normally
Other:
do not get “lucky”. I’m
Steady As You Go 8A Ihakara Street | (04) 385 9144
How would you like to receive our newsletters and
other information?
thrilled. Thank you so Exercise Classes
much for your kindness.
Yay for Age Concern Kapiti.”
Post Email (please circle one) We have since learned Age Concern Kapiti has resumed Steady as You Go Courtenay Hearing Centre
that Annie has called her
How to pay: scooter Bluebell.
exercise classes under some stricter guidelines. Serving the Kapiti area since 1993
Internet Banking – You can pay the membership Participants need to be double-vaccinated to attend.
We are pleased to announce that Courtenay Hearing
fee directly into our bank account Steady as You Go classes improve: Centre has purchased Kiwi Hearing, a well-respected,
Account number: ANZ 06 0730 0405608 00 • Balance and leg strength local, independent hearing clinic in Waikanae. This
(Age Concern Kapiti) • Flexibility means that our Waikanae clinics have merged,
Please add your name as reference and then email • General fitness and wellbeing and all services will now be provided in the walking
Go to • And are a great way to meet new people! mall, Shop 10, 2 Mahara Place, across from the
us at the address below with the above details.
www.facebook.com/ageconcernkapiti Classes consist of a combination of sitting, standing
library and two doors down from ANZ. This will also
Age Concern Kapiti to follow us on Facebook. mean that we will be staffed 5 days per week. We
and walking exercises and run for about an hour. look forward to seeing you there!
P O Box 217, Paraparaumu 5032
They are ideal for beginners, are ongoing and you can
Room 16, Kapiti Impact Hub, 6 Tongariro Street, see how much you have improved over your first 10 We still have our clinics at Paraparaumu and Levin.
Paraparaumu weeks. Classes are established by one of our staff Courtenay Hearing Centre provides a full range of
Telephone: (04) 298 8879 members with the aim of becoming peer-led at the audiology services including tinnitus assessment
end of 10 weeks. Classes run in school terms only. and treatment, ear protection solutions, assistive
Email: admin@ageconcernkapiti.co.nz
Get the support of professional advice listening devices as well as batteries, hearing aid
A new Paraparaumu class is planned to start on:
Please accept our sincere thanks with easy access locations When: Friday, 6 May 2022
repairs and accessories.
for your support. If you or a family member are having problems
WILLS • ESTATES • POWERS OF ATTORNEY Time: 1.30pm – 2.30pm
hearing, call and make an appointment today to see
Where: Kapiti Impact Hub, 6 Tongariro Street,
Donations of $5.00 and over are eligible for a Otaki - Ph: (06) 364 7190
the team at Courtenay Hearing Centre at a location
Paraparaumu near you, for caring, professional advice
tax credit under the terms of Section LD1 of Waikanae - Ph: (04) 293 3735
the Income Tax Act 2007. For more information please contact Age Concern Visit our website www.courtenayhearing.co.nz
Email: office@hobsonmills.com Kapiti. Bookings essential: (04) 298-8879 for more information.
Editorial supplied by Courtenay Hearing Centre22 AGE CONCERN | Serving the needs of older people AUTUMN 2022 23
Mental Health and Well Being for our members to get together
CHRISTMAS PARTY and meet different groups that Age
Looking After Your Mental Health Concern Kapiti serve.
Julie Hodgson | Navigator, Volunteer at Age Concern Kapiti In mid-December we held visitors and their clients, Age
a Christmas meal at a local Concern staff and board members. The Christmas-themed buffet
What can you do to maintain and improve your restaurant for more than 50 was enjoyed by all who attended.
mental health? This was a combined thank you to We were very pleased and
people. This included HAT group
A *research project found five actions you can the volunteers as well as a chance appreciative to get a grant that
members, accredited volunteer
do every day that will promote mental health and covered some of the meal cost.
wellbeing.
• Connect • Give
• Take notice • Keep learning • Be active
So what could this look like for you?
Connect – talk to your neighbours, smile at people,
Staying Safe Driving Refresher courses in Kapiti start and find out what’s on in the community. Join the
in March. These four-hour courses involve a power Healthy Aging Together (HAT) group run by Age
point presentation and a lot of class interaction. Concern Kāpiti.
It covers four key themes: Keep Learning – write a list of things you could do to
• Keeping safe: thinking about your driving safety. learn – a new word a day, a new recipe, a new plant
• Being safe: driving skills. and how to care for it. Or try a community course
• Safe journeys: managing road situations.
• Keep moving safely: safe alternatives to driving.
or night class. Consider the classroom courses run
by Age Concern Kāpiti. Learn a craft or a new card/
Pre Paid Funeral Trust
board game. Have a go with a musical instrument. Some people have funeral insurance, but premiums Don’t worry, if you arrange your plan through the
The course talks about keeping ourselves safe on the seem to rise as you get older, yet the amount
Give – be kind to your neighbours, smile at people, Kapiti Coast Funeral Home, your money is protected,
road and thinking about the routes we travel in our claimable remains the same. If you have wondered
donate goods, or help someone out who needs it. because all the money you prepay is held in trust
daily lives to get to our destinations safely, thinking of about prepaid funerals, but worry funeral prices will
Assist at a community event or your local school. independently of the Funeral Home and not held by
all the scenarios we may encounter. rise with inflation, plus, aren’t there on-going fees?
Become a volunteer for Age Concern Kāpiti, (this any individual Funeral Home or their bank.
Making sure we do everything possible to prevent
ticks all the boxes!). The Funeral Directors Association of NZ has created Also, the Funeral Trust is not an insurance policy.
accidents caused by distractions and giving us the
Be Active – walk with a friend instead of meeting at a pre-paid fund that has no fees and all interest goes No health checks or personal questions are needed.
feeling of being in control of our driving. It also
a cafe (pack your own). Check out any local exercise to the client. And to simplify the process, you can join
covers knowing what is expected of us and feeling
confident when we get behind the wheel. classes, get out in your garden or collect shells from online at www.thefuneraltrust.co.nz or call So why not take the onus off your family and arrange
the beach. Try getting off the bus a stop earlier. the Kapiti Coast Funeral Home, who will help you. an interest earning no fees pre-paid funeral.
Upcoming courses:
Participate in the Steady as You Go classes run by
Paraparaumu:
Age Concern Kāpiti. PREPAY PREPLAN YOUR FUNERAL
Monday, 7 March | Monday, 14 March
Monday, 4 April | Monday, 11 April Take Notice – think of three things every day to be Peace of mind
All above courses to be held in the Ignite Room, grateful for. Focus on one thing at a time. Try eating A prearranged farewell through The Funeral Trust will give you
Kapiti Impact Hub, 6 Tongariro Street. 10am - 2pm mindfully – savour the food. peace of mind knowing your wishes are understood.
Security of funds
Otaki: We would be keen to hear what you do to keep The money you put aside for your prearranged funeral is held in
Monday, 27 May yourself well. Let us know. The Funeral Trust for you. The Funeral Trust has been established
by the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand.
Venue still to be confirmed. 10am - 2pm If you are concerned about your mental health or
You decide
someone you know, you can get help from: Your arrangements are personal to you, it’s your decision.
Bookings are essential – (04) 298-8879 or use our • Family doctor • Free text or free phone 1737 Protect your family
0800 number: 0800 65 2 105 | Press 5 (Lower • Depression Helpline 0800 111 757 Your family is relieved of the responsibility of making difficult A prepaid funeral allows you to
North Island) | Press 3 (Kapiti) and you come directly decisions in very emotional circumstances. set aside money now to pay for
• Wellington Mental Health Crisis Team (Te Haika) your meaningful farewell.
to our office phone. 0800 745 477 (24/7) Financial Benefit
Sign up online or contact us
$10,000 deposited into The Funeral Trust plan is excluded from
• If it is an emergency phone 111. asset testing when assessing eligibility for a subsidy for long term
Lunch and refreshments provided by residential care. Interest is also paid to funds deposited, and the
www.thefuneraltrust.co.nz/why-plan-ahead
*Developed as part of a research project on Mental Capital and
Age Concern Kapiti. Wellbeing. https://mentalhealth.org.nz/five-ways-to-wellbeing prepaid plan is totally fees free.
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