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Everyday people, everyday places,
everyday things
27 October 2020
Our favourite places.... Waimarama Beach
Kia Ora,
How great was that extra-long weekend??? And
that weather, stunning weekend! I love how
Hawke's Bay was clever enough to tack on our
Anniversary day to Labour weekend. Now we just
have the run down to Christmas, only 65 sleeps to
go, but who's counting ;-)
Don't forget to check out who in our team at DRC team loves
Waimarama.
Please feel free to email in a photo of your favourite local spot,
remember to tell us why is special to you.
information@drchb.org.nz
A positive COVID story in the form of a
magical fairy tale for everyone
"Children don't always understand everything when we just tell
them, stories and books are ways to help them understand the stuff
happening around them better, and to see the good, not just the bits
that were maybe frightening during lockdown."
Paper Plus Stratford owner-operator Margie Hodgetts says the book
has a powerful message she thinks every child should hear,
especially about COVID.
Read more here and there's even the chance to win a copy for your
family
DRC Living Life Connected
Team Updates
Turning Point - Community Participation
Turning Point continues to provide a service assisting people with
disabilities to be valued contributors to their community, helping
them to have the confidence, skills and support of their families and
friends to reach their potential. Our Friday gym group were fortunate
to receive a grant from the annual Barry Whelan Scholarship. This
grant allows the group to train under the guidance of Natalie at
Complex Forme every Friday morning during term time. This week
the DRC Sunday Superhero is Kiel from Turning Point - you can
read Kiel's Facebook story here
Turning Point - Transition
It's that time to start thinking about 2021 for those ORS students
who will be leaving school. Our transition team is happy to come
out and visit your school to share how we can continue to support
you on your life adventure. Please call us on 06 873 8210 to
arrange a time for a chat, either at your school or here at our centre.
Network Personnel
The team is busy here creating and updating cv's, and supporting
clients in their job placements. Do you have a long-term disability
(six months or more) that is impacting your ability to find
employment? Perhaps we can help, give us a call on 06
8738210. We are always on the lookout for job
placement opportunities so if you are looking for that extra bit of
help, or know someone who is, please call us on 06 8738210.
Scopze
Last week our annual visit to the Hawkes Bay A&P show was
replaced by a visit to White Pine Bush, near Lake Tutira. The crew
all chipped in on Monday and helped make and bake a couple of
yummy slices to take. And instead of our usual Wednesday cooking
group, we packed up a fresh buns and yummy fillings and headed
away to enjoy a picnic under the shade of the gorgeous kahikatea
trees. It was a truly perfect day indeed!
Last reminder, it's Boccia weekend in the
Bay! Hope to see you there.
Liam from EIT recently let us know about a great new
initiative especially for anyone technologically
challenged.
Get Started IT is a beginner level IT course with a focus on one to one
learning, ages 16 and up are welcome and no previous IT knowledge is
required.
The course is not only focused on computers but also tablets and mobile
devices e.g phones. This course is focused around personal learning,
meaning if you only want to learn how to work your phone then that will be
the focus on your learning.
Show me where to sign up Liam :-)
The training year goes from February to the end of November in a normal year so there is only the balance of October and November before Special Olympics finishes for the year. Ten pin and swimming are full at the moment and names would have to go onto a waiting list. However, there is room at Bocce, golf, football and basketball though. Any queries please let me know Kind Regards Margaret Margaret Baker Sports Co-ordinator Special Olympics Hawke’s Bay margaret.mary.baker@gmail.com 021 421249
This is a fantastic resource tool created by the Autism CRC, that helps to guide young people in identifying their strengths, interests, learning and environmental preferences and then matching this information to potential careers and employment pathways. MyWAY Employability is completely free, and the personalised career planner is simple to use. The features include: - Exploring career interests - Exploring strengths and sensory profile - Setting up and tracking of goals - Setting up a support team To check it out, click here: https://www.mywayemployability.com.au/. You can also check out the introductory video to myWAY Employability by clicking here: https://youtu.be/A8AtoHFbXWo. Note that this tool is not owned or run by Autism New Zealand and is being shared on behalf. Remember, if you have any questions then you can contact your find a local Outreach Coordinator by clicking here: https://www.autismnz.org.nz/support- from-us/
Parent2Parent Support Groups Hawkes Bay
Does your child/teenager/young adult have a disability, special need or
health impairment? Would you like to meet other parents? Share
experiences? Access information? Get support and meet new friends? Come
along and meet other parents of children with different abilities in a relaxed
and informal coffee group. You can drop in for as long or as short a time as
suits you.
All welcome, no need to RSVP. Meet-ups are once a month for this year and
looking at extending that with different times next year. You are welcome to
just come along and or let Blanche know 020 40118711 or
email hawkesbay@parent2parent.org.nz and she will welcome you to the
group! Just ask at the counter to point you in my direction on your arrival.
What's on in the Bay?
28 October
Shake Rattle & Roll - A music and dance group for adults with intellectual
disabilities to socialise and have fun. Each Wednesday 10.00am to
11.15am. Napier Baptist Church, 36 Riverbend Rd, Maraenui. $3.00
includes morning tea (caregivers free). For more info contact Gail on 027
495 5172Multiple Sclerosis HB Multiple Steps for M.S. Napier Soundshell, Marine
Parade Napier from 5pm see flier above in this newsletter for all the details.
30 October
Altogether Autism - By Autistics for Autistics Zoom group for adults, every
Friday 2pm, register at info@altogetherautism.org.nz
31 October
All Abilities Basketball - Hastings Sports Centre, Railway Road, Hastings.
$5 for more information contact Margaret Baker
31 October Boccia Workshop Day - Pettigrew Green Arena 11.30am-
1.30pm. Come and learn more about the game, coaching and refereeing
with Scott from Boccia. For more info contact Evelyn on 06 844 4636 - ext
6668 or Duncan on 06 844 9878
01 November
Megawalk This social event, now in its 13th successful year and is all about
getting people out for a walk to enjoy the fabulous scenery that makes
Hawke’s Bay so special. As with previous years there will be four events, to
cater to all fitness levels and physical abilities. We have a varied array of
participants from the very young to the young at heart and the finely tuned
athletes to those with physical challenges who each year inspire us and
show great determination in completing the event.
Visit www.megawalk.co.nz for full details and how to register.
Boccia Have a Go Day Pettigrew Green Area 1pm-3pm for more info see
the flier in the newsletter above
03 November
Multiple Sclerosis HB Take time for a Coffee Break!!! Tuesday, CHB, Zinc
Café, Waipukurau 10.30am
Bay Autism Support Coffee group at Empire Coffee Roaster, Napier - 10 am
onward.04 November Parent2Parent Waipukurau Coffee Support Group. Come and have a coffee with us at Hatuma Cafe, on us. See above for more details Shake Rattle & Roll - A music and dance group for adults with intellectual disabilities to socialise and have fun. Each Wednesday 10.00am to 11.15am. Napier Baptist Church, 36 Riverbend Rd, Maraenui. $3.00 includes morning tea (caregivers free). For more info contact Gail on 027 495 5172 05 November Parent2Parent Hastings Coffee Support Group Come have a coffee with us at Bay Expresso, Karamu Road, on us - see above for more details 07 November Parent2Parent Taradale Coffee Support Group Come have a coffee with us at Bay Expresso, Gloucester Street, on us - see above for more details 09 November Multiple Sclerosis HB Monday Group St Thomas More Parish Hall,92 Wycliffe Street, Onekawa, Napier 9.30am till 2.30pm Contact Julie on 06 8433000 Peer Support Indoor Bowls, Boccia, Cards, Bingo lots of laughs with people who have been there and can give some great advice Bring your lunch or we will order takeaway (cost involved)If you need transport please let me know so a Group taxi can be arranged. Big Welcome to all the new people coming to the Monday Group 12 November Multiple Sclerosis HB Take time for a Coffee Break!!! Café Divine, Summerset Village, Ada Street, Hastings 10.30am
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Wellness kete online to help nurture mental healthWhy Waimarama is my favourite local spot...
It's a great place to relax with my family, we have made many lasting memories
here.
Allen DRCHB
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