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Dementia Hawke's Bay is hosting an education Workshop. Please share this around as it would be of benefit to ANYONE who has ANYTHING to do with Dementia. Whether you are a Nurse, Doctor, carer, family member or in a community business who may come into contact with Dementia sufferers like … View moreDementia Hawke's Bay is hosting an education Workshop. Please share this around as it would be of benefit to ANYONE who has ANYTHING to do with Dementia. Whether you are a Nurse, Doctor, carer, family member or in a community business who may come into contact with Dementia sufferers like Pharmacies, Hairdressers, Bank workers ...... I could go on. With the guest speakers and experts in the field, this will be educational, thought-provoking and inspirational. Not to mention the awesome lunch that will be provided by Pure Catering! 😋 This can also count towards your professional development hours if you are in the care/ health industry. It is being held at the Havelock North Function Centre on the 17th of October from 8:30am till 2:30pm. Message me if your interested to know more!
The Greens have announced support for voting at 16.
Green party co-leader James Shaw said he saw "switched on" young people demanding to be heard by politicians. They were desperately unhappy about the decisions political leaders were making about their futures.
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Hi Neighbours and Friends,
Nice to see the sun shining in Hastings today.
Hooray for the school holidays!
I love having the kids at home.
Hey, talking of kids, I wonder if you have thought about doing a job for your kids to help them stay well if you die?
As a funeral celebrant, … View moreHi Neighbours and Friends,
Nice to see the sun shining in Hastings today.
Hooray for the school holidays!
I love having the kids at home.
Hey, talking of kids, I wonder if you have thought about doing a job for your kids to help them stay well if you die?
As a funeral celebrant, working with adult children when their Mum or Dad has died has opened my eyes to all kinds of things that families struggle with. Apart from the obvious grief of the loss of a parent, I see the next biggest hurdle is 'knowledge and time'.
There are so many things that as parents we 'know', but if we die, our kids may need or want to find out, and it takes them hours and hours, and sometimes they still can't find the answers.
And sometimes they get it wrong and it takes even longer to change the decision or information.
The same applies to your spouse. If you die, your spouse has to make many decisions and some of them, they might know, but others they might not know.
However, you know, or you can think about it and make a decision.
For example, I had a family recently, and they had arrived from out of town as their Mum had died. They didn't have a clue which funeral home to phone. They had no idea of which undertaker to call. So, they made a decision. The chosen funeral director and funeral home did a great job. The parent had been embalmed, clothes for parent had been selected, casket chosen, flowers, date and time for the funeral all set BUT the family had not realized that the funeral home they had chosen was not attached to the chapel they wanted. They had no idea that the chapel they wished to use belonged to a particular funeral home.
So no you can't use a funeral director from one funeral home and then 'borrow' the chapel belonging to another funeral home. It is like you can't turn up to The Mission for Dinner and ask Elephant Hill to deliver your dinner. The children had looked in the Will to see what the parent had wanted. All it said was to be cremated. That was it! Nothing else. So, then the family decided to 'flip-flop' between funeral homes. This way they got the chapel they wanted.
The stress, anxiety and clear extra upset were all huge.
It had not dawned on me that people didn't know that some venues like the Sailing Club, the Havelock North Function Centre, or a church if you belong to that church, can all be used by any of the funeral directors, but funeral chapels belong to individual funeral homes, and if you want to use one of them, you must use their funeral directors. This extra upset and stress could have all been saved if the parent had left their instructions and wishes clear.
So, my plea is simple- if you are a spouse or a parent, or you are on your own and your friends will have to make decisions about what to do when you die, please make sure you have your instructions for them to find and tell them where they are. At the very least, go and visit the funeral homes, get prices and work out whom you like and which funeral home you want to go through.
And please, write down the names of your parents, and where you were born! If you wish to do more than this and provide excellent quality information that almost every family needs - I have created a handy dandy KIT that has everything that I can think of that will make life so much easier for your family if you die.
Buy one, fill it in, and tell your family where it is.
A bit like your earthquake KIT.
Pack it, Park it, Put it on a shelf, and it can be Pulled out when it is needed!
Doesn't mean the house has not flooded or fallen down, but it does mean you have your torch, water, batteries, and emergency blanket, food etc. to help you get through.
Same thing with THE KIT. Doesn't mean you have not died!
But it will help your loved ones to stay well and get through in a much safer way.
If you would like The KIT, they are in three different colours (while in stock), *Turquoise/Blue/Silver
*Light Pink
*Green
Full Price is $25
Discount till the end of October for Neighbourly $20 - please say "Neighbourly"
For two people living at the same address, $5 extra for the secondary document required. The rest can be shared.
Collect in Hastings CBD - bring cash with you
Enquire about delivery costs. Internet banking or cash.
The KIT is extensive and has the scaffolding all there for you to fill in.
The feedback from the KITs has been positive.
There are 4 documents inside that give you all kinds of information.
Knowledge is power, and it means you are in control of what happens.
Moreover, it takes a colossal burden off your family and friends.
To Order please:
Email: RhondaDiprose@gmail.com
Text: 0278299984
Have a good weekend.
Blessings
Rhonda Diprose
Funeral Celebrant Hawke's Bay
Estate Furniture - 6 Various Guitars - Appliances - Model Busses - Wardrobes etc etc
Viewing & Bids Welcome: Weekdays 8-5 Late Night Tuesday to 6pm
Hey everyone, I'm a full time House and pet Sitter (since 2011) and my current sit is coming to an end, I have some availability during October and the first week of December if you are heading away.
You can learn more about me through my posts, photo's, video's and testimonials on … View moreHey everyone, I'm a full time House and pet Sitter (since 2011) and my current sit is coming to an end, I have some availability during October and the first week of December if you are heading away.
You can learn more about me through my posts, photo's, video's and testimonials on www.facebook.com...
You'll find me warm and friendly (+ non smoker). I work for myself as a creative at 'home' and I have spent a good portion of of each year overseas donating my biz services (www.drawerfullofgiants.com), hence becoming a House Sitter, as its afforded me the flexibility to be available to anyone wanting my support overseas. This year I've made the HB my base as my folks moved to Takapau 4 yrs ago in the little RV community out there, while my 26yr old is adulting in Hamilton and is pretty cool about mum visiting only lol.
Now is a great time to check fire alarm batteries and make sure emergency supplies are well stocked and up to date.
It's that time again! Daylight saving is this weekend. So don't forget - clocks spring forward one hour this Sunday morning. #theregoesthesleepin
New Zealand Red Cross Delivers around 120,000 Meals on Wheels every year to people in Central Hawkes Bay, Hastings, Havelock North, Taradale and Napier areas.
Volunteering is a fun, rewarding experience. Being a Meals on Wheels driver takes about an hour, one day a week, fortnight or month, … View moreNew Zealand Red Cross Delivers around 120,000 Meals on Wheels every year to people in Central Hawkes Bay, Hastings, Havelock North, Taradale and Napier areas.
Volunteering is a fun, rewarding experience. Being a Meals on Wheels driver takes about an hour, one day a week, fortnight or month, depending on your availability.
If you're friendly, have a clean full NZ driver's licence and are keen to help, we'd love to have you on our team.
Call Angela Mentzer on (06) 871 5401 to find out more.
Hi Michelle
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We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff at Mr Rental Hastings for their fantastic service over the last few months. The furniture we rented was excellent and the bed was super comfortable, the delivery and pick up service was really good and the guys … View moreHi Michelle
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We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff at Mr Rental Hastings for their fantastic service over the last few months. The furniture we rented was excellent and the bed was super comfortable, the delivery and pick up service was really good and the guys couldn't have been more helpful and punctual.
We would have no hesitation in using Mr Rental Hastings again and would recommend them to any individual or business requiring a prompt and professional service.
Best Regards
Gay & John
a young family with 2 primary school daughters looking in reasonable areas of napier for a 3 bedroom, stand alone, with a garage home. We can afford in the mid $400ks, you can contact me on 0226247193 thanks all
Personal assistance means just that to me. I am more than just your P.A. in an office - I clean, put on, hang out and/or bring in and fold your washing, organise and tidy whatever household area needs it. Treat yourself to a chore free weekend by using my services during the week! Imagine the … View morePersonal assistance means just that to me. I am more than just your P.A. in an office - I clean, put on, hang out and/or bring in and fold your washing, organise and tidy whatever household area needs it. Treat yourself to a chore free weekend by using my services during the week! Imagine the benefits of having additional family time with no jobs nagging at the back of your mind. Pure bliss!! Police check available. Currently available Monday, Wednesday and Friday next week. Tuesday and Thursday are already gone!! PM me, email myflexipa@gmail.com or call 021 1631 341. 25.00 an hour. Be great to hear from you!
NZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast … View moreNZ House & Garden House Tours are hitting the regions for 2020!
Book your next summer weekend away now for a chance to step inside the pages of one of New Zealand’s favourite magazines!
Join us for a day of indulgence visiting exquisite homes and gardens, all in support of Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. For the last eleven years, the magazine has handpicked five fabulous locations around the country and this time we are delighted to be heading to the Bay of Islands, Taupō, New Plymouth, Blenheim and Dunedin.
For more information and to secure your tickets for an inspiring day out exploring New Zealand's region, please visit our website.
I have a Morrison Exercycle for sale. Good working order and very strong. Any reasonable offer can take it away.
MetService has issued a strong wind watch for Hawke's Bay south of Hastings.
Valid: 9 hours from 6:00pm Wednesday to 3:00am Thursday.
Forecast: Westerly winds may approach severe gales at times.
An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00am Wednesday 25 Sep 2019.
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