Respite and Carer Support
Respite care is a great short break option for a family member or loved one that also helps give carers some time out to recharge the batteries. There are a range of circumstances which might require respite overnight or support for day care.
It could be needed after a hospital stay or just as a little extra support for caregivers. Respite care ranges from a few days and even up to a few weeks. A loved one, who lives in their own home, will have their short respite stay in one of our village centres.
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Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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81.9% Yes
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15.3% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
Think You’ve Got the Answer? Today’s Riddle Says ‘Prove It’!
If eleven plus two equals one, what does nine plus five equal?
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'Write for Rights' day on Saturday 7 December
Amnesty International’s movement of ten million celebrates the world’s biggest human rights event on Human Rights Day on 10 December. New Zealanders will take action to stand up for freedom, justice and equality through its 'Write for Rights' day on Saturday 7 December.
Date: Saturday 7 December
Time 2.00 - 4.30pm
Venue: Friends Meeting House, 30 Nile St, Nelson.
Our collective action pressures authorities around the world to bring those responsible for human rights abuses to justice, and to free people wrongfully imprisoned. Here in Nelson our annual gathering to write letters and send messages of support to victims of human rights abuses around the world will take place at the Friends Meeting House on Saturday 7 December.
Please bring a small contribution for a shared afternoon tea. Tea and coffee will be provided.
And please encourage others concerned about human rights issues to come too - all are welcome!
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