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Alzheimers Society
Arthritis NZ
Asthma Society
Dunedin Budget Advisory Service
Citizens Advice Bureau
Carers' Society Otago
Disability Information Service
Epilepsy NZ
Toroa Radio
MEISS
Problem Gambling
Stroke Foundation
Richmond NZ
Volunteering Otago
ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY
STATEMENT:-
- provides information on Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders
- provides information on services available in your area
- offers support for caregivers and families
- offers support for people in the early stages of dementia
- hold carers meetings
- provides educational resources
- provides speakers for community groups
- raises community awareness
- publishers newsletter
- advocates for better services for people with dementia and their caregivers.
ARTHRITIS NZ
STATEMENT:-
- we regularly promote awareness of arthritis, the organization and our services
- we represent the interests of people affected by arthritis
- we advocate for improved services for people with arthritis including access to appropriate treatments and timely intervention by arheumatologists
- provide regular newsletters
- exercise and hydrotherapy classes
- specialist groups
- work directly with clients to assist them to self-manage their arthritis.
ASTHMA SOCIETY
STATEMENT:-
- promote public awareness and understanding of asthma and related conditions
- promote patient understanding of asthma and development of self management skills
- represent and advocate on behalf of people with respiratory disease
- encourage continuous learning and update knowledge about respiratory disease among health professionals
- support scientific research.
DUNEDIN BUDGET ADVISORY SERVICE
STATEMENT:-
- provide a free, confidential one to one, financial management service
- to promote awareness of the need for good money management
- to provide and promote education in money matters
- to provide information, support and access to resources
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PO Box 5222 DUNEDIN
Ph 03 4716158
Fax 03 4716159
Email: dbas@xtra.co.nz
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CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
STATEMENT:-
- we provide information on consumer rights
- education and training
- work & unemployment
- legal advice, disputes and human rights and many other issues
- we help put you in touch with services you need, help you find answers to difficult questions and work with you to sort out problems
- is part of a nationwide Citizens Advice Bureau + workers are volunteers specially trained to listen to you and provide the information or advice you need
- it's confidential and it's free.
CARERS' SOCIETY OTAGO
STATEMENT:-
- provide information on benefits and entitlements
- respite care
- carer support
- community services
- aids in the home and other supports
- newsletter
- provide an advocate to help carers work through any difficulties they may have e.g. Work & Income, health workers, or other professionals.
DISABILITY INFORMATION SERVICE
STATEMENT:-
- provide information on disability and health related issues
- directory of health and disability related groups in Otago
- accessible accommodation guide for Otago
- the digest quarterly newsletter
- access to fund view
- we facilitate the Fieldworkers Network Group
- we facilitate community projects
- free internet use to access http://www.weka.net.nz/, a comprehensive disability information site.
EPILEPSY NEW ZEALAND
STATEMENT:-
- work alongside people newly diagnosed with epilepsy to establish an understanding of the condition as it affects each individual
- support families and carers of the person with epilepsy
- provide up-to-date information
- provide advocacy and support for the person with epilepsy
- offer counseling or referrals to appropriate providers
- offer a support network providing social contact on an individual or group basis
- liaise with other services for the provision of client needs when appropriate
- provide education to schools, tertiary bodies, community groups, workplaces etc.
TOROA RADIO
STATEMENT:-
- broadcasts throughout the Otago region on 1575 kHz AM, and on the web through our website.
- is Dunedin's Community Access Radio Station - provides the community with time on the radio.
- is true local community radio.
- aims to provide all members of the community and community groups with the resources to make their own radio programme, about any subject at all.
- has around 83 members (including community groups) from all areas of the community, all making their own individual programmes.
- the founding principle of Access Radio is "by, for and about the local community" - the idea that people can always tell their own stories best without intereference or editorial control, and that local people need an opportunity to hear real local voices telling real local stories.
MEISS
STATEMENT:-
- ME/CFS is an illness that may leave sufferers exhausted after minimal activities
- causes neurological problems and physical symptoms
- we provide support with monthly newsletter for members
- advocacy with health providers
- monthly support groups
- resource information
- telephone support
- co-coordinator visits to regions.
PROBLEM GAMBLING
STATEMENT:-
- problem gambling affects the person gambling, their family, friends, employer and the wider community
- we offer a variety of confidential groups for gamblers
- gambling harm reduction
- stress management
- gamble-free lifestyles
- communications skills
- relationship skills
- relapse and aftercare
- multi-family groups
- service is provided by experienced and qualified health professionals
- strict confidentiality is always maintained.
STROKE FOUNDATION OF NZ INC
STATEMENT:-
- we provide support for stroke related problems
- we assist with transport and club activities
- regular meetings in a warm environment with easy access
- guest speakers on a variety of topics
- gentle exercises
- occasional outings.
RICHMOND NZ
STATEMENT:-
- we offer a service to people dealing with alcohol and drug abuse we offer an initial confidential assessment
- monitoring of detoxification on a day to day basis
- support for family/whanau or friends
- education & information
- referral to other agencies as necessary
- liaison/consultation with GP's.
VOLUNTEERING OTAGO
STATEMENT:-
- we actively promote volunteering as a basic human activity
- we offer volunteering opportunities to match those interests and skills
- we offer training and support
- we offer follow-up meetings where you can share your experience with other volunteers
- we actively encourage and assist individuals or groups within their community to participate in voluntary activities.
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