Citizens Advice Bureau Nelson Tasman
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Your local Citizens Advice Bureau recruiting now!
“I was surprised by the professionalism of the training. It was as good as any I’d attended in my working life,” said a recent graduate. “I certainly learned a lot about our community, and I appreciated the way my mentor encouraged me until… View moreYour local Citizens Advice Bureau recruiting now!
“I was surprised by the professionalism of the training. It was as good as any I’d attended in my working life,” said a recent graduate. “I certainly learned a lot about our community, and I appreciated the way my mentor encouraged me until I found my feet. Your colleagues help you, and you learn something new every shift.”
“You never know what you’re going to be asked” says one CAB volunteer. “Sometimes there’s no ‘official’ place to go for answers, so we use our local knowledge." Another says “We often help people who’ve bought something. We explain their legal rights and obligations and explain the various options. We don’t tell people what to do. Our aim is to help clients find the best solution for their particular circumstances.”
While the CAB Website, with answers to more than 2,500 common questions, is available 24/7, Nelson Tasman CAB recently opened satellite offices in Motueka (Community Centre, Mondays 9-noon) and Richmond (TDC Thursdays 10-1.00pm) which has increased the number of people seeking help. Although many still phone or email, having offices in these areas means clients now have the option of talking with someone face-to-face. Sometimes having an independent person listening to your worries helps put things into perspective.
And to be able to provide such a comprehensive, service free of charge to anyone, requires well trained volunteers.
If you are interested in joining the team of volunteers, CAB Nelson Tasman is recruiting now. There’s a mixture of classroom sessions and self-directed modules, before you sit with your mentor to gain practical experience.
Email nelsontasman@cab.org.nz or phone 03 5482117 for an information pack now. Training begins in May.
Our comprehensive training will give you confidence to help others find answers and options. You’ll access information and resources on many topics – but sometimes you’ll need to do a bit of creative thinking!
Training for 2024 begins in our Nelson office early May 2024.
For an Information … View moreOur comprehensive training will give you confidence to help others find answers and options. You’ll access information and resources on many topics – but sometimes you’ll need to do a bit of creative thinking!
Training for 2024 begins in our Nelson office early May 2024.
For an Information pack contact Citizens Advice Bureau Nelson Tasman on 03 5482117 or nelsontasman@cab.org.nz.
Applications close 31. March 2024.
Volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau is a highly rewarding role in a professionally run community organisation.
We are a friendly bunch and we’d love to welcome you!
Violence against women is not OK.
Can you donate a handbag of essential items to show women who arrive at Women’s Refuge, that the people of Nelson Tasman care?
After Grace Millane was killed in Auckland by a man she met on a dating app, her family set up the ‘Love, Grace’ charitable … View moreViolence against women is not OK.
Can you donate a handbag of essential items to show women who arrive at Women’s Refuge, that the people of Nelson Tasman care?
After Grace Millane was killed in Auckland by a man she met on a dating app, her family set up the ‘Love, Grace’ charitable appeal, to combine Grace’s love of handbags and their wish to help women fleeing violence.
CAB Nelson Tasman is a drop off point for handbags / sponge bags / essential items between Valentines Day (Feb 14) and International Womens Day (March 9), and these will be donated to Nelson Women’s Refuge to support women who’ve often left in extreme circumstances and arrive with nothing.
Attached is a poster with suggestions of suitable items for your individual bag, and we’re happy to receive just the bags (new) or several items so we can fill them up.
Drop Off at:
CAB Nelson Tasman, 9 Paru Paru Road, Nelson
ph 03 5482117 9am-4.30pm Mon-Fri Easy Parking.
Hello! We are open again in Nelson, Richmond and Motueka and happy to help with any of your questions.
Our well trained and knowledgeable volunteers will listen and offer options how to solve your situation - confidentiality and no judgment guaranteed.
We can help filling forms, understand … View moreHello! We are open again in Nelson, Richmond and Motueka and happy to help with any of your questions.
Our well trained and knowledgeable volunteers will listen and offer options how to solve your situation - confidentiality and no judgment guaranteed.
We can help filling forms, understand your rights and obligations, talk to government departments and much more. We can also help if English is your second language!
Come and see us in person or contact us on 03 548 2117 or nelsontasman@cab.org.nz.
Use this excellent FREE service in your community in 2024.
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