Franklin Hospice continues palliative care
As an essential service, Franklin Hospice will continue to support those with a life-limiting illness – and their families – throughout the COVID-10 pandemic. We are still caring for and supporting patients and their families, still accepting referrals and we remain available to provide advice and support to Franklin’s GP practices, retirement villages and rest homes. While the hospice building is currently in lockdown, rest assured that our staff are still hard at work and we are well set up for all our staff to work remotely. We are restricting home visits to those patients who must be visited but we are staying in contact with others via phone. A palliative care nurse will still be available after hours for urgent matters. For those with any concerns, call the hospice as usual on 09-238 9376
Potted colour
Express yourself with this artistic dip-dye paint effect using Resene paints. Find out how to create your own with these easy step by step instructions.
Commemorate Anzac Day on 25 April
Remember our servicemen and servicewomen past and present by attending an Anzac Day service on Thursday 25 April.
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Turn downsizing stress into strength
Downsizing can open the door to a new stage of your life that is rich in opportunity. However, it can be a daunting prospect. If you are embarking on a new chapter of life, the thought of shedding familiar possessions can feel even more stressful. This can be true even if the life changes are a good thing, such as a move to somewhere you will love to live.
Once you understand why you have this feeling, you can reframe it as creating a new environment that will support your present life while reminding you of your best experiences.
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