St John Caring Callers/ Reo Manaaki
St John as most of us know are responsible for our ambulance service, however they are so much more than that; and this week we are focusing on a service that no many of us know about – I certainly did not know until talking with Rebecca and learnt about the Caring Callers.
A caring kōrero (chat) can make a difference.
Caring Caller is a free service where friendly volunteers call lonely people for a catch up, helping them feel less alone. For whānau and friends who do not live close by, this provides comfort that their loved one has support and friendship.
Caring Caller is a programme led by volunteers who offer friendship to individuals with various health and wellbeing needs. There are standards in place to make sure everyone stays safe, and the aim is always to help people in a way that suits them best.
Are there criteria?
Time is the most important thing; this could be just 15min a call or longer if you are finding you are both engaged in conversations.
As part of this service a regular call to your client and at least 12 months to build a genuine connection with the person you are calling
Good communication and caring nature
An appreciation for different cultures will also help you.
You will need to be a NZ Citizen or have a valid NZ work or residence visa
All volunteers are required to have a Police check
As a Caring Caller what will you do?
You can make someone’s day with a friendly korero / chat. Locally St John are looking for people who can give time and make lasting friendships. They make it easier by matching you with someone that has similar interests to you.
As part of this you:
Call on agreed days for a good chat and be a friendly voice
Provide an important community service, to people who need it.
You may even build a lasting friendship with the person you call (this happens often)
Is there training and support?
Yes there is ongoing guidance training and support for all Caring Callers
Where can you learn more?
If you are interested to learn more about the work of St John Caring Callers programme, listen to Volly Voices on Access Radio 104.4fm on Sunday July 21st, at 2pm when Rebecca chats about what is happening at St John and how they support the community and what is involved.
This can also be listened to on the Monday July 22nd on:
Spotify open.spotify.com...
Apple Podcast podcasts.apple.com...
Access Radio website www.accessradiotaranaki.com...
Volunteering New Plymouth website www.volunteeringnewplymouth.org.nz...
Who can you contact?
If you curious to learn more about any of the activities and / or you are interested in becoming a volunteer with Hato Hone St John please contact Wendy at Volunteering New Plymouth on 06 758 8986; E: admin@vnp.nz or Ph / Text: 022 571 4228 to take the next step.
Poll: Should we be giving the green light to new mining projects? 💰🌲
The Environmental Protection Authority announced this week that a proposed mine in Central Otago (near Cromwell) is about to enter its fast-track assessment process. A final decision could come within six months, and if it’s approved, construction might start as early as mid-2026.
We want to know: Should mining projects like this move ahead?
Keen to dig deeper? Mike White has the scoop.
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53.1% Yes
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46.9% No
‘Tis the season to not get scammed ...
As Christmas gift shopping moves increasingly online, scammers are ramping up their activity across the country.
Dunedin’s Investigation Support Unit is seeing more and more people fall victim to scams and other fraudulent activity, particularly on Facebook Marketplace.
There are a few ways to avoid the scams and keep yourself safe doing online trades this holiday season, says Southern District Service Delivery Manager Senior Sergeant Dalton.
🔒 “A good first step when looking to purchase something on Marketplace is to check when the seller’s Facebook profile was created. If it’s very recent, there is a higher risk that they have just created this account for a one-off fake item.”
🔒 Another important step is to make sure the seller’s profile name and bank account name match up. “We’re seeing a lot of scammers claiming their bank account name is different because it belongs to their partner or family member - that’s a huge red flag."
🔒 “When you’re selling, never trust a screenshot anyone sends you showing that payment has been made. Check your own bank account to make sure a payment has gone through."
🔒 “Quite frankly, it’s best for all parties to agree to pay, or be paid, for items in cash and in-person. Ideally in a public place with CCTV coverage."
🔒 "If you’re buying a car, check Carjam.co.nz to see if it’s stolen or if there’s money owed on it.”
A reminder: Suspicious activity can be reported on 105
Silent Auction
Red Cross New Plymouth 18 Gover st have amazing items in our silent auction a PlayStation One, antique vase, clock, model helicopter that flies, mahjong set, pink impression glass bowls put your best bid in. Closes Saturday 13th December at 3.00pm. We are open 7 days
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