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Long shot here ... some years ago I attended a meeting held at the library re a new community housing initiative being planned in New Plymouth. A small community with communal areas - residents looking out for each other etc
Did this go ahead?
Does anyone have any contact details of those … View moreLong shot here ... some years ago I attended a meeting held at the library re a new community housing initiative being planned in New Plymouth. A small community with communal areas - residents looking out for each other etc
Did this go ahead?
Does anyone have any contact details of those planning this?
Thank you.
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Seasons for growth is a well-researched and respected early intervention education programme used in support of 6-18 year olds who have experienced a loss or major change in their family through death, parental separation or divorce, migration, imprisonment, fostering, relationship break-down or … View moreSeasons for growth is a well-researched and respected early intervention education programme used in support of 6-18 year olds who have experienced a loss or major change in their family through death, parental separation or divorce, migration, imprisonment, fostering, relationship break-down or any similar significant change.
It was written by Anne Graham, an Australian professor of Childhood Studies at Southern Cross University, NSW in 1996 and has been implemented in New Zealand since then. Since its beginning the programme has supported over 300,000 children and adolescents in New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Scotland, Ireland, England and Wales.
It is based on the belief that change and loss are part of life and grief is a normal response to these losses.
It is also based on the Tasks of Grieving model of William Worden and it uses the metaphor of the natural seasons as a vivid, symbolic and familiar framework for connecting and experiences of grief.
The programme runs over 8 one-hour weekly sessions. Pre-arranged small groups of similarly aged children or young people meet together for these 8 sessions. They are facilitated by screened, police- vetted and trained volunteers, known in the programme as “Companions”. These groups are mainly run in schools and usually during school hours, but sometimes after school. Many schools in Taranaki are familiar with this work and request to have the groups running for their students on a regular basis. The programme involves activities and discussion on topics including change, feelings, personal stories and self-care.
Groups run throughout Taranaki during each school term and each year there are 150 -200 youngsters participating in a group somewhere in the province.
There is currently a recruitment drive for volunteers to train as Companions for 2024
Important personal attributes include:
• Enjoy and care about children and young people, being fully committed to their safety
• Good listener and adaptable
• Be a team player, comfortable in group work and willing to learn
• Have some experience of change, loss and grief
• Have 2 hours a week for each 8-week program you facilitate.
• Have independent transport
• Police vetting requirement
Companion training for the Children’s and Young People’s Programme is being planned to run over two days on Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd March, in New Plymouth and there is an application process required prior to this.
Ongoing support and training for Companions is an integral part of this programme.
There is also training available for people interested in facilitating the Adult and Parent programmes as well as the LTI Programme for 5 – 18-year-olds living with loved ones who have serious illness.
If you are curious to learn more about any of the programmes and / or you are interested in becoming a Companion, please contact Wendy at Volunteering New Plymouth on 06 758 8986, Email: admin@vnp.nz or Ph / Text 022 571 4228 to take the next step.
Beautifully crafted chair - suitable for character and modern interior designs.
No borer. Replacement veneer/ply seat.
Message me thru Neighbourly or text Shelley - 022 302 9407. Thanks.
*** proceeds to the Val Deakin Dance Theatre Trust, New Plymouth
$35
Fabulous 1920s? 30s? sofa - original fabric still there.
Needs work - springs need doing (after 100 years to be expected!) but structurally sound.
Once repaired you will have a gem of a classic sofa.
Text Shelley 022 302 9407
***Proceeds to the Val Deakin Dance Theatre Trust, New Plymouth.
… View moreFabulous 1920s? 30s? sofa - original fabric still there.
Needs work - springs need doing (after 100 years to be expected!) but structurally sound.
Once repaired you will have a gem of a classic sofa.
Text Shelley 022 302 9407
***Proceeds to the Val Deakin Dance Theatre Trust, New Plymouth.
Price: $80
Very good condition - hardly used.
Proceeds to Val Deakin Dance Theatre Trust, New Plymouth.
Text Shelley 022 302 9407
Price: $500 or make us a fair offer
Have you nominated a small business in your community yet? The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards close this week!
Whether you know a great plumber, supermarket, mechanic, bookstore, hairdresser, gardener, pharmacy, builder, shoe store, cafe or electrician - show some love to a small business and… View moreHave you nominated a small business in your community yet? The Prospa Local Business Hero Awards close this week!
Whether you know a great plumber, supermarket, mechanic, bookstore, hairdresser, gardener, pharmacy, builder, shoe store, cafe or electrician - show some love to a small business and make a nomination today.
You'll not only help drum up some support for them in your community, you could also help them win a $10,000 prize package. Plus if your nomination is a regional finalist you'll win a $100 Prezzy® card too!
The sweetest time of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve put together a great deal that will make it even sweeter.
Bennetto Chocolate has helped us put together an amazing chocolate box that’ll be the perfect addition to an NZ House & Garden subscription this Easter. Simply … View moreThe sweetest time of the year is just around the corner, and we’ve put together a great deal that will make it even sweeter.
Bennetto Chocolate has helped us put together an amazing chocolate box that’ll be the perfect addition to an NZ House & Garden subscription this Easter. Simply purchase a 1 or 2-year subscription to NZ House & Garden and the Easter Bunny will deliver you a Bennetto Chocolate Box worth $50 for FREE! T&Cs Apply.
Enjoy,
The team at NZ House & Garden
I am looking for Davies B1 pumps that are no longer in use.
So if you have any of these lurking outside or in the dump - please let me know.
Main interest is the B1 variants.
Will consider almost any condition.
Don’t miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million dollars.
Featuring three bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, this home is waiting for its new owner.… View moreDon’t miss out! For only $15 a ticket, you could be in to win this brand-new, fully furnished Jennian home in Pegasus, Christchurch worth almost $1 million dollars.
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The National Party introduced their policy called 'teaching the basics brilliantly' last year regarding changing school curriculums. They are referring to reading, writing and maths.
However, some people believe school should actually be more practical, teaching kids to change tyres … View moreThe National Party introduced their policy called 'teaching the basics brilliantly' last year regarding changing school curriculums. They are referring to reading, writing and maths.
However, some people believe school should actually be more practical, teaching kids to change tyres and balance their finances. Thinking about all the skills that have benefited you over the years, tell us what would be taught at your School of Life?
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When you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you … View moreWhen you move to a Ryman village, the last thing you need to think about are unexpected costs. We offer financial security with rates, home insurance, exterior maintenance and gardening all covered under one fixed base weekly fee*, meaning once you’ve moved in you can focus on the things you enjoy.
Find out more about our living options today and get ready for a new lifestyle.
*Weekly fee’s only increase if you change from independent living to serviced apartment living, or you add extra care options.
Miniature bath bombs. Great for the kids at bath time. Assorted fragrances. All made with quality Fragrance oils
Sit these in the corner of the shower and let the droplets of water release the amazing aromas. 5 different varieties available. All made with menthol crystals
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