Be Active
BE ACTIVE! Come along to our brand new low-impact exercise class! Perfect for seniors & those with limited mobility, we have a qualified instructor who will adjust the class to your need. Using bands, small weights and massage balls and a mix of seated/standing movements. You can also stay seated for the class. Free morning tea for the first two classes (dependant on COVID guidelines). Wednesdays 11.15am, starting 2nd Sept. $2-$4. Please register for updates with saskia@mmcc.org.nz or 04 388 1944. www.facebook.com...
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.
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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Minimalist Design in Apartment Living
Ryman’s Charles Upham Retirement Village resident Di is a former fashion designer, artist and self-confessed shoe hoarder who travels, still paints and has stamped her eclectic minimalist style on her apartment.
She gives us her top 3 design tips on how she’s turned her space into a beautiful home.