Nor'West News: June 07, 2016

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SENIOR LIVING
PAULGER COURTS
RETIREMENT VILLAGE
PAULger coUrtS is a family owned and
oriented village. owners robyn and Peter
Macdonald truly appreciate the value and
importance of independence and on-going
community relationships to their residents,
whilst remaining a close-knit and supportive
community. our residents maintain their
community
attachments,
hobbies and
independence,
whilst
knowing that
support is
there if they
need it.
The village’s 34 semi-detached but private
units sit in landscaped grounds alongside
george Manning House, the purpose-built
eighty-one bed rest home and hospital.
on hand at gMH robyn and her team are
available to answer any questions or organise
any assistance the residents need.
Paulger courts units are designed to be
sunny, comfortable and easy to live in, whilst
relieving the residents of the burden of home
maintenance or reliance on family for urgent
assistance. With the supplied ‘never Alone’
alarm, the nightly security patrol and willing
staff, residents and their families can feel
reassured that help is at hand should it be
required.
The emphasis at Paulger courts is on
ensuring that it always remains a safe and
happy place for people to live, making
the move to a retirement village as easy a
transition
as possible.
“DON’T GET AROUND MUCH .. ANy MORE”
If this is your song, think again!
certAinLy, BALAnce and
muscle strength decline with
age and can have disastrous
consequences. But it’s never too
late to improve both. We can help
ourselves to remain independent.
it’s easy to make excuses, i’m
too tired, too old, too fat, too lazy.
if you want to change your life,
even at 90 it’s possible to improve
your leg muscle strength. it may
still be possible to maintain or
regain your balance and live the
life you want.
every year, one out of three
people aged 65 and over has a fall.
A few simple exercises can help
reduce your risk of falling and
keep you independent longer.
try standing on one foot for 10 seconds while waiting for the
kettle to boil. Heel to toe walk in the lounge. Looking straight
ahead, take 20 steps and imagine you are walking along a narrow
path.
For active people, most outdoor activities and tai chi and yoga
are excellent for both leg strengthening and balance.
For those less active or with mobility problems, seated exercises
can achieve results amazingly quickly. Simple Aircycle leg exercises
are effective, relaxing and enjoyable.
you can have coffee, chat on the phone or watch tV, while
relaxing with your Aircycle exerciser to boost circulation, increase
joint flexibility, strengthen calf and thigh muscles to help improve
your balance. Better balance and stronger muscles ensure greater
independence.
no one else can do it for you. your life is in your hands.
information and Aircycle orders to www.aircycle.co.nz, phone 04
569 5013 or post $44.90 to Aircycle, Po Box 45105 Waterloo,
Lower Hutt 5042
Paulger Courts Retirement Village
(in association with George Manning House Rest Home and Hospital)
Two-bedroom
units available,
prices from
$260,000
Enquiries welcome.
Please ring
‘‘
Robyn MacDonald
on 338-9164
weekdays
Spreydon, Christchurch
Family owned and oriented
Retirement Village for independent
living in a supportive environment.
‘‘
ARTHRITIS
Boost circulation and gently
exercise while you sit – it’s so easy!
FOR
Pain & stiffness
Swollen ankles
Night cramps
Painful hands
Balance & mobility
Sore legs/numb feet
Travel & office sitting
Stroke rehab/Parkinson’s
YOUR EASIEST STEP TO BETTER HEALTH
Only
$39 90
Available from pharmacies, Diabetes Christchurch,
More Mobility, Aspire Canterbury.
Information and mail orders
www.aircycle.co.nz or call 04 569 5013
Complementary therapies
and products
coMPLeMentAry Medicine includes treatments and products
that are not traditionally used in conventional medicine. They
range from ancient systems such as traditional chinese medicine
to treatments such as massage, acupuncture, herbal medicine
and aromatherapy. They emphasise a ‘wellness’ that comes from a
balance between the body and mind. The gap between conventional
medicine and complementary is starting to blur.
Before starting any treatment or product it is important to check
what evidence is available to suggest that it may work for you. Many
treatments are beginning to be backed up by scientific evidence.
However, for many others it is still unclear whether they are truly
effective, harmful or a waste of time and money.
Some supplements that may be beneficial for you:
Avocado, soybean, calcium & vitamin d, capsicum, folic acid, fish
oil, glucosamine & chondroitin and cherries.
Herbs can also be beneficial e.g. boswellia can be beneficial for
those with osteoarthritis. you may also consider tai chi, yoga and
relaxation techniques.
if you try complementary medicine treatment it is important
to discuss with your medical practitioner about any possible
interactions of the product with your current medical treatment.
Keep in mind that natural does not necessarily mean safe and
always tell your doctor of all the remedies you take.
Support and Resources for Independent Living
walkers to
purchase
(FroM $230)
or hire
$20
per week
Can we help you or someone you support?
Disability Information Service – a ‘one stop
information service’ which offers unbiased
advice to assist people navigate their way to
organisations or services that can provide them
with support or advice.
Aspire Canterbury Shop – shop online or call in
to our shop at 314 Worcester Street and view our
range of easier living products We also hire out
wheelchairs, ramps and walkers.
Total Mobility Discounted Taxi Service – a scheme
which provides 50% discounts on taxi journeys to
eligible people in the Christchurch area who, due
to health conditions, are unable to access public
transport. Contact us for more information on
03 366 9093 or visit our website.
New Mobile Service – Fun interactive presentations
of our information, services and easier living
equipment. We come to you! To book our
presenter to speak to your group call Shannon
at numbers below or email mobileservices@
aspirecanterbury.org.nz
Mobility scooter demonstrations available.
Aspire Canterbury is a not-for-profit organisation
providing services to the community since 1981
Physical Address:
314 Worcester Street
Linwood Christchurch
Postal Address:
PO Box 32074
Christchurch 8147
2015 NZ Disability
Information Centre
of the Year
Ph: 03 366 6189
Freephone: 0800 347 242
Ph: (Total Mobility) 03 366 9093
Mobile Service: 022 140 8213
E: admin@aspirecanterbury.org.nz
W: www.aspirecanterbury.org.nz