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10 Safe Haven for Women Saving Lives Would you know what to do in an emergency? St John is one of the leading providers of first aid training in Canterbury. Teaching people first aid skills is critically important - first aid can help save a life. St John began in New Zealand 130 years ago and was started by community-minded people who were eager to promote first aid skills and training to the public. Saving lives and helping others was very important to them and still is. They believe everyone should have some level of first aid ability, as accidents and medical emergencies can happen anywhere, anytime. St John First Aid courses provide the necessary knowledge and confidence to provide effective first aid whenever it’s required. Courses range from basic first aid training and industryspecific modules through to advanced resuscitation for hospital employees. Booking is easy either with a scheduled course or group bookings can be arranged at St John or your own home. If you would like to know what to do in an emergency and would like to save someone’s life, a first aid course with St John’s qualified instructors will ensure you have all the skills you need when the time comes to save someone’s life. Visit www.stjohn.org.nz/ firstaid or phone 0800 FIRST AID (0800 347 782) to book your first aid course today. The Women’s Centre has been a pillar of support to the women of Christchurch for 30 years. Unique in the broad range of services the Women’s Centre provides, it offers women a safe, supportive, affirming, and women-only environment where they can come to enjoy social interaction, share information and resources and receive in-depth one-to-one counseling sessions. For many women the centre is a place to work through difficult issues, find support, gather information, or simply a safe haven where they can rest before going out into the world again. Offering extensive networks the Women’s Centre can provide information and links to appropriate agencies and organisations who can offer further, and sometimes more specialised, assistance. Helping women to feel safe, well informed, accepted and confident, the Women’s Centre plays a vital role in women’s lives to help them become a positive influence for their children, family and friends, and the wider community. Help available for New Zealand Superannuation clients this winter • Purchasing a heat source There may be assistance for the cost of purchasing a portable heater. • Heating costs Assistance may be available to provide help with additional electricity, gas or heating costs that a person has because of an on-going disability. • Assistance with heating costs There may be recoverable assistance available for electricity, gas or firewood. Note - Applicants must meet a number of criteria. Seniors clients can access further information on the Ministry of Social Development website www.msd.govt.nz click on - What we can do for Seniors, or phone us on 0800 552 020. Are you prepared? St John encourages everyone in the community to learn skills to look after themselves - and others. Do a St John First Aid course - learn how to help someone else. For more information, call 0800 FIRST AID or visit www.stjohn.org.nz Drop in Mon to Fri 10am -2pm 573 -579 Colombo Street, near South City Phone 371 74<strong>14</strong> / 022 105 530 (9am - 4pm) Website www.womenscentre.co.nz
A New Concept in Health 11 Longhurst Allied Health is a new purpose-built medical centre in Halswell that offers a broad scope of health and medical services under one roof. Each specialist, who is also an ACC Authorised Provider, works in close collaboration with one another and together with the GP staff at Halswell Health and Longhurst Health to provide optimal care for their patients. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine offers a proven, 3000 year-old system of health care and maintenance which approaches every person as an individual, holistically. They are ACC authorised providers for injury recovery and specialise in all chronic conditions of the body and mind. Longhurst Chiropractic and Little Spines offer general chiropractic services and specialist chiropractic care for pregnant mothers, newborns and teenagers, and also treat problems with the extremities. The Longhurst Hand Clinic provides specialised hand rehabilitation services for injuries affecting the hand, wrist, forearm and elbow, as well as non-injury conditions including osteoarthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Longhurst Physiotherapy offers a full range of services that include treating sports injuries, post surgery rehabilitation, spinal problems and work related injuries. Longhurst Podiatry treats a variety of foot and ankle disorders, which include; Achilles and ankle injuries, heel pain, in-grown toenails, painful corns and calluses, verrucae, diabetic foot care, and children’s foot problems. Canterbury Speech and Language Therapy offers assessment and evidence-based treatment for a wide-range of speech and language difficulties for children and adults. Contact the team on 03 595 0050 or find out more at www. longhurstalliedhealth.co.nz. Longhurst Allied Health Allied health is a team of health care professionals dedicated to both medical and proactive health services for the community. The Allied Health team includes: 53 Caulfield Ave, Halswell, Christchurch Acupuncture & cHinese Medicine Offering professional care using a proven, 3000 year-old system of health care & maintenance which approaches every person as an individual, holistically. We are ACC authorised providers for injury recovery and specialise in all chronic conditions of the body and mind. cHiroprActic cAre Registered ACC provider and an extremity listed chiropractor, in addition to examining the spine and pelvis we are registered to examine, diagnose and if appropriate treat problems involving the feet, ankles, knees, hips, hands, wrists, elbows and shoulders. hand theraPy The Longhurst Hand Clinic provided specialised hand rehabilitation services for people with injuries affecting the hand, wrist, forearm and elbow, as well as noninjury conditions including osteoarthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. PhysiotheraPy Our physiotherapists will guide you through your journey to wellness with our range of physio services. Whether you are struggling with post-op rehabilitation, a sports injury or general wear and tear, our experienced team at Halswell Physio are here to help. Podiatry At Longhurst Podiatry we treat all foot and lower limb problems big or small. We treat a variety of foot and ankle disorders, some of which include; Achilles and ankle injuries, heel pain, in-grown and difficult to cut toe nails, painful corns and calluses, verrucae, diabetic foot care, and children’s foot problems. sPeech & language theraPy Our goal is to help those who are struggling with various communication disorders. We pride ourselves on providing the best possible evidence-based therapy and professional services. Although we are based at Longhurst Health, home and school appointments can be provided in the Christchurch and Ashburton areas. The Allied Health Team can be reached at 595 0050 or online at longhurstalliedhealth.co.nz for information and bookings.
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