Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital
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Are you finishing exams soon and will have some free time over the summer? Are you looking for a way to make a difference in your community? Would you like to make new friends and develop new skills?
Volunteer at Knox!!!
Not only will you make a difference, make new friends and have fun doing it,… View moreAre you finishing exams soon and will have some free time over the summer? Are you looking for a way to make a difference in your community? Would you like to make new friends and develop new skills?
Volunteer at Knox!!!
Not only will you make a difference, make new friends and have fun doing it, you will get the chance to learn new skills in our skills and employability workshops. Contact us now on 09 5208447
Find out more at www.knox.co.nz...
Looking for a rewarding, fun volunteer opportunity with a dynamic, caring team? Elizabeth Knox, a not-for-profit care home in Epsom, has an award-winning volunteer programme and is looking to expand our team. If you are compassionate, enthusiastic and have a sense of fun and can commit an hour … View moreLooking for a rewarding, fun volunteer opportunity with a dynamic, caring team? Elizabeth Knox, a not-for-profit care home in Epsom, has an award-winning volunteer programme and is looking to expand our team. If you are compassionate, enthusiastic and have a sense of fun and can commit an hour or two each week/fortnight, we'd love to hear from you. Knox gives back through volunteer training sessions, a supportive environment and a strong sense of community.
www.knox.co.nz... or 09 520 8447
Do you enjoy having a chat and getting to know other people?
Are you friendly and have empathy for Elders?
Are you interested in other people's stories?
Do you want to be part of a fun and vibrant team?
If you have a couple of hours to spare each week and are interested in volunteering at… View moreDo you enjoy having a chat and getting to know other people?
Are you friendly and have empathy for Elders?
Are you interested in other people's stories?
Do you want to be part of a fun and vibrant team?
If you have a couple of hours to spare each week and are interested in volunteering at Elizabeth Knox Care Home, we would love to hear from you. Full training is given so no experience needed, just time and enthusiasm. Find out more at www.knox.co.nz...
Elders are out in our community, making a difference and breaking down barriers for themselves and our new migrants.
Elders from Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital, a not-for-profit care home in Epsom, are this week starting their second free English Conversation Course at Epsom Library. Their … View moreElders are out in our community, making a difference and breaking down barriers for themselves and our new migrants.
Elders from Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital, a not-for-profit care home in Epsom, are this week starting their second free English Conversation Course at Epsom Library. Their first dozen students have completed the course and there is a waiting list of 25 already lining up for the next Elder-led programme.
Neighbours, Epsom Library and Elizabeth Knox Home and Hospital, saw a need in the community for learners to practice their English in a safe local environment and put their heads together to solve the problem. They saw that Knox had residents rich in experience, patience and language while
Epsom library had the space and the strong migrant community.
The result was a fortnightly programme that allowed learners to sign up to practice speaking with Knox elders over a 12 week period. The ratio of 2 or 3 learners to each care home resident meant that there was ample opportunity to practice speaking and gain confidence.
“We expected them to improve their English” said Tasha Mekisic, Knox staff team member, “but we were delighted by the relationships that developed. They really looked forward to seeing each other. They shared stories and photos and got to know each other really well”. The elders of Knox and the learners got on so well that they continued meeting and one new migrant has also decided to volunteer at Knox after meeting residents.
The energy and conversation at Epsom Library during the sessions illustrated the way in which libraries today act as a hub for the community. Rachel Xu, Senior Library Assistant Ethnic Communities, sees the library as being a vital part of new migrant’s life. “The library is a meeting place for them. They learn about their new community and make friends and connections”.
As the residents of Elizabeth Knox have shown, age is no barrier to making a difference in the community.
We are looking for some great musicians/singers to perform during the day for our residents. Our residents are Elders and younger people with disabilities who have a diverse range of musical tastes. As variety is the spice of life, we are looking to add to our list of regular paid performers. If… View moreWe are looking for some great musicians/singers to perform during the day for our residents. Our residents are Elders and younger people with disabilities who have a diverse range of musical tastes. As variety is the spice of life, we are looking to add to our list of regular paid performers. If you enjoy performing to an audience and ideally can get your audience involved, please email me with your type/style of music and why you would be a great addition to our team of musicians. We have a piano on site. staceym@knox.co.nz
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