91 days ago

Changing the conversation around dementia

Bruce McLaren Retirement Village

Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.

Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.

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More messages from your neighbours
18 days ago

Poll: Would you rather: Christmas in summer forever or winter forever?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Just a bit of a fun poll to get you thinking.

If you had to live out your Christmas days, would you prefer it was a summer Christmas or a winter Christmas?

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Would you rather: Christmas in summer forever or winter forever?
  • 63.1% Summer
    63.1% Complete
  • 35.5% Winter
    35.5% Complete
  • 1.4% Other - I'll share below
    1.4% Complete
2507 votes
4 days ago

We're talking new year resolutions...

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Tidying the house before going to bed each night, meditating upon waking or taking the stairs at work.

What’s something quick, or easy, that you started doing that made a major positive change in your life?

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2 hours ago

Dogs on Meadowlands Park Somerville

Roger from Somerville

Dog owners need to be aware that no dogs are allowed off leash on Meadowlands Park Reserve. No dogs are allowed on marked sports field areas, including in the softball diamonds, at ANY time. Talked with Animal Management who were at the park Saturday afternoon.
Appearently they are doing regular patrols to enforce this bye law. Notice on pole at every entrance to the park.
Don’t want any neighbours to be caught and possibly fined.