Southland's Community Spring Expo 2019
Avenal Park Funeral Home is proud to be part of the Southland Community Law’s Spring Expo 2019 – Saturday 7 September 2019 at the Ascot Park Hotel Complex. Invercargill. (Free Entry)
Come and meet representatives from many of Southland’s agencies and organisations dedicated to providing support and services to the people of Southland.
The expo is to provide awareness and information on services available. There will also be hands-on activities, raffles, prize draws and giveaways.
Nga Kete Health Services will be providing basic health checks.
Fire and Emergency Services will be there with a fire truck to show kids of all ages how they work.
If you are unable to attend the expo and would like to talk to us, you are welcome to contact Nigel, Donna, Chris or Mel at Avenal Park Funeral Home at 75 Fox Street, Invercargill, phone 03 218 9021.
Changing the conversation around dementia
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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Can you crack Today’s neighbourhood conundrum?
Without a bridle or a saddle, across a thing, I ride a-straddle. And those I ride, by help of me, though almost blind, are made to see. What am I?
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This one was sent in by your fellow neighbour, can you figure it out?
What is first white then red and the plumper it gets the more the old lady likes it?
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