Heavy rain watch
MetService has issued a heavy rain watch for the following:
Area: Bay of Plenty, especially about the eastern ranges.
Valid: 18 hours from 7:00am Friday to 1:00am Saturday.
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain are expected during this time, and rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria.
An update for severe weather will be issued by 10:00pm Thursday 10 Oct 2019.
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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