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www.ageconcerntauranga.org.nzMARCH 2018 NEWSLETTER

Age Concern TaurangaTaurangaHe Manaakitanga Kaumātua

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Contact InformationPhone: (07) 578 2631Email: ageconcerntga@xtra.co.nzAddress: 177a Fraser Street, Tauranga 3112

OFFICE HOURS8.30am - 2.30pm Monday to Friday

ChairpersonAnna Bones

Board Members Angela Scott, Eddie Jackson, Adrienne von Tunzelmann, Evan Turbott, Keith Ardern, Ciska Vogelzang, Peter Moss

General ManagerTanya Smith

AVS Co-ordinatorPat Duckmanton

SAYGO Co-ordinatorAngelika Gillen

Staying Safe Refresher Driver FacilitatorDeb Grainger

Total Mobility AssessorJudi Steel

Administration AssistantDebbie Young

Walking Group Co-ordinatorRenee Hill

The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of Age Concern Tauranga. The inclusion or exclusion of any product does not mean that the publisher advocates or rejects its use.

Ground-breaking procedure allows stroke sufferer to walk out of hospital three days laterA stroke sufferer who became the first Bay of Plenty man to undergo a ground-breaking procedure is welcoming in 2018 with a sense of gratitude and relief.

“I am very lucky,” says Omokoroa resident George Stirling, who underwent Endovascular Clot Retrieval last September. “There’s no doubt about that.”

Prior to the stroke George’s GP had observed irregularities on an ECG test and sent him to Tauranga Hospital for further investigations. It was whilst he was a hospital inpatient that the stroke occurred.

“I was chatting with the hospital chaplain and then all of a sudden I’m just talking gobbledygook,” says the 82-year-old, who remembers very little of what happened next. Consultant Stroke Physician and Geriatrician Dr Mohana Maddula takes up the story.

“George had acute ischaemic stroke due to blockage (clot) in one of the major blood vessels in the brain,” said Dr Maddula. “The clot was stopping blood flow to the brain and there was a risk of permanent brain injury which could lead to significant long-term disability and death. After urgent brain scans and discussion with specialists in Auckland he was transferred by helicopter to Auckland City Hospital for Endovascular Clot Retrieval.

“This is a ground-breaking new treatment where a device is inserted through the femoral artery in the groin up into the brain, to extract the clot and restore blood flow to the affected region of the brain.”

The procedure is undertaken by Interventional Neuroradiologists and is currently only provided in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. It is not suitable for all stroke sufferers. The procedure needs to be performed as soon as possible after the onset of stroke symptoms, meaning the patient needs to present to hospital quickly, a helicopter be available, and the weather conditions be suitable for transfer.

“This procedure is very time-critical,” said Dr Maddula. “George arrived at Auckland City Hospital

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Age Concern Tauranga’s membership period is from 1 April to 31 March.• Annual subscription is $25.00 per household• Donations help us to continue to promote the welfare of older people in the Tauranga area• Donations over $5.00 are tax deductible

To renew your membership or join as a new member, please complete the details on the back page of this newsletter, cut out and post with your cheque payment to the address provided or call into the office.

If you would like to pay online, our account details are:Age Concern Tauranga Inc030445 0172665 00Please use your initials and surname as reference.

Payment for 2018/2019 is due by 30th April 2018.

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in good time and had this emergency procedure soon after arrival. The clot was extracted and blood flow was restored.

“George returned to Tauranga Hospital the next day and was discharged home a couple of days later. He walked home, almost completely recovered from his stroke. Without this procedure it was very likely that he would’ve suffered long-term disability and may not have been able to return to his ‘normal life’.”

George is now relishing that ‘normal life’ which includes regular Thursday motorbike rides with a group of friends. He also hopes to get back to playing golf in the future as well.

“I’m just very thankful to all the doctors and nurses involved in my care. I’m very aware that it could’ve turned out so differently for me.”

George was the first Bay of Plenty patient to undergo Endovascular Clot Retrieval. The Bay of Plenty District Health Board is working with colleagues in Auckland to develop and streamline this treatment pathway for patients like him.

“A lot more work needs to be done to make this treatment available for the whole BOP region,” said Dr Maddula. “We were lucky with George because when he had the stroke, the helicopter and flight team were available and the weather was good. To consistently provide this treatment 24/7 we need to develop transfer systems that are readily available and can operate in all weather conditions.”

George Stirling (right) with wife Alison (left). George was the first Bay of Plenty patient to undergo Endovascular Clot Retrieval, after suffering a stroke in September.

Source: BOPDHB Website www.bopdhb.govt.nz

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Total Mobility Scheme Bay of Plenty Regional Council Assessments undertaken for people with disabilities to access subsidised taxi fares. Assessment fee applies.Education Seminars and monthly meetings organised on a range of topics relevant and interesting to older people.Accredited Visiting ServiceOur co-ordinator trains and supports volunteers who visit those living alone in the community. Both the older person and the visitor enjoy the friendship that develops from this regular contact.Steady as You Go (SAYGo) Falls PreventionA unique community based strength and balance exercise programme for men and women. Classes in Tauranga, Waihi Beach, Katikati, Papamoa, Te Puke, Edgecumbe.Senior Driving ProgrammeDrive with confidence and share experiences. • Staying Safe Driver Refresher WorkshopImprove safe driving practices and increase your knowledge of the current Road Code. Classroom based.• CarFitOur trained technicians highlight your car’s safety features and check the ‘fit’ of your vehicle to maximise comfort and safety.InformationContact us for a wide variety of information on available services. Call in or phone to speak with our reception volunteers or staff.

Volunteer OpportunitiesA number of volunteering opportunities are available:• Mini Bus Drivers • Host/Hostess • Accredited Visiting Service • Reception • CarFit• Gardeners All volunteers are given training and support.

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History of daylight saving in New Zealand• New Zealand first introduced daylight saving time in 1927. The current times have been fixed since 2007.

• 1868 - New Zealand officially set a national standard time - called New Zealand Mean Time - at 11 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).

• 1927 - New Zealand first observed daylight saving time. The dates and time difference were changed several times over the following years.

• 1941 - New Zealand summer time was extended by emergency regulations to cover the whole year.

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Estate PlanningThe importance of having a current Will, particularly as you age, has been well documented. A Will is an important tool in making sure your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are provided for after you are gone.

It is equally important to have legal arrangements in place should you become incapacitated and unable to manage your own affairs.

Enduring Powers of Attorney are documents which appoint someone to manage your property affairs (including finances) and your personal care and welfare in the event you become incapacitated. You can appoint more than one attorney in the case of your property affairs.

Well considered Enduring Powers of Attorney will ensure you have the right person or people making decisions for you. This aims to avoid confusion

among family members and the possible exploitation of your financial affairs.

If you do not have Enduring Powers of Attorney in place and you become incapacitated, your family members will likely need to apply to the Family Court for the appointment of a Property Manager and/or Welfare Guardian on your behalf. This can be a costly, time consuming and overall distressing process.

While Enduring Powers of Attorney may not be an easy conversation to have with family members, it is far easier than the hassle you will put your family through should they need to go through the Family Court process.

To protect your property, finances and, most importantly, your wellbeing as you age, start the conversation today.

• 1946 - New Zealand summer time (12 hours in advance of GMT) was adopted as New Zealand standard time. Daylight saving time was effectively discontinued at this point.

• 1974-1975 - Daylight saving was trialled again in 1974, and introduced in 1975. Daylight saving time is 1 hour ahead of New Zealand standard time.

• 1985 - Public attitudes were surveyed and over the next few years the period of daylight saving time was extended twice.

• 2006-2007 - Following public debate and a petition presented to Parliament the period of daylight saving was extended to its current dates. New Zealand observes daylight saving from the last Sunday in September to the first Sunday in April.

• 2008 - Daylight saving public attitude survey.

Source: NZ Government website

Remember that daylight saving ends on 1 April at 2.00am – so remember to turn your clocks back one hour before you go

to bed. Also time to check your smoke alarms and electric

blankets.

The Home Maintenance and Safety programme aims to help older people stay in their own homes longer by keeping on top of house maintenance and repairs. Often this work is put off because it feels like it is too hard or could cost too much.

There is an online checklist for inside and outside the house, which gives information on priority and who might do the repairs. You can download this tool from Age Concern’s website: www.ageconcerntauranga.org.nz A printed copy is available from our office at a small cost.

If you would prefer to have your home assessed by a professional company, Age Concern will refer you to Total Home Inspection Services, who have agreed to do the inspection for us at an agreed price. They will provide a report with photographs and give an indication of priority work. Age Concern will provide follow up assistance.

Give us a call if you would like more information on 578 2631.

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Free Staying Safe Driver Refresher Workshop

Phone Age Concern on 07 578 2631 to book your space.

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Friday 9 MarchGreerton Senior Citizens Hall9.30am - 1.30pm

Tauranga

Tuesday 20 MarchMatua Bowling Club9.30am - 1.30pm

Tuesday 10 AprilWaihi Beach Community Centre, Waihi Beach 9.30am - 1.30pm

Thursday 22 MarchPapamoa Community Centre9.30am - 1.30pm

Monday 30 AprilKatikati Community Centre, Katikati9.30am - 1.30pm

Dentists that provide pain relief for Community Service Card HoldersPeople on low incomes who have a Community Services Card may be able to get emergency dental care, such as pain relief or extractions.These services are provided by public hospitals or dentists contracted by your district health board. You may still need to pay some of the treatment costDentists that provide tooth pain relief (tooth extraction) for Community Service Card holders only are listed below.

Western Bay of Plenty:

Complete Dental Shailendra Kumar Jain 205 Chadwick Rd, Greerton 07 578 7215 Tooth Fairy Dental Tom Urie, Dale Benic, 5 Nikau Crescent, Mt Maunganui 07 575 6278 - Mount Kevin Ogle

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Dental Associates Alex Santos, Namrita 26c Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach 07 574 3844 Papamoa Mesuria, John Falkiner

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Tooth Fairy Dental Joy Dawson 19 Jellicoe St, Te Puke 07 573 7856 - Te Puke

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Katikati Family Nuha Al-Shamma 22 Main Rd, Katikati 07 549 1111 Dental Centre

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Eastern Bay of Plenty:

Absolute Dental Shash Patel Tarawera Court, Kawarau 07 323 6530

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Opotiki Dental Paul Owen Church St, Opotiki 07 315 6124 Centre

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Source: BOPDHB website

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Friday 6 AprilOmokoroa Settlers Hall, Omokoroa 9.30am - 1.30pm

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preparing for the cooler months aheadChecklist• Gutters, downpipes and drains - Check that they are free of leaves and debris, and that nothing needs repairing or cleaning.

• Roof and flashings – Check to ensure there are no leaks or worn tiles, so that water can’t permeate into your property.

• Heat pump - Make sure you get the filter changed and ensure the exterior unit is free from excess leaves, debris, etc

• Musty smells and/or mould – check particularly in places such as wardrobes, cupboards and backs of curtains.

• Extractor fans – Check that they are in good working order.

• Ventilation system – make sure the filter has been changed in the past 12 months.

• Fireplaces - Most insurance policies include a condition that fireplaces must be cleaned annually. If you do not comply, your policy may be deemed to be invalid in the event of a fire. If the fireplace doesn’t get used, consider blocking it off as this will reduce warm air escaping the house.

• Chimneys – Clean chimneys and flues before you light the first fire this year.

• Smoke alarms – Test your

smoke alarm(s), does the battery need changing?

• Electric blankets – Is your electric blanket 5 years and older? If so, the fire service recommends that you replace it with the newer heat protected model.

• Clothes Dryer – Ensure the lint filter is cleared. This should be cleared after every use.

• Portable LPG Gas Heater – should be serviced every 12 months

Suggestions/Ideas• Consider installing leaf guards on the gutters and extensions on the downspouts to direct water away from the property.

• Consider installing extractor fans into kitchens and bathrooms.

• Consider pruning back trees that block sunlight from the property.

• It’s a good idea, especially if you live in an older home, to get a warrant of fitness for the wiring of your home on a regular basis to ensure everything is still functioning correctly, and there’s no chance of it being a fire hazard.

• Is your hot water cylinder more than 10 years old? cylinders should last 10-20 years but if they fail they can do a lot of expensive damage. Get your cylinder checked out by a plumber if it’s past the 10 year mark.

• Power bills - If you haven’t already done so, consider contacting your energy company to discuss managing your energy costs by spreading payments

out over the year.

• Rates rebate – You may be entitled a rates rebate if you are on a low income. Contact your local Council for further information.

• Gardening: - Sow a new lawn - Harvest seeds from summer

crops - Add compost etc to replace lost nutrients to veggies gardens and flower beds - Plant up pots and containers with autumn potted colour - Sow seeds for winter crops such as carrots, radish, swede - Plant lettuce, broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, cabbage

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Legacy TrustLegacy Trust appreciates how important it is for people to feel safe in their homes. Therefore, the Trust applauds the work done by volunteers of organisations like Papamoa Community Patrol that - working alongside the police - make our community that bit safer. This patrol has recently acquired a new patrol car and Legacy Trust was happy to contribute to fitting out the car and kitting out the patrol volunteers.

It’s just one of the ways Legacy has already gifted back to the community this year. All this gifting is only possible thanks to people choosing to use Legacy Funerals at their time of need – with profits going straight back to the community via Legacy Trust grants. To date more than $2.6 million has been gifted.

Coffee and Conversation

Being part of a social group not only provides a sense of belonging, it can have a positive impact on your health and well-being. More importantly, a social group can keep you connected within your community. Feeling socially connected, is more important than ever especially in an increasingly isolated world. It takes time and effort to establish new social connections. Age Concern’s monthly Coffee and Conversation meetings are one way for you to make new social connections and friendships in

a relaxed environment. There is a small cost of $3 per person for light refreshments. The meetings are for the 65+ age group and open to the public.

UPCOMING MEETINGS -

Te Puke Group 13 March, 10 April, 8 May and 12 JuneTime: 11.00am to 12.00pmWhere: Citizen RSA, Te Puke

Tauranga Group 15 March, 19 April, 17 May and 21 JuneTime: 10.30am to 12.00pmWhere: Tauranga RSA, Greerton

Phone the Age Concern office on 578 2631 to make a booking.

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Would you like to become a visitor for Age Concern Tauranga?We are seeking friendly, compassionate people, who can commit to a minimum of one hour a week to visit the elderly in their own homes.We can offer training and support to enable you to do this important job, many a friendship has been made in this setting.

If you are interested please phone Pat at Age Concern (07) 578 2541 Tues - Thur 8.30am to 2.30pm.

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Strength and Balance classes available in your areaWaihi Beach - RSAKatikati - St Peter’s ChurchMt Maunganui - RSAPapamoa - Diamond SandsTauranga - Havenbrook - Pyes PaTauranga - Orange Grove - Pyes PaTauranga - RSA - Gate PaTauranga - Abundant Life Church, JudeaTauranga - Salvation Army, Cameron RoadTauranga - St John’s Church, BuretaEdgecumbe - Presbyterian ChurchWhakatane - Knox ChurchKawerau - Kawerau Concert ChambersOpotiki - Anglican Church

Please contact Age Concern Tauranga for contact details on 578 2631.

Our popular Library Law Series is returning in 2018, but this year it will be hosted at Papamoa Library between March and May! Subjects are as follows:

Wednesday 7 March, 5.30pmEnduring Powers of Attorney

Wednesday 21 March, 5.30pmEstate Planning & Wills

Wednesday 4 April, 5.30pmFamily Trusts

Wednesday 18 April, 5.30pmRelationship Property

Wednesday 2 May, 5.30pmBusiness Matters

Wednesday 16 May, 5.30pmBuying & Selling Real Estate

These seminars are free and open to anyone to attend. If you’d like to come along, please let us know by emailing: library@tauranga.govt.nz or phoning 577-7177. More information can be found at our website.

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When: Thursday 29 MarchWhere: Tauranga RSA, 1237 Cameron Road, Gate PaTime: 10am to 11.30amCost: $3pp - light refreshments providedGuest Speaker: Baybus - Mike Furniss, Bay of Plenty Regional Council Members and non-members are very welcome.

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Have you always wanted to play but don’t know how? We will teach you. A friendly fun group gets together at 9.30am every Monday (except Public Holidays) held at 177a Fraser Street to play 500.Light refreshments provided$2 donation - All are welcome

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Coffee and Conversation GroupDo you miss having someone to chat with over a relaxing cuppa?Then come in the new year and join our Coffee and Conversation Group to meet others who are friendly and like-minded. For catering purposes, please register your interest by phoning 578 2631 and talk to one of our wonderful volunteer reception staff.Te Puke Group When: Tuesday 13 MarchTime: 11.00am to 12.00pmWhere: Citizen RSA, Te PukeCost: $3pp

Tauranga Group When: Thursday 15 MarchTime: 10.30am to 12.00pmWhere: Tauranga RSA, GreertonCost: $3pp

All walks start at 10.00am unless stated otherwise.

Wednesday 7 March: Meet at New World car park, Brookfield.

Wednesday 14 March: Meet at Waihi Beach Flat White Café.

Wednesday 21 March: Meet at Willow Street Bus Stop, Tauranga CBD.

Wednesday 28 March: Meet at Waitui Grove, Te Puna (bring lunch).

Wednesday 4 April: Meet at Mt Maunganui Hot Pools, Mt Maunganui.

Wednesday 11 April: Meet at Puketoki Reserve, Leyland Road, Whakamarama.

Wednesday Walking Group

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Minibus AdventuresThursday 15 MarchTransport to Tauranga Coffee & ConversationCost: $5pp

Friday 16 MarchZ Blokes Day Out - Hairini Roundabout and lunchCost: $10pp

Saturday 17 MarchTrip to Raglan and lunchCost: $25pp

Thursday 22 MarchMorning Tea at Café Eden, Décor GardenworldCost: $10pp

Thursday 29 MarchTransport to Monthly MeetingCost: $5pp

Saturday 7 AprilVisit Cambridge Museum, lunch at The Olde Creamery CaféCost: $25pp

Please Note:• ALL LUNCHES AND MORNING TEAS AT OWN COST.• Keep hydrated - take a bottle of water.• Make it easier for the driver; please wait outside by your letterbox. All pick up times are approximate.

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Support your local community radio station – Tauranga Village RadioTauranga Village Radio 1XT is a vintage radio station, and in keeping with the vintage status, we broadcast on the AM frequency on 1368 kHz.

Tauranga Village Radio plays a wide variety of nostalgic music from the 1940’s, 50’s, 60’s etc - Classical, Screen and Shows, Orchestrals, Instrumentals and Ballads for example. Tune into Tauranga Village Radio and sing along to the old favourites and recall memories

of a musical past that is seldom heard today.

Tauranga Village Radio Museum Incorporated Society Historic Village, 17th Avenue West, Tauranga PO Box 841, Tauranga 3112Email: info@villageradio.co.nz Station Phone: (07) 571 3710 Website: www.villageradio.co.nz

The Life Tube is a plastic container which, once completed, will contain information about you, your next of kin, who has your Enduring Power of Attorney, who your doctor is, your medical conditions and your medication. In the event of any emergency this tube can save your life. Place the RED sticker on the fridge door and the Life Tube inside your fridge door.

You can purchase your Life Tube for $6 at the Age Concern office at 177a Fraser Street Tauranga.

Do You Have A LIFE TUBE?

Please forward your subscription with this form to: Age Concern Tauranga, 177a Fraser St, Tauranga 3112. Age Concern Tauranga is a registered charitable entity (CC25758) and appreciates the generosity of the community by way of subscriptions, donations and legacies. Donations are tax deductible over $5.00.

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Donations help us to continue to promote the welfare of older people in Tauranga and are welcomed.

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