Volunteer visitors and companions enjoy High Tea

Volunteer visitors and those they visit were treated to a High Tea at Age Concern Canterbury in April. While we regularly hold events for our volunteers, this was the first time we have asked the visitors to also bring their matched companion. The afternoon was a great success with 40 attendees. Age Concern Canterbury staff worked hard to try and replicate a traditional high tea. Our guests were treated to dainty pastries, cucumber sandwiches, sweet treats, and tea or coffee all served on beautiful bone China. Everyone enjoyed the afternoon tea and the lively discussion that took place. Some of the attendees said it was the best outing they’d had for a long time. Visiting Service Co-ordinators, Rebecca Hopgood and Peter McGrath, were so pleased with the event they are planning another in August.

Companion Walking Service

Volunteers Needed

Our Companon Walking Service provides oneon-one assistance for people who are finding it difficult to get out and about on their own. Could you spare some time to be a walking companion? Training and support are provided.

Contact Anna Tillman on 366 0903. 24 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch. P (03) 366-0903, Freephone 0800 80 33 44 E team@ageconcerncan.org.nz www.ageconcerncan.org.nz

Volunteer Visitors Needed

Could you spare a little time to become a volunteer visitor?

Many older people in your community are lonely and isolated as they receive few or no regular visitors. Age Concern Canterbury’s Visiting Service helps reduce the loneliness by providing friendship and companionship through a volunteer visitor.

We provide full training and support and ask that you commit for at least 12 months, one hour per week.

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