Dear Motueka Community,
We have received an email about the NZ government insulation grant that we wanted to pass out to you all.
If you haven't taken advantage of this offer from the government then have a look. A warm home has so many advantages for better living and reduced risk of illness.
Here are some details;
In Nelson/Tasman and Marlborough, funding for ceiling and underfloor insulation is accessed through Warmer Healthy Homes Nelson Marlborough.
The insulation programme is funded by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), the Rata Foundation, Nelson City Council, Tasman District Council, Marlborough District Council, Nelson Marlborough Health, Port Nelson, Network Tasman and the Mainland Foundation.
Eligibility criteria:
• you live in your own home
• your home was built before 2008
• you have a current Community Services Card (CSC) or a Gold Card (endorsed CSC)
or:
• you live in a designated grant area.
How to apply
People who fit the above criteria can ask for a free no-obligation quote from Absolute Energy. Phone 0800 423 454.
www.govt.nz/browse/housing-and-property/insulation-and-energy-efficiency/paying-for-home-insulation/
www.govt.nz
Find out if you can get help to pay for home insulation and an efficient, fixed heater through the Warmer Kiwi Homes programme.Janice Nisbett
World Suicide Prevention Day - 10 September 2020
It is a common misconception that talking about suicide is more likely to encourage someone to take their life.
World Suicide Prevention Day is not just about taking the time to reflect on those who have taken their lives and those they have left behind, but an active form of encouraging people to have courageous conversations and talk about how we can help be part of a global suicide prevention effort.
Suicide is a complex and wide reaching issue, and our collective COVID-19 experience has compounded it for those who are struggling with mental health concerns and suicidal thoughts.
However, Director of the Suicide Prevention Office Carla na Nagara encourages us all to focus on the fact that suicide can be prevented and that solutions are available.
If you or someone you know is struggling there are so many resources available. Call a trusted friend, call your GP practice, call or text 1737.
Kia kaha.
www.lifelinc.co.nz/
www.lifematters.org.nz/
1737.org.nz/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0tKh1bHd6wIVzRErCh1-PAt1EAAYASAAEgL39fD_BwE
1737, need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time.
1737.org.nz
1737 is a free service for New Zealanders feeling down, anxious, a bit overwhelmed or just need to chat to someone. You can call or text us for free 24/7.Dear Motueka Community
We don't often get political, but today those of us who work in Primary Healthcare are asking for your support.
We'll keep it simple. Here are the facts;
- Primary Healthcare is chronically underfunded
- Primary Healthcare has, and continues to provide the frontline response against COVID-19
- And of greatest importance for today - due to this chronic under funding PRIMARY HEALTHCARE NURSES ARE PAID 10.6% LESS THAN THEIR HOSPITAL COLLEAGUES
Primary Healthcare Nurses are taking strike action today and Greenwood Health supports our Nursing Team and all Nurses across Aotearoa who are joining the Nurses Union (NZNO) and Medical Association (NZMA) as they petition the government to fund Primary Healthcare appropriately.
Please spend a few moments of your time to join us and thousands of other Kiwi voices by signing the petition below.
In practical terms; Greenwood Health is still open today, as we are sure you can appreciate there may be a delay in seeing a nurse but any urgent healthcare need will be attended to as usual.
Kia kaha team and thank you for your support Motueka Community
campaigns.nzno.org.nz/phc_workers_letter_to_minister_hipkins?fbclid=IwAR2BSdU-XgLTcQcSgum0m2794fh...
Letter to Minister Hipkins - Pay Parity for PHC Nurses
campaigns.nzno.org.nz
Aotearoa New Zealand is facing a challenge like none before. We have come a long way in our fight against COVID-19, but it is not over yet. However, our country is facing another challenge. Seventy percent of respondents to the NZNO the Primary Health Care Multi Employer Collective Agreement (PHC ME...Dear Motueta Community
Hope you are keeping well and managing Level 2 like the experts we all are now!
From yesterday it became mandatory to wear a face covering on all public transport and thus we received a whole host of information on how to make, wear and remove masks safely, we thought it best to share the information 😊
Another aspect of the fight against covid that we have been asked to do as a frontline organisation is to do opportunistic testing of groups of people who do not have symptoms. So if you visit us and are offered a test, but do not have any symptoms do not be concerned, we are just all trying to do our bit to find and stop covid early.
Some of the groups we have been advised to offer this testing to are;
- Aged care workers
- Healthcare workers
- Seniors
- People with pre-existing conditions placing them at higher risk eg; COPD
- Maori
- Pasifika
- Airline crew
- Border workers - including those who work at maritime ports
- Close contacts of border workers
- Close contacts of confirmed or probable cases
If you fall in to one of these categories, you don't have to wait for us to offer you one. If you do want to have a test we will organise this for you.
Also attached to this post are some golden rules for Level 2 and advice on how to manage uncertainty in these strange times.
Kia kaha team and keep up the amazing mahi.