A useful Stuff story on how we are affected by fear of the disease.

All current members should have received this by now as a paper copy. Here’s the web version.

From: RVRANZ

Retirement village residents representing retirees living in more than 70% of New Zealand’s registered villages had a clear message for the Government today: It is time for our voices to be heard alongside those of Operators.

Continue reading “Retirees tell Government: we’ve had a gutsful” →

From Alzheimers NZ

Following on from the successful launch of the Dementia Economic Impact Report, and the updated version of the Dementia Mate Wareware Action Plan, which has been re-presented to government.

The government has ‘committed support’. But so far there’s been no delivery – and we are running out of time.

Please help us by:

• Signing the letter
• Sharing the link to the campaign far and wide to encourage others to take a stand: https://deliver.alzheimers.org.nz/
• Spread the word with our social media assets

Here’s some text you can share too:

Dementia is likely to affect most of us in some way at some point. Alzheimers NZ is urging the Minister of Health to take action and #DeliverForDementia. Please stand with us and sign the open letter. Together we can be a powerful voice for people living with dementia. 

Thanks to everyone who has already pledged their support. If you haven’t yet, please do join us by signing and sharing the letter. Thanks very much.

The number of New Zealanders eligible for legal aid has plummeted from an estimated 1.2 million in 2007 to 400,000. More from RNZ

My name is Marian Flamiano and I am studying for a Master of Audiology degree at the University of Canterbury. I am conducting a study that aims to develop an understanding of the experiences of hard of hearing adults Continue reading “Hard of hearing? A new study needs your help” →

With a review of Grant Robertson’s and Alyesha Verral’s talk to us, words from our President, what went on at the national AGM of Grey Power, and lots more here.

From Wellington City Council

1. Student Volunteer Army (under VUWSA in Wellington) is offering free delivery
   • If you are struggling to access essential items, the Student Volunteer Army grocery delivery service will be available nationwide for those in self-isolation or who have no other way to access food from 26th August.
   • Are you self-isolating due to covid19? Do you need to post some mail? Do you need something that can’t be delivered online? Are you keen for someone to check in on you regularly? Welly Student Volunteer Army are here for you!
   • VUWSA SVA have 500+ student volunteers across Wellington who are ready to support you, whether it be running errands or a friendly check-in.
   • To access this free support from a student near you:

• • • Request form on website: www.vuwsa.org.nz/sva
    • Email: sva@vuwsa.org.nz
    • Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellysva

Continue reading “Lockdown resources” →

From Grey Power Federation

David Marshall is a Grey Power Federation Board member and our National Advisory Chair for Retirement Income and Taxation.  Last Friday, he was part of a panel of invitees on a pre-recorded TV program hosted by Jack Tame, discussing New Zealand Super. We also had some members in the audience in support. Continue reading “What is a fair system for NZ Super in the future?” →

From Grey Power Federation

On the 11^TH Aug 2021 Federation President Jan Pentecost issued a press release regarding the significant power outage that affected parts of the North Island and many thousands of homes. Continue reading “Were you affected by the power cut?” →