Access Homehealth - Timaru
Nationwide provider of urban as rural homecare services which include home help, personal care, home nursing asn meal preparation.
Physical Address
39 North Street
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
PO Box 714
Timaru,
7940
Alzheimers New Zealand - Timaru
Provides support and information to people with Alzheimer's disease, related disorders and their support networks. To educate and inform the general public about the problems associated with dementia, and to carry out research into the causes, treatment and management of Alzheimer's disease.
Physical Address
27 Strathallan Street
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
P O Box 983
Timaru,
7940
Arthritis New Zealand - Timaru
Offers a range of services for people affected by arthritis through its programmes in health, welfare, education and research. Also offers field consultation, support group meetings, seminars and living a healthy life courses.
Physical Address
Community House
27 -29 Strathallan Street
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
PO Box 460
Timaru,
7940
Asthma Society - South Canterbury
Information, education and support for people with asthma and their support networks. Encourages research into the causes, treatment and management of asthma.
Physical Address
27-29 Strathallen Street
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
P O Box 983
Timaru,
7940
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Timaru
Support and educate families involved with ADHD and take a pro-active role in promoting public awareness of this disorder.
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 4032
Timaru,
7942
Cancer Society of NZ - Timaru
Offers research, health promotion and support services and advocacy relating to cancer.
Physical Address
32 Memorial Avenue
Parkside
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
P O Box 682
Timaru,
7940
Cancer Support Group - Fairlie
Offers research, health promotion and support services relating to cancer.
Physical Address
9 Ayr Street
Fairlie,
7925 Postal Address
Deaf Aotearoa [South Island]
They are here to work with Deaf New Zealanders to make sure they can access the information and services they need to live independently, take part in our vibrant Deaf communities and to follow their dreams. Deaf Aotearoa New Zealand (DANZ) is a not-for-profit organisation which promotes Deaf culture, New Zealand Sign Language and the interests of the Deaf community. We have Deaf and hearing staff who care deeply about Deaf culture, Deaf values and who always go the extra mile for our Deaf members
Physical Address
Postal Address
Diabetes South Canterbury
Voluntary organisation set up to provide support, help and information to individuals and families who have diabetes.
Physical Address
Cnr North & Victoria Streets
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
C/- CCS
PO Box 585
Timaru,
7940
Disabilities Information Service - Sth & Mid Canterbury
Provides free generic information and referral service on all disabilities and health related issues e.g. physical, sensory, mental health, age related and intellectual. Some services include: South Canterbury Health & Disability Organisations Directory and Database - these are available to anyone and special reports can be printed, referral to appropriate services, Fundveiw database - funding information for groups or individuals. Free access to national libraries for clients- books, videos etc. Contacts throughout NZ, coordinator to speak at meetings.Wheelchair/portal ramp for loan.
Physical Address
185 Stafford St
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
PO Box 585
Timaru,
7940
Endometriosis New Zealand
Support Line offers information and support to girls and women with endometriosis.
Physical Address
Postal Address
P.O. Box 1673
Christchurch Mail Centre,
8140
Health South Canterbury (Timaru) - Main
Needs Assessment Service 65+
Physical Address
Timaru Hospital
Cnr High Street & Queen Street
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
Private Bag 911
Timaru,
7940
IDEA Services - South Canterbury
Formerly IHC. (Intellectual Disability Empowerment Association IDEA). Assist people with an intellectual disability to represent their interests and establish themselves in the community. Also keeps people informed about issues, lobby's the Government on rights issues, supports families in accessing rights.
Physical Address
6-12 Cains Terrace
Parkside
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
PO Box 419
Timaru,
7940
Kiwi Kids With Allergies
Support and information for Kids and their families with Allergies
Physical Address
13 Westfield Avenue
Templeton
Christchurch,
8042 Postal Address
LIFE Unlimited Hearing Therapy Services - Timaru
A FREE service funded by the Ministry of Health for adults 16 years and over who experience difficulty communicating effectively because of hearing impairment. Hearing therapists provide hearing tests, needs assessments, teach communication skills, hearing aid and tinnitus management and advice on assistive devices (e.g. telephones, TV) and promote community education and awareness.
Physical Address
30 Memorial Ave
Parkside
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
ME/CFS Society - Timaru
Provides information to caregivers and sufferers of ME/CFS and also to the medical profession. Distributes information, fosters regional support groups and promotes lectures and seminars regarding the illness. Promotes research into the causes and treatment of the illness.
Physical Address
15 Kent Street
Timaru,
8601 Postal Address
Parent to Parent - Greater Canterbury Region
Parent to Parent is an information and support network for parents of children with special needs. Support is provided voluntary by trained support parents who have a child with the same or similar needs.
Physical Address
Second Floor, cnr Church & Sophia Streets
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
PO Box 20
Timaru,
7940
Parkinsons New Zealand - Timaru
Field officer information and support group and home liase with medical personnel also provides wheelchairs, exercise sessions, gym and hydrotherapy.
Physical Address
82 Sophia Street
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
P O Box 983
Timaru,
7940
Riding for the Disabled - Mid Canterbury Group
To provide horse-riding opportunities to facilitate the training and rehabilitation of disabled persons whose physical and mental health is likely to benefit from such participation.
Physical Address
Mount Somers
RD 1
Ashburton,
7771 Postal Address
Royal NZ Foundation of the Blind - Timaru
Promotes the well being and independence of visually impaired people. Provides the support needed for them to achieve personal independence and fulfilment.
Physical Address
63 Grey Road
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
Schizophrenia Fellowship - Timaru
Provides family support and education for families dealing with mental illness.
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 884
Timaru,
7940
South Canterbury Society for Deaf Children - Timaru
Supports families, parents and professionals involved with the education, welfare and health of the deaf child and ensures that the best possible equipment and services are available.
Physical Address
127a Otipua Road
Watlington
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
127a Otipua Road
Watlington
Timaru,
7910
Stroke Foundation - Timaru
Provides information, support and companionship to people who have suffered a stroke and their families. Assist people who have had a stroke with physio groups and speech therapy (communication) groups serving the stroke community and caregivers.
Physical Address
30 Memorial Avenue
Parkside
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
Waimate District Resource Trust - Timaru
Provides community services, information provider eg. business directory, NZISS agency, NZ Employment service liaison body, community corrections admin office, community activities (eg school holiday programmes).
Physical Address
75 Queen Street
Waimate,
7924 Postal Address
Workbridge - Timaru
Workbridge is a government funded agency established in 1990 to promote equal employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Workbridge provides a professional employment placement service for people with all types of disabilities and injuries - no matter what the disability or skill level. Workbridge also administers funding on behalf of Work and Income. This funding can be used to help with additional costs relating directly to a person's disability when entering training, a job or self employment.
Physical Address
21 Beswick St
Timaru,
7910 Postal Address
PO Box 142
Timaru,
7940
