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March 2009
Andy - A Rising Star
Published March 26th 2009, Posted in Northland
We think Andy is a Rising Star.
Andy started writing poetry when he left school. He gets his inspiration from everyday activities and says that poetry enables him to describe the world through his eyes.
Andy is supported by IDEA Services, Whangarei who are helping him to achieve his dream of getting his poems noticed and hopefully published into a book.
Tiaho is proud to be the first to publish his poems and hope that you enjoy them, you may even know how he can get them published elsewhere. (Make a comment below)
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‘Awesome’ surf experience breaks disability barriers
Published March 25th 2009, Posted in Northland
For Auckland’s Dan Buckingham, riding the surf was nearly impossible - until Saturday.
The 28-year-old, who a decade ago lost the use of his legs in a rugby accident, was one of about 20 disabled people who glided through the surf in front of Omanu Surf Life Saving Club.
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Parent to Parent Information Evening
Published March 24th 2009, Posted in Northland
Have you heard of Parent to Parent but are not sure what they do?
You are invited to attend an information evening at Parent to Parent Northland to find out what they do in our community and how you can be involved.
Parent to Parent CEO Anne Wilkinson and Board Members will be attending this information evening.
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Fatigue
Published March 23rd 2009, Posted in Northland
By Rhonda - Brain Injury Association Northland
Fatigue is one of the most commonly reported symptoms by those who have sustained a trauma to the brain.
It tends to impact on already reduced function such as memory, concentration, problem solving and motivation. Managing fatigue effectively will help reduce the impact on function in these areas.
Traumatic Brain Injury and the Caregiver
Published March 23rd 2009, Posted in Northland / 1 CommentStudy “Coping in Caregivers of Family Members with Traumatic Brain Injury and the Effects on the Caregivers Quality of Life.
Maren Klum who is undertaking her Clinical Psychology Doctorate through Massey University, is interested in how people who care for a family member with a traumatic brain injury cope.
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Two out of three aint bad
Published March 23rd 2009, Posted in Northland / 1 Comment
A story by Ken Williams
After head injury, fortunately, I lost a lot of my inhibitions.
Life is short, so just live it – the philosophy ‘if you don’t ask you don’t get’ is a good one, and has made an amazing four months for me.
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Kids with Arthritis
Published March 18th 2009, Posted in Northland
Kids With Arthritis (KWA) - Pain Management Seminar
Arthritis New Zealand and Kids with Arthritis (KWA) support group invite you to attend the ‘Kids With Arthritis’ Seminar which is being held on Saturday 21st March, 9.30 am at the Salvation Army Community Church Hall, Manukau.
New families are welcome to attend this Free Seminar addressing pain management of children affected with Arthritis.
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Movement Rehabilitation Programme
Published March 16th 2009, Posted in Northland
The Ministry of Health Movement Rehabilitation Programme (previously held at the Northland Disabilities Resource Centre) is now held at its new venue, KENSINGTON FITNESS – STUDIO 2.
Studio 2 Kensington Fitness (ASB Leisure Centre), Western Hills Drive has been specifically fitted out with exercise equipment, mats, handrails and heating to help assist the people who take part in this programme.
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Balancing Life After Stroke
Published March 10th 2009, Posted in Northland
In association with Northland Stroke Foundation, Age Concern is hosting and facilitating a four week course for survivors of stroke and their whanau, carers
This course, facilitated by Sylvia Page and Chris Simper, will look at how we create balance in our lives. How we cope with changes, adapt to loss and live life fully can be improved by understanding depression, grief, the physiology of sleep, and stress.
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A Rising Star
Published March 05th 2009, Posted in National / 1 Comment & Contains video content
There are many talented, artistic and creative people in Northland; some of them live with a disability.
Eleanor is an amazing lady living with autism who has been supported by IDEA Services to realise her dream of writing and singing her own songs, putting together her own CD and performing locally.
After a bit of a chat, lots of laughs, a few tears and a music jam ‘And I love you’ was born two hours later.
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