NGP March 2013

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Grey Power Nelson

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March 2013

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Good progress being made Neville Male President Having now been in the role of president for four months it is pleasing to be able to report that progress is being made on many fronts. The number one priority for your Executive has been to increase the membership and to entice back those members who had not renewed their membership. As much as we have had good results we still must continue down this path and as previously advised to you we want to have 10000 financial members by the end of 2013. You can help us to achieve this by encouraging

family members and friends who are over 50 years to sign up. This is most important as we start to move into a more community focused phase of development, which as I have previously stated is designed to get the community at large to recognize that the backbone of our community is contained in the knowledge and experience that our older citizens can bring to the table. To gain this recognition not only from the decision makers but also from the community around us we must achieve greater credibility as the organization so that Nelson Grey Power is without question seen by all as the

voice of our older citizens. Strength in numbers will put the “petrol in the tank” as we drive forward. We are very keen to see more new members in the 50–60 age group as they will be the future of our organization. It gives me pleasure to advise the appointment of Louise Carter to our executive committee. Louise has had extensive experience in the hospital and health industry and will be our health spokesperson. Throughout this months magazine you will find many interesting articles which I hope you will all Continued on page 2

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New Office for Nelson Grey Power As from Monday 18 March 2013 Nelson Grey Power will be operating from a new office at 33 Putaitai Street Stoke situated between Kiwibank/ Post Office and the walkway to the Stoke Library (opposite the Countdown Supermarket car park) It is just three minutes walk from our old office and access is from Putaitai Street. There will be comfortable seating for members calling into the office and tea coffee and water will be available free of charge. We look forward to seeing you there.

wheelchairs mobility scooters walker/canes lift assist chairs bathroom solutions incontinence products electric beds and hoists daily living aids/products free home demonstrations

Home Healthcare Equipment and Mobility Products Visit our showroom at: Cnr McGlashen Ave & Croucher St, Richmond, Nelson

Ph: 03 544 7717 www.accessmobility.co.nz


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