Iona care home – the old boiler isn’t what it used to be... it’s giving us the cold shoulder

The old coal boiler at Iona Home in Oamaru has reached the end of its useful life. Iona is looking to replace this with a new state-of-the-art heating system anchored by a wood chip boiler. This new system will be better for the environment with lower carbon emissions (wood-heating systems save a lot of CO2). The system is designed to provide increased efficiency, independence and safety in heating.

Presbyterian Support Otago received an amazing $152,614 bequest which will go to support Iona. In addition, we will be seeking multiple grants and other funding to help finance the approximate $500,000 replacement cost.

The new boiler will make a huge difference to the future of Iona, it’s residents and the community. It will ensure sustainable heating for many years to come.

The bequest we received in Oamaru has contributed 30% of total cost to this very important upgrade for Iona and we are eternally grateful.

Leaving a gift in your Will is an incredible way of showing you care for your community and the people in it, well into the future.

There are different ways to support PSO in your Will:
• A nominated percentage of your total estate.
• A residual gift - after providing for your family, you can nominate that you want to leave part of what’s left of your estate to PSO.
• A specific gift/amount of money, real estate or any consideration.

If you would like to find out more about leaving a gift (bequest) to Presbyterian Support Otago, please contact:

Olivia Willems
Fundraising and Events Coordinator
Phone: 03 470 0823
Email: fundraising@psotago.org.nz

Or visit our page Leave a gift in your Will for more information

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