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St Andrews staff have recently had an independent audit – the results are very positive!

The auditor’s report highlighted the positive interactions between staff and residents as well as their relatives. Specific mention was made of our St Andrews kitchen team – with the food being praised as “fantastic”, the kitchen “spotless” and our Food Service Manager described as “very knowledgeable”.

Our activities staff were mentioned in particular for their wonderful enthusiasm. Well done, team!

Margaret Pearce retires after 24 years at Ross Home

We would like to congratulate Margaret on her retirement and thank her for the 24 years she spent as Manager of Ross Home. Experienced Clinical Manager Regan Gilchrist has stepped into the role of Interim Manager at Ross Home.

Mihi whakatau for Enliven General Manager

We recently welcomed our new General Manager - Enliven Services, Michelle van Kampen, who comes to us with a wealth of experience in aged care and we are thrilled to have her join us!

Image: Michelle (fourth from left) was welcomed by (from left) Poutama Crossman-Nixon from Arai Te Uru Marae, Kerry Enright, Deputy Board Chair, Mani Malloy-Sharplin, Board member, Stephanie Pettigrew, Board Chair, and Interim CEO, Robbie Moginie.

Annual General Meeting (AGM)

This year’s AGM featured guest speaker leading social scientist, Distinguished Professor Emeritus Paul Spoonley, who spoke to the topic ‘Going, Growing, Gone – The Changing Demography of Aotearoa New Zealand’.

Image: Board Chair, Stephanie Pettigrew, with Professor Paul Spoonley and Robbie Moginie, Interim CEO

Life membership was awarded to Julie Dawkins for an incredible 30 years volunteering with PSO.

Image: Life member Julie Dawkins with Jasmin Enright, Volunteer Programme Coordinator

Buddy Programme creates Christmas Artwork

We have received some outstanding Christmas artwork from our very talented young buddies.
The Buddy Programme really helps foster young people to grow their confidence and build their self esteem.

This programme is unfunded and relies completely on donations and grants to keep running. If you are interested in supporting the Buddy Programme please use our donation page.

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