Children's creativity on display 10 August 2017 Dunedin was host to a national art and writing competition during July; thematically inspired by Mother Teresa's charitable sentiments. Volunteering brings valuable connection 28 July 2017 People volunteer in many different ways at Presbyterian Support Otago. One of the programmes run by Presbyterian Support Otago is Visiting Volunteers. Presbyterian Support Otago farewells Chief Executive 14 July 2017 Today Gillian Bremner has announced her intention to retire, with effect from early next year. Bev’s a ‘Good Sort’ 4 July 2017 New Zealanders are known to be great volunteers but few would spend over 10 hours a week, on average, like Bev Chatwin does in Wanaka. On a Path to Purpose: A Can’s Perspective 4 July 2017 My body forms; what was once shapeless silver is now unyielding metal. A cold, hard shell; a container for precious cargo that I shall receive. Volunteering brings five years of new friendships 23 June 2017 John Meek has been involved as a volunteer with our Enliven services in Alexandra for five years. Community generosity warms our hearts at Octacan 2017 22 June 2017 The Octacan collection for Presbyterian Support Otago’s Family Works foodbank has been a fantastic success. Building great relationships with elderly 20 June 2017 Marian Ross is a Club Enliven volunteer who takes pride in involving herself in the elderly community. Buddy enjoys mentoring 7-year-old 19 June 2017 Among the many valuable initiatives that Family Works offers the Buddy Programme is special, as it provides adult mentors for children who need additional support. PSO volunteers contribute over 36,000 hours to Otago communities 19 June 2017 Presbyterian Support Otago (PSO) relies on the generous support of over 600 volunteers throughout the Otago area, to deliver more than twenty community programmes to almost 10,000 people. Giving to Presbyterian Support for 30 years 16 June 2017 It’s National Volunteer Week and like many organisations Presbyterian Support Otago has always been well supported by volunteers. In fact, almost half of our people are volunteers. You CAN support Octacan 6 June 2017 The annual Octacan collection, in support of Presbyterian Support Otago’s foodbank, is happening on Thursday 22 June. Requests for help rise, as tempratures drop 31 May 2017 With your support, we can limit the effects of winter for many Otago families. Steampunk celebrated at Shop on Carroll 31 May 2017 Anyone who visited Shop on Carroll in May would have found themselves immersed in the extraordinary world of steampunk. Playgroup with a twist 31 May 2017 An unusual Oamaru playgroup celebrated its 23rd birthday in April, with people of all ages on hand to mark the occasion. Spectacular views enjoyed in Taieri Gorge 30 May 2017 The sun was shining, the views were incredible, and people went home very happy! Tickets sold out early, and more than 460 people enjoyed the rare opportunity to walk the Taieri... Representing Dunedin at the National Community Awards 30 May 2017 Presbyterian Support Otago was the Dunedin representative at the Trustpower National Community Awards, held in Rotorua in March. Countdown to Octacan 30 May 2017 We only have a few short weeks until the annual Octacan collection in Dunedin’s Octagon on Thursday 22 June. Footpath puts brakes on residents 30 May 2017 Natalie Hill loves her life at Holmdene Enliven care home in Balclutha. There is just one frustration.
