Fortunately our winter is not being too harsh this year, with a few frosts being reported and some flooding in some parts, but on the whole we have been so much better off than those further south. We wish them well and hope it hasn't been too overwhelming and damaging to people's lives.
The Community House has had busy days and quiet days, all while we continue upgrading some of the services in and around the property so that we can continue to get work done efficiently. The seniors' lunch is settling in with the new catering staff and there has been plenty of good feedback. We wish them well in their venture. The colder weather hasn't stopped people coming which is a good sign, and we know they are loving the opportunity to meet up with friends and neighbours. There was a glitch in communication when the July Chocolate Bingo day had to be cancelled - and while we thought we had contacted all - it turned out there were still some who hadn't got the message. We feel bad about this so will try to make up for it next time.
Our Manager is continuing to further her work in the Children's Team and she reports that they have a strong and positive feel about their work - this will be a valuable addition to the existing work done in seeing to the health and well being of our children.
We hope to announce an exciting new venture in the coming weeks which will be a benefit to all in the Otamatea region - watch this space.
Take care, stay warm,dry and safe and look after each other.