CAB on Air

"In this episode, Kerry discusses the universality of the CAB- and how it is trusted, relied upon and valued in the community. She talks about CAB's two aims: first how local CABs work together to respond to local community needs . Being part of a national organisation ensures consistent quality service. Kerry also highlights CAB's second aim: advocacy for change on issues adversely affecting communities, and CABNZ's robust research reports designed to effect change at government levels.

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Full bellies is a grassroots organisation that now provides over 1600 school lunches a week in 31 primary schools around Christchurch, Tayla Neal, Program Manager discusses their movement from 6 lunches in 2022 through to the impressive operation they now run, with the help of over 200 volunteers.

In today’s show, Holly Lyall talks the ways Te Tahi Youth advocates for the wellbeing and empowerment of young people in in Ōtautahi. She discusses their free, confidential wraparound services, including: medical support, career and training support, youth health in schools and support with mental health.

Stowe, CAB Manager updates us everthing that has been happening at CAB in recent months and reminds us of all the free services on offer to help people understand their rights and give them options and information about any issue they might have. If you are interested in finding out more or volunteering, contact: [email protected]

Kingdom resources is an organisation committed to empowering individuals and families with the tools and resources they need to take control of their finances. Jenny, a financial mentor describes their range of free services, including Taking the First step, which provides women with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to succeed in the job market.

Find more information about their work and all Contact details on their website at

www.Kingdomresources.org.nz

Get informed about your rights on the latest issues with Citizens Advice Bureau Christchurch

Grahame shares the many health and wellbeing services that Delta Community Trust offers in this two part podcast, the second of which will air in May. He describes the range of innovative supports offered for older adults and adults with disabilities including: the Evergreen Club, their Monday and Friday cafe, Friendship Link, free budgeting and advocacy services, and many more ways Delta supports the local Richmond communities and beyond.

Dani shares the work "It Takes a Village Hub" in New Brighton does, providing free baby and toddler bundles to Canterbury families in need of a little extra help, for whatever reason.

Professor Phil Bagshaw outlines the history, intended purpose and development of the Canterbury Charity Hospital. He discusses who and how people can access its wide range of services and the extraordinary contribution it makes to the health of our communities. https://www.charityhospital.org.nz

Suzanne Johnston and Jenny Saito talk about the wide range of health and wellbeing services Whānau Āwhina Plunket offers tamariki and their parents and families to help them get the best possible start in life. Plunketline, visiting services, immunisation and child health, anti-natal and parenting education and support, B4 school health checks are just some of their amazing services. https://www.plunket.org.nz/