ME/CFS Canterbury / West Coast Charitable Trust managed by Volunteering Canterbury

Responsibilities

• Host informal social catchups in Rolleston and elsewhere in Selwyn
• Host occasional in-person group meetings (facilitate discussion on a topic, introduce a guest speaker or activity, create a friendly therapeutic space, and set up and pack down the venue).
• Facilitate in-person connections between local people (e.g., share contact details, or meet with a small group at a park).
• Provide and facilitate social, emotional and practical support for local people, including friendly calling or transport (only as able).
• Refer people to our Registered Nurse Service or Work and Income Advocacy team, when required.
• Refer people to our Outreach programme for practical support including housework, gardening, IT issues, etc.
• Share approved information about ME/CFS that is relevant to living with a chronic illness.
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