Alzheimers Society Eastern Bay of Plenty Incorporated

17/03/2026

Only one more week until the Ōpōtiki Blokes' Shed open day! Come and check it out next Wednesday 25 March at Peria House on Richard Street.

12/03/2026

The Disabilities Resource Centre Trust in collaboration with New Zealand Police, Eastern Bay Road Safety Programme, and Whakatāne Neighbourhood Support invites mobility scooter users to join us for a relaxed Mobility Scooter Safety Session.

📍 Disabilities Resource Centre, 141 King Street, Whakatāne
📅 Thursday 2 April 2026
⏰ Drop in anytime between 11.00 am – 1.00 pm

Pop in for a cuppa and kōrero, ask questions, and pick up some helpful tips about staying safe and visible while travelling around our community.

11/03/2026

Just some of the items that have been made/sold by the guys at the Ōpōtiki Blokes' Shed. Remember to come check them and the facilities out at the open day on Wednesday 25 March from 9am at Peria House on Richard Street.

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09/03/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring! – Navigator (Dementia Support) 🌟
Part-time | 15 hours per week (3 days)
📍 Whakatāne | Permanent Role
Alzheimer’s Society Eastern Bay of Plenty is looking for a compassionate and skilled Navigator to support people living with dementia mate wareware and their whānau across the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
As a Navigator, you’ll walk alongside families before and after diagnosis — offering emotional support, practical guidance, and helping connect them with local services. This role requires a warm, person‑centred approach and a commitment to working in a culturally respectful way.
✨ We’re looking for someone who has:
• Experience in health or social services
• Excellent communication skills
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence
📄 Applications will be reviewed as they are received. A position description is available on request.
📧 To apply:
Send your CV and a brief cover letter to: [email protected]
Help make a real difference for people living with mate wareware and their whānau. 💜

05/03/2026

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03/03/2026

The Ōpōtiki Blokes' Shed OPEN DAY!
Wednesday 25th March from 9am at Peria House, 43 Richard Street, Ōpōtiki

Come down and check out the facilities, the items available for sale and meet the team.

The Blokes's Shed is a dementia-friendly space, but that doesn't mean it's only for those living with dementia mate wareware - everyone is welcome! Come and make the space yours too.

16/02/2026

Save the date - we will be at the Have a Heart expo and Family Festival. Its a great day out - look forward to seeing you there!

15/02/2026

💙 A huge thank you to the Knit n Natter Group 💙 part of the Edgecumbe Womens Institute.

Our Alzheimer’s team would like to sincerely thank you for your kindness in creating TwiddleMuffs for people living with dementia in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

We were absolutely wowed by your beautiful knitting, and these TwiddleMuffs will be shared with people who will truly benefit from them.

Thank you for your generosity and support—it is very much appreciated.
📸 Below is a photo of some of our community team: Lesley, Elayne, Lee and Talia with the TwiddleMuffs.

01/02/2026

We’re excited to let you know that the latest edition of Where from here | He Ara Whakamua – Mid-North Island has just arrived, thanks to The Eldernet Group.

This trusted, free resource is designed to help older people, and their families navigate the ageing journey with greater clarity and confidence. It covers everything from:

· accessing home and community support

· understanding legal and financial considerations

· comparing retirement village options

· transitioning into aged residential care

· planning for end-of-life care

It’s packed with practical advice, checklists, real-life scenarios, and up-to-date information — no wonder it’s often called the ‘older person’s bible’.

As one of Eastern Bay of Plenty's distribution points, we’re proud to make this valuable book available to our local community.

Come see us to collect your free copy today – while stocks last! We are located at the Lightning Hub above KiwiBank on the Strand Whakatane. Or download a digital copy for free at https://www.eldernet.co.nz/where-from-here.

If you have any questions about the book or would like help accessing other local services for older people, we’re always happy to assist

Send a message to learn more

15/01/2026

If you've got some skills and spare time, Ōpōtiki Blokes' Shed needs you!

We're looking for some more handy blokes to help keep the Peria House Blokes' Shed running on Wednesdays.

The Blokes' Shed is a dementia-friendly facility that provides a safe place for our clients to connect with others while still contributing to the community by creating quality wooden toys/items.

If you've got some skills/spare time, we'd love to discuss the possibilties with you - apply on Seek now!

08/01/2026

Farewell to our wonderful Ōpōtiki Blokes’ Shed volunteer, Roy Hamnett, who’s headed off for a new adventure out of town 👋

Roy has been volunteering with us since 2017, crafting and selling these beautiful wooden toys and projects to raise funds. We’ll miss you, Roy — thank you for everything! 💜

Got skills and a bit of spare time? We’d love to hear from you — get in touch to find out more about volunteering at the Blokes’ Shed.