Bay of Plenty
Including Western Bay of Plenty, Tauranga, Eastern Bay of Plenty and Lakes (Rotorua area)
Annabelle
Health and Wellness Facilitator
Tuesday to Friday 9am till 3pm
Phone or Txt: 027 625 4449
Please note: the Eastern BOP and Lakes contacts still work and are being forwarded onto Annabelle
Regional report Aug 2024
Hello BOP members,
Has anyone noticed the first signs of spring yet? I took a lovely short walk in my local reserve recently and saw so many plants in bloom. It’s amazing how nature can bring colour to the last wintery days. Snowdrops and bluebells are my favourites. Take some time to appreciate these changes in our environment—they can help us stay connected and calm our nervous system.
Throughout August, I’ll be releasing one of my short restorative movement videos each week. These are specifically designed for those with CFS/POTS/FM, so keep an eye out for them on our website under self-care videos.
Our first in-person meeting in Whakatane had a slow start due to some technical issues, but the venue was lovely and even provided refreshments. The next meeting will be on October 2nd at the clinical campus at the hospital.
It was great to hear from MSD at our last members’ meeting that our Towards Wellness Program can be claimed on the disability allowance. I’ve been enjoying facilitating our small online group through the program, which I believe is crucial for your wellness journey. With information and resources to help you manage your condition and improve your quality of life. During our Zoom meetings, we watch the videos together, discuss the content, and leave time at the end for activities or questions. Each session lasts no longer than an hour, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others on the same journey.
If you’d like to join our next intake or need more information about the Towards Wellness Program, please let us know.
Until next time take care and stay warm and cosy 😊
Fantastic, friendly and supportive people. Most importantly show understanding of what your going through.
Monthly Members Meetings
Is for all our members who want to attend a monthly meeting but do not have the extra energy to leave their homes
Currently, all Monthly Member Meetings are held online. We welcome you to join us - if you need support getting online, please contact your facilitator and we can have a practice prior to meeting time so that you feel more comfortable on the day.
Social Groups
Tauranga
Venue: Palmers Cafe, Welcome bay roundabout (3rd Wed of each month) 10.30am
Papamoa
Papamoa Coffee Group
1st Tuesday of the month at 10.30am
Venue: Double Teaspoons (outside foodcourt), Papamoa Plaza.
Whaktane
EBOP Members meeting
First Wednesday of the month at 10.30am
Venue to be confirmed
Rotorua
Rotorua Social Group
First Thursday of the month at 11am
Held at the Arts Village
Counselling available
Counselling available during term time.
These are mainly held online via Telehealth, but also available at our Tauranga office as well
This counselling will be offered for all ages and it will be provided in a strictly confidential environment. Please contact your Facilitator by email or Phone or Txt: 027 625 4449 if you would like to participate in this.
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