We’re excited to announce that our 'Gifts for Goldies' appeal, which launched at Christmas, is now open year-round! This initiative, which raised nearly $27,000, supports the residents of our Care Facility with donations for items and activities that enhance their well-being.
The ongoing 'Gifts for Goldies' appeal helps us fill the funding gap left by Health NZ/Te Whatu Ora, as aged care funding struggles to keep up with rising costs. Your support enables us to continue offering the best care, joy, and dignity to our residents. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we’ve already begun implementing several improvements. These include more planned outings for residents, enhanced activities in the Care Facility and the purchase of vital medical equipment.
Additionally, we’re thrilled to share that local artist Erika Pearce is working on 5 beautiful murals for our Tui Wing, funded in part by a very generous $3,000 donation!
We continue to focus on reaching our goal of acquiring the last eight pressure-relieving mattresses urgently needed for our Care Facility as well the transformation of our outdoor space in the Tui Wing into a serene and beautiful sensory garden. This new addition will provide a peaceful environment for our residents to enjoy, stimulating their senses and offering moments of relaxation and encouraging more social participation and inclusion.
We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our donors, and we want to remind everyone that no gift is too small. Whether you contribute towards one of the larger projects or make a smaller contribution, every donation helps make a difference. You don’t need to purchase a full gift to be part of this wonderful initiative – every bit counts, and we appreciate your support!
We are very keen to partner with more local businesses to promote this appeal and invite them to get involved with the Village. We are Kerikeri’s only charitable village and partnering with us is a great way to give back to the community, making a lasting impact to those that have already given.
Click here to donate to 'Gifts for Goldies' or or email adele@kerikerivillage.co.nz
