Working in the rain
Last week, Child's wing was demolished to make room for the
development of our new  two
storey wing. We are looking forward to seeing this completed
by the end of the year - they're working in the rain and wind!.
During this period, residents and families are assured that
resident and staff safety is paramount at all times. Bill
Manuel and his team are very conscious of our residents taking
exercise and we have strict health and safety practises in
place. Please note that access to the visitors carpark may
be restricted occasionally during the week while materials
are delivered.
110
years in the making
First established over 100 years ago, Sprott House moved to
Karori in 1900. We're celebrating our 110th anniversary this
year and would love your suggestions on how we should celebrate!
Do send us an email, leave a
note at reception or give us a call!
Best
foot forward
As feet grow older, they tend to develop more problems, naturally.
However, painful or uncomfortable feet are not something just
to put up with, so we've included some foot health tips here
to help.
- make sure you have a nice firm shoe which holds your foot
firmly.
- walking is great exercise for your feet.
- make sure your pantyhose or stockings are the correct
size, and preferably without seams.
- avoid going bare foot except at the beach.
- never cur corns or callouses with a rzor - ask your podiatrist
to sort them for you.
- bathe your feet daily in warm water and use mild soap.
- trim nails straight across.
- have an annual foot exam with a podiatrist.
- if you notice anything change consult a podiatrist!
A
call for volunteers
We have decided to develop a more structured volunteer service
at Sprott House. WE have been so fortunate in the past, and
currently, to have family and friends who spend time in a
voluntary capacity to enrich the lives of our residents.
However, we feel the time has come to test the waters and
advertise through local papers and flyers to see if there
are folk in the wider community who would like to assist ius.
If you are interested in volunteering or in finding out more,
please email us or call Angela Dowding on 476 8759.
Health
tips
- Headaches? Eat fish to help prevent them!
- Memory problems? Eat oysters which help improve memory
by supplying zinc.
- Feeling the cold? Make sure you ahve enough winter woollies
and layer them on!
That's it for this time. Don't forget that to subscribe to
the newsletter all you need do is call us or fill out the
form on the website.
Carole Hazelman
General Manager
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