Alexandra Community House

Come along on Wednesday 17th June to Age Concerns Talking Cafe at 10am in the Church Lounge.
This months topic is around Elder Abuse.
Learn about what this is, how to recognise signs and where to get help.

Attention:
We have been made aware that a number of people have received an email claiming to have come from us at the Alexandra Community House.
The subject will be "Attached Recommendation Letter From Alexandra Community House"
Please do not click on any links or open any attachments as this is a scam. Please always check the actual email address it was sent from and mark the email as spam.

Ariadne Chapman from Central Otago Immigration will be hosting a free walk in session here on Friday 12th June from 11am - 1pm.
Please come in and see her for any visa or immigration queries.

Another fantastic workshop coming up by huddl.

A clear strategic plan can help your organisation stay focused, make good decisions, and strengthen the impact of your work. Join huddl for a workshop to introduce the fundamentals of strategic planning. Designed specifically for community groups and for purpose organisations, this session will cover:
• Understand what a strategic plan is and why it matters.
• How to identify your purpose, vision, and values
• Setting strategic priorities and measurable goals
• How to translate those goals into an action plan

Alexandra: Thursday 21 May - 5.00 pm – 7.00 pm - Alexandra Community House.
https://huddl.nz/existing-groups/upskilling-and-connections/strategic-planning

It appears we had some spam comments on our last post regarding tickets for the upcoming Winter Fashion Show.
There are definitely tickets available and can be purchased from Flying With Birds, New Order and from us here at the Alexandra Community House.

ICL will be running a Governance Training Workshop at the St Enoch's Church lounge on Friday 15th May. To register please email [email protected]

Don't miss this very valuable workshop for treasurers.

This practical workshop is designed to support new and existing treasurers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to manage their organisation's finances responsibly.

This workshop will cover:
• The role and responsibilities of a treasurer.
• Key legislation and compliance requirements.
• Financial reporting responsibilities.
• Tax returns and key filing obligations.
• How to prevent and identify fraudulent behaviour.

Alexandra: Thursday 14 May - 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm - Alexandra Community House.

https://huddl.nz/existing-groups/upskilling-and-connections/treasurer-101

This months Talking Cafe guest speaker is Tim Green from Hearing Support Otago.
Pop along for a cupa next Wednesday 15th April at 10am.
Tim will also be offering free individual appointments between 12pm - 4pm. Please contact Annelise from Age Concern to arrange an appointment.

Age Concern's Talking Cafe is happening this Wednesday 18th March.
This months guest speaker is Alison Lunn - Community Aphasia Advisor.
Pop along for a cuppa and learn about what Aphasia is, its impact and ways to better support those affected.

We have had a ring handed in that was found in the Church lounge. Please contact us if this is yours, ph 440 0740 or pop in and see us.