Hello my name is Gina Strawbridge and I am very happy to be the new manager of Taurima. I started working with older adults with my grandparents about fifteen years ago as they were cared for at home and it was my love of them that than...
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On 6 December we celebrated with a Christmas Party. Lillian organised a nativity play complete with Mary, Joseph , baby Jesus, wise men & shepherds. We even had an angel (Alice ) & a Drummer boy !. Father Christmas...
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The weather is slowly improving. Our tulips are stunning & there is a lot of colour in the garden .We are looking forward to being able to get out into the garden for picnic lunches. The garden festival is coming up. Hopefully the weather...
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Mid-Winter Christmas was celebrated last month with roast meal & all the trimmings. We have been busy enjoying lots of activities both at Taurima & in the wider community. Daffodil Day saw a trip to Egmont Village School to donate to the...
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Lillian has been busy entertaining our residents this month. A trip to Stratford lavender products & wood turning was fun. A visit to Ngamoutu Beach & then a walk along the wharf by those able. Catching the last of the fine weather. We...
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Taurima Birthday 26 years as dedicated resthome. High tea & entertainment was provided for the residents , their families & the general public to see what Taurima has to offer . A Small , Friendly , Homely ,Family like environment with...
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OPEN DAY 25 May 2pm. Come see us & what we have to offer. A day in the life of a Taurima rest home Resident.
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Americana was in town celebrating their 10th anniversary . As on their schedule every year our residents enjoyed rides in the Hot Rods. We had about 1/2 dozen cars here & all had some morning tea & lots of laughs. Many thanks to the...
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We were lucky enough to share in the celebration of one of our residents 80th birthday, having friends and family to join in on a special day is always important to us. Our residents enjoy getting out and about and enjoying activities put on by...
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We are just waiting for the summer to have our monthly picnic and entertainment in our lovely garden, which at present is blooming with roses, sunflowers, and dahlias. Watch this space for the photos.
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At the end of every year we celebrate Christmas with a large gathering of family and friends. We enjoy a smorgasbord dinner provided by Taurima and entertainment. Father Xmas pays a visit and this year was no different.
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