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Canterbury / West Coast

Term 3, 2010

Up to date OSCAR news, events and activities in the Canterbury and West Coast regions.

A Word From The Local OSCAR Advisors
Read Ariana and Amanda's comments in the Regional Newsletter for Canterbury and West Coast

Professional Development Opportunities
CPS Workshop: Recognising and Responding to Child Abuse
This workshop will provide an introduction to:

  • Signs and symptoms of abuse
  • How to respond if a child discloses abuse
  • Do’s and Don’ts in talking to children
  • Legal requirements about reporting abuse
  • What to do to protect a child
  • How to stand up for the child when you meet resistance from others
  • How a Child Protection Policy can help
  • How to deal with our own feelings
  • Where to refer and get the help needed

This workshop will meet the Child Protection Training requirement in the CYF OSCAR Standards. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. Enrol today! Spaces are strictly limited. 

Date Wednesday 22 & Thursday 23 September (The same one day course is offered on two days)
Time 9.00am - 2.00pm
Venue Papanui Club (Manuka Room), Sawyers Arms Road, Papanui, Christchurch
Cost

$100 per person (OSCAR Foundation members)
$120 per person (non-members)
Morning tea provided (Lunch NOT provided)

To enrol or for more information contact Julia at CPS on 07 838 3370 or

Networking Meeting

Date Thursday 5 August
Time 10.30am - 12.30pm
Venue Fendalton Service Centre
RSVP Monday 2 August to Ariana

Volunteering Canterbury
Volunteer Canterbury run a range of courses and events. Have a look on their website for more information.

OSCAR Network in Christchurch
The Christchurch area is also serviced by the OSCAR Network in Christchurch.They are dedicated to providing free information and services to OSCAR programmes who are members of the OSCAR Network. Their office is open from Monday to Friday from 9am - 12noon. Appointments can be made outside of these hours.

Contact Details
You can contact OSCAR Network by phone 03 379 3915, fax 03 379 3918 or email .

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Ariana Batstone

Contact Details
Phone - 03 374 9075
Mobile - 021 607 424
Email -
Address - PO Box 5683, Papanaui, Christchurch 8542

Amanda Murray

Contact Details
Phone - 03 374 9075
Mobile - 021 636 836
Email -
Address - PO Box 5683, Papanaui, Christchurch 8542

Office Details

Address - 1A Harewood Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053

Hours - Wednesday/Thursday 10.00am - 2.00pm

 


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