Lyttelton Health Centre

08/10/2025

Its mental health awareness week - check out the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand great page and daily posts.

It's day three of Mental Health Awareness Week! Be active / me kori tonu is our Top Up Together theme for Rāapa (Wednesday). 🏃

Being active is not only important for our physical wellbeing, it’s also a powerful mood booster. Being active with whānau and friends can boost motivation, strengthen social bonds, and make physical activity more enjoyable.

Show us how you’re topping up together today by using the hashtag and be in to win a $200 Prezzy card 💸! Terms and conditions apply.

Tap the link 🔗 in our bio to find inspiration on how you can be active today.

30/09/2025

Are you fully immunised against measles? A confirmed measles case has been identified in Queenstown, along with cases confirmed in Northland over the last few days and as it is school holidays, these cases could be from your area. If you are unsure, review the link provided or contact us.

28/09/2025

Have you heard of "Step Ahead"

Step Ahead seeks to promote and support the holistic wellbeing of people who experience mental health issues.

The aim is to work with members to empower and enable them to have the belief and ability to develop life skills so that they can achieve the best possible level of independence, resilience, confidence and quality of life.

Members can expect to receive the highest level of support while at Step Ahead. The services offered will be in line with current evidence-based mental health research.

At the heart of Step Ahead’s philosophy is a positive and inclusive attitude which incorporates kindness, understanding, acceptance and being non-judgemental towards member recovery.

Step Ahead supports the Whare Tapa Wha approach throughout recovery that includes engaging with community, whanau and other like-minded organisations.

Who can join?

Anyone between the ages of 18 and 65 with a diagnosed chronic mental health condition and who can attend independently.

New members are always welcome and can be referred by a health professional, friend, family member, or just come on their own

Check out there October calendar of incredible activities!

Programmes The monthly programmes are at the core of what we do each day at Step Ahead. Ashburton Programme October Puriri Programme October Rangiora Programme October Stanmore Programme October Please remember to book Text, email, phone – or simply book in yourself when you are next in. Bookings ...

23/09/2025

Kia ora 👋 Just a reminder that the Winter Energy Payment ends on 1 October 2025. This happens every year at this time.

We know the Winter Energy Payment can make a difference over the colder months. If you're worried how you'll manage without it, we may be able to help you in other ways.

👉 Check what you might qualify for using our online tool: bit.ly/35Sgwff
👉 Find advice to help manage your money: bit.ly/32ZM1C4
👉 Get in touch with us: bit.ly/2WkPpUH

If you qualify for the Winter Energy Payment next year, you'll get it automatically from 1 May until 1 October 2026.

Find more information on our website below 👇
https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/products/a-z-benefits/winter-energy-payment.html

17/09/2025

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2025 (Māori Language Week) is being celebrated from Sunday, September 14 to Saturday, September 20, 2025. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the first Māori Language Week, which grew out of a movement to revitalize the language. Theme: The theme for 2025 is “Ake ake ake – A forever language“.

01/09/2025

A huge thank you to all those able to donate to our daffodil day donation box at the centre over the last few weeks. We were overwhelmed by your generosity for this incredible cause. 🏵

1 in 3 could be me

17/08/2025

Hot Water Bottles safety

We’ve noticed an increase in hot water bottle burns recently, especially with the colder weather. These injuries can be serious, but most are preventable.

A few safety tips:

Replace regularly – bottles older than 2 years are more likely to split.

Fill with care – use hot (not boiling) water and fill only two-thirds full.

Check for wear – cracks, thinning, or hardened patches mean it’s time for a new one.

Protect your skin – always use a cover or wrap in a towel.

Extra caution with children – never give a hot water bottle directly to young kids or babies.

Hot water bottles are great for warmth and comfort, but only when used safely. Stay cosy and stay safe.

05/08/2025

We want to hear your views!
Over the next few weeks you may receive an email or text message inviting you to take part in a patient experience survey about your recent experience at Lyttelton Health Centre. By taking part in the survey, you would be helping to improve the care you and your whanau receive, as well as care and access to health services in local communities across New Zealand. Taking part in the survey is voluntary and anonymous. Please ensure the contact details we have for you are up to date. This can be done by contacting Lyttelton Health Centre reception if you felt you may have recently changed email address.

18/06/2025

Introducing Heidi: AI-powered support for doctors

We’re excited to share that some of our doctors are now using “Heidi”; an advanced AI tool designed to enhance efficiency and accuracy in patient care. The GP will ask your permission first and if you decline, that is completely fine, and it will not be used.

Heidi is a recording programme that sits quietly in the background on a doctor’s computer, transcribing the consultation into a clinical note. This allows the doctor to be fully engaged in the conversation rather than typing into a computer.

After the consultation, the doctor reviews and finalises the notes before adding them to the patient’s record.

All recordings are securely processed and automatically deleted after a set timeframe, with no direct connection to patient records, ensuring complete confidentiality and privacy.

With Heidi, we’re embracing innovation to streamline workflows and provide even better care for you.

If you have any questions or concerns about Heidi, feel free to speak with your doctor or any member of our team. We are committed to ensuring your comfort and confidence in our services.

Make Heidi work for your practice in New Zealand with these free resources. Browse clinician best practices, patient explainers, Heidi FAQs & more.

08/06/2025

It's Coeliac Awareness Week 9th - 15th June
https://coeliac.org.nz/coeliac-awareness-week/

Check out the recipes here https://coeliac.org.nz/product-category/recipes/

03/06/2025

Bowel cancer is over 90% curable when caught early - but it’s still claiming more than 1,200 Kiwi lives each year. This June, during Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, we’re asking you to help us change that!

29/05/2025

To our enrolled patients
Fees increase from 1.7.2025
Due to the increase in operating costs of our practice, there will be an increase in the standard consultation fees.
Consultation
0 –13 years FREE
14 – 17 years - from $42 to $45
18 and over - from $58 to $62

The last fee increase for this group of patients was August 2024

CSC holder co-payment for
 18 years and older is still $19.50
 14-17 years is $13.00