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CHATTERSA publication of Crossroads ClubhouseINSIDE SCOOP!March - May 2024C L U B H O U S E D A YP I N K S H I R T D A YN E W L A W N ST E A M M E M B E RS A M O A NL A N G U A G E W E E K

EDITORIAL The opinions expressed in Chatters are not necessarily those of Crossroads Clubhouse,Arahura Trust or Auckland District Health Board. We welcome your feedback and arehappy to pass this on the contributors. Already halfway through the year, and it's been a busy one. New members, new activities,new students. While new things are exciting, there has been plenty of old routines andregular activities. Karaoke, Social rec, kiwi harvest, boot camp and regular nutritiouslunches!!Regular Crossroads eventsSocial Recreation for the last 3 months has been very engaging. In march we went to Milfordbeach with Theresa. there was fun,pizza, kfc a few dips in the sea and walks along thebeach.Ultimately a very chill time. A slight hitch involved an unexpected jump start of thefridge to help us on our way home.Another month was a trip to the domain on a wetter day with an exploration of the Museumwith Shevonne. Was a wet day, but we managed to spend most of it inside. For the social rec led by Nadz we went south, to Otara market, live music and browsingthrough the goods of the market and Why Knot, grabbing some good deals!On pink shirt day we enjoyed a Table tennis competition with great fun and a wee bit ofcompetition Geoffrey took out first position while Paul and Anna were the runners up. Alongwith the best dressed Quinny, Jason young taking out the prize. On the food front there has been an increase in the price from $4 to $5 however you can stillget good bang for your buck. and if you plan your weeks right sometimes you can get a freelunch. We also received a new german food making machine. not sure what meals it can makebut it holds much promise. Called the ThermomixOutside of Crossroads the bus routes remain consistent but prone to delays or rerouting soyou could say not as consistent as they should be. However if you use a car to get around youmay notice a slight reduction in the cost of gas as the Auckland Regional Fuel Tax has beenremoved.Other aspects of Crossroads that have been regular has been the weekly or biweeklybootcamp session with Tania from YMCA up the road. If lifting weights is not your thing,prehaps walking around the block is more your speed, with the walking group.Another routine for many of Crossroads is to enjoy the good food that comes from KiwiHarvest. Shout out to Trey who is a regular driver for the food truck that brings good food formany of us. Not to avoid mention of all who carry the food inside and organize it into all ofour bags. Anna, Shavonne, Chris and Mickie!Sam S.

DIRECTOR'S REPORTThe past months at Clubhouse have been eventful and exciting, as wecelebrated various significant occasions. Time truly flies, and it feels likejust yesterday we marked our 2nd year here in Onehunga with members andstaff coming together for a special celebration. The theme of culturaldiversity added a vibrant touch to the event, highlighting the richness ofour community.Pink Shirt Day was another highlight, with members enthusiasticallyparticipating in activities and competitive group games. These activities notonly showcased teamwork but also underscored the value ofbelongingness, a core principle of our Clubhouse.In terms of transitional employment, we are thrilled to announce thatanother member has successfully acquired a position. Their dedication anddemonstration of the required skills have truly paid off, setting a wonderfulexample for others.Samoan Language Week was an incredibly fun and educational experience,thanks to our staff member Shevonne and our Samoan members. Theygraciously taught us the Samoan way of speaking and living, filling the weekwith engaging activities and delicious food. Fa'afetai (Thank you) to Vonneand all the members who made this week unforgettable.As we approach mid-year, Crossroads Clubhouse reflects on the numerousevents and activities we've enjoyed so far. However, this is just thebeginning, as we have many more exciting plans in the pipeline. Mickie

This is our 2nd year here in Onehunga. We had an awesomeday celebrating. It was day of playing different games. Wehad people playing Jenga, Connect 4, scrabble and we alsoheld our 2nd Table tennis tournament with our reigningchamp Geoff. We had a few people enter our tournamentwhich was so good to see the participation, we had ourserious competitors and also some who just wanted to giveit a go, It was a fun day had by all. Anna M placed Third,Baby P Second and Geoff winning the tournament again. Well done to all who participated, we also had a bestdressed competition which was won by Quinny and Jason Y.Lunch was provided by Clubhouse which everyone enjoyedand it was also the first day of our first batch of students forthe year. So a big mihi (thank you) to all who came in for afun day. Lets make our third year even better!CLU B HOUSE DAY-By Nadia

Easter is a holiday celebrated by Christiansworldwide, commemorating the resurrection ofJesus Christ. Aside from being a Christianholiday people around the world celebrate ittraditionally by having a meal with friends andfamily and also our own version of Easter egghunt. At Crossroads Clubhouse we celebrated Easterwith members and staff by hiding eggs filledwith either chocolates or positive notes, or atask they need to do. E.g. do five pushes or makesomeone smile. It was a good day even though itwas a small activity, everyone participated andenjoyed their time.EAS T ER -By Theresa

As we march down those designated roads while the sun breaks the night, we take in the feeling of what it would be like to experience what our New Zealand and Australian soldiers went through in the frontline. We have reached our Community Hall destination and as we watch the raising of the flag, we remember the people who were once someone’s child, husband/wife, and father/mother. We reflect on the lives that were committed to bettering the futurewe know today. Their great sacrifice to serve their country and people. We shall remember them to support their loved ones who have continued living without them. Wearing the poppy flower pinned to our shirt as a symbol of remembrance and a hope for a peaceful future. We listen to stories of the last few survivors, whom we are fortunate to have with us sharing their experience in the war. May we continue to send our thoughts and prayers to their families in this time of remembrance.ANZAC D AY-By Shevonne

AUT STUDENTS- B y R uppin“1st Placement Students for 2024” The first group of students to kick-start doing their placement at Crossroads Clubhousefor 2024 were Jayden, Jayna and Georgina. They started on Clubhouse Day 2024 and everyWednesday after that weekly, for their 10-week placement, we had a blast together. We made “berry delight” ice-cream sorbet, baked scrumptious cookies and my favorite, Isang some song jams with Jayden acoustically with his classical guitar, it was awesome! I thank Jayden, Jayna and Georgina for their time at Crossroads Clubhouse, for being apart of our lives. I wish them all the best in their studies and academic endeavors. I would like to conclude with a questionnaire, a list of questions given to the students,with their last final ‘n’ departing words…from the students themselves personally to you!!Enjoy.1) Coming to the end of your placement at Crossroads Clubhouse, how are you feeling so far& overall? Was it what you expected??Jayden, Georgina & Jayna: It was an insightful experience. No, it was more relaxed than weexpected. It was an extremely wholesome & holistic place. 2) How would your experience at Clubhouse prepare you on your educational journey &degree?Jayden, Jayna & Georgina: Our experience at Clubhouse allowed us to gain exposure to themental health aspect of occupational therapy. This knowledge can be put into practicewhen in another mental health setting.3) How would you use your experience here at Clubhouse to make an impact out in the realworld, once you graduate?Jayden, Jayna & Georgina: The knowledge and stories we gained and heard can be relatedin other contexts. It gives us experience and compassion along with knowledge.4) Where do you see yourself in the upcoming future ahead?Jayden: Mental Health Occupational Therapist.Jayna: Hand Occupational Therapist.Georgina: Pediatric Occupational Therapist. (with Children)5) What’s your favorite moment(s) at Clubhouse?Jayden: Singing & Playing Guitar with Ruppin.Jayna: Hearing the member’s experiences & reading Quinny’s poems.Georgina: Baking with Gabe, David K, Anna M and Staff Member Theresa.6) If there was a Motto or Mantra you worked or lived accordingly to, what would it be &why?Jayden, Jayna & Georgina: “Take life one day at a time!”7) What advice or last words would you like to leave with Crossroads Clubhouse Staff &members?Students: It’s been lovely getting to know everyone! Thank you for sharing your experienceswith us!Staff: We appreciate, extend ‘n’ express our sincere and many thanks to General ManagerDavid Breen, Mickie, Hedy, Nadia, Theresa & Shevonne for the opportunity to come toCrossroads Clubhouse for our placement to learn. Thank you.

NEW LAW NS TEA M ME MBE R— By PaulHi I’m Paul and I’m the newest member of the C & C Lawns team.I’m very grateful that Clubhouse has offered me this opportunity.After I got trained, I got assigned a team and we do 4-5 properties. I like it because it keeps me busy and helps with my mentalhealth. It keeps me going and feel like I have a purpose. It givesme a reason to wake up early and get ready for my day ahead. I have also learned how to drive a trailer especially reversing itinto driveways which I think is another achievement I have made.I’m really thankful that I got the job and I’ll keep doing the best Ican on the job.

Year 2024 seventeenth morning, month of MayCrossroads Clubhouse celebrated an especially fantastic dayDiscussing anti-bullying and making us all thinkof times in the past when others made us feel stinkSorting our teams out so everything is fair.The competition is rife with rejoice and despairMaking wooden bridge spans by squeezing glue gun triggersscraping the ceiling with spaghetti and tape figuresMorning brunch was late because playing games was better Although Pink shirt Day David wore his pink sweater Shevonne’s Team won first game, Nadia’s the second Then thanks Theresa-to lunch we were beckoned Then after cleaning-now karaoke is played This is where record discoveries are made!when I’m Sixty Four- a love song from Gabe Then a Celtic melody (full respect) from Dave A coupla beats from Apolli’s power seatThen Nadia’s voice rings soulful and sweetFrom then on the day is fuzz ‘cos I’m doneMy head has a migraine but I remember the fun PINK SHIRT DAY— By Quinn yThe Biggest PInk Shirt Day Ever

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SAMOAN LANGUAGE WEEK — By Shevo nne20th May – 1ST JuneTheme: Tautua i le alofa, manuia le lumana’i. “Serve in love for a blessedfuture” Talofa i outou uma lava. Fa’afetai mo le avanoa na aumai i a te a’u e faiina lefiafiaga i le Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa. Hello everyone. Thank you for giving me theopportunity to celebrate Samoan Language Week. On Monday, I began with a Mix nMatch activity for the Days of the Week which everyone did an amazing job with inmatching the Samoan words to English. Our first participant Hedy did an amazing job. Well done! Also, a big well done toall the members for giving it a go. I enjoyed the team effort brought on byeveryone that attended the session. There was a high interest in learning Samoanamongst the members and staff which I was surprised to see. This motivated meto teach the Months of the Year for our next session. Yet again, everyone did asuperb job at translating and enouncing the words. There was a lot of laughter in the atmosphere, the members were intrigued andwanted more. On Wednesday we learned about common household items. Ipronounced out the Samoan words while the members followed. There was a lotof accurate pronunciation that I could hear amongst the members. Thursday’sactivity was to learn about Samoan colors. There was high participation amongst the members who were all open to learningmore. With a few practice rounds of pronouncing the Samoan colors, everyonemanaged and tried their best to find the English pair. I prepared a quiz for Fridayto test the members on what they have learned during the week. I applaudeveryone for giving their best. The quiz winner is Billy who managed to get 17/18 inthe quiz. Billy was met with very close competitors. Well done to all the memberswho participated in our Samoan Language Week activities. We ended the weekwith a short Samoan siva (dance) session and delicious Sapa Sui with fa’alifu taroand fa’i (Taro and banana dressed in coconut cream). Fa’afetai lava!(Thank you very much!)By Shevonne

Hi my name is Mervin, my story is that I joinedcrossroads 20 years ago. I am one of the longestserving people at Crossroads. I’ve had a pleasure ofmeeting many wonderful staff members andmembers, some who are no longer with us. I have foundcrossroads a wonderful place to engage in activities,plus bonus making many wonderul friends. Crossroadsmotivates me to be a better human being. I couldn't imagine life without the love and care in aplace where I feel I belong to. CC M EMB ERS— B y Mer v & B illyThe Clubhouse provides a good service for the people that live inthe community. A lot of friendly staff, good meals, self serve coffeeand good programs. I enjoy my time at clubhouse. The Clubhousemembers always make me feel welcomed. I enjoy going for walkswith them and lunch with them, I love to sing karaoke every fridays.And I look forward to to social recs. I also receive good advice fromstaff and memebrs which helps me in my daily living. TheClubhouse gives me the chance to get out of the house and not stayalone at home. —By Billy

ONE LOV E M OVI E RE VIE W -By J a s o n Y . We were lucky enough to watch One Love at clubhousewhich is a movie about Bob Marley. It is more about how hemade his first album Exodus and what really happened afterhe was shot. I really like the movie, to me Rasta and Bob Marley willalways be legends. Above all I give the movie a ten out often. My favourite song of Bob Marley is Could you be loved.

We left Onehunga in two vans the Fridge and the Mouse andwe went to Milford beach reserve. The weather was quitenice. Milford beach is beautiful and some of us went for awalk along the beach. There must be a marina up the riverbecause a launch and a yacht came sailing out of the rivermouth. There was a park bench table where we sat andtalked. We had KFC and pizza and garlic bread kindly suppliedby Theresa.We were going to go to Takapuna and look around after weate, but a driver had left the headlights on in the Fridge! Wehad to figure out how to restart the Fridge by using thejumping cables in the Mouse. Big manpower was used to pushthe bigger van around, and we parked the Mouse next to it. Iused my memory from mechanics to set the cable points onthe right points on the batteries, and I told the drivers whento start and rev the engines. On the second try the Fridgerestarted, thank Christ. If it hadn’t have started again, I don’tknow how the passengers would have got home again. We cancelled the little look around Takapuna and drovealmost in convoy back to Onehunga.MI LF OR D BE AC H - By Davi d G

GE NG HI S KH AN- By Apol inali o On the 29th of May we all went to Genghis Khanwith Mickie and the boys. It is a Mongolianrestaurant at M. Eden. We met up at clubhouseand made our way to the restaurant. we arrivedat the right time when it just opened up, we satdown and waited for a few minutes then went upand served our selves. I remembered I had 3 or 4 plates and reallyloved it! When everyone was done Mickie wentto pay and we all went home.

AU CK LA ND M US EU M- By Rupp in “Shevonne’s Debut Social Rec Trip”20/04/’24 – The day was rainy, dark and dreary but that didnot stop, hinder or dampen down our Spirits, no, not onebit... as we bravely trudged through the cold early morn,despite the dreadful, awful weather, towards Clubhouse…for today was a Special day… it was Shevonne’s debut & 1stSocial Rec at Clubhouse… a trip to Auckland Museum…down history, memory lane.. a glance to the past… ‘n’ hot,steaming, heavenly fish ‘n’ chips from Village Fishery,Mangere Bridge… now that’s what I’m talking about!! Whata way to spend the day!! Ohh Yeah!! Arriving at Auckland Museum, Shevonne paid for ouradmission which included Sam S, Anna, Billy, Polli, Bieu,Indi, Jason Y ‘n’ I. We started at the Maori Courtyard thenwe entered the Pacific Courtyard, which includedhistorical artifacts from the island nations of the Pacific. After an insightful experience at the Museum, we left forthe highlight of the day… hot, mouth-watering Fish & Chipsfrom Village Fishery at Mangere Bridge, of which weenjoyed back at Clubhouse. After enjoying our meal, we thanked Shevonne for her1st Social Rec and the lovely trip to the Museum and saidour goodbyes on a rainy day that ended very well indeed!!

WORD SEARCH — By Qu inny MANAMANAAKITANGABLUEREDTŪ RANGATIRA MOTUHAKETAUTIKANGAYELLOWGREENORANGEWHAKAMŌHIOWHITEWHAKARITENGAMŌUAKEBROWNTAUTOKOAKOMETERANGAHAUPURPLEAMUAMUPINKFor this word search you will need to find 18 words 9 of thesewords are colours and the remaining 9 will be found on a posterin clubhouse.

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