Driving Miss Daisy Wellington North - West

27/06/2024

Today we celebrate Matariki, and the beginning of the new year in the Māori lunar calendar

22/05/2024

Making memories with our lovely client. She loved this tree so I stopped to take a photo for her.

16/05/2024

It’s Pink Shirt day! By taking part in Pink Shirt day 2024, you will be doing your part to eliminate bullying by celebrating diversity & promoting kindness & inclusion. The funds raised on Pink Shirt Day enable the mental health foundation to deliver resources, activities & workshops that support schools, workplaces & communities to create safe environments where bullying can’t thrive.

11/05/2024

Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums, mum figures & women who want to be mums

We hope you all have a wonderful day 🌻

13/02/2024

Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you have a great day celebrating with loved ones

05/02/2024

Wishing you all a safe and happy Waitangi Day!

05/02/2024

Driving Miss Daisy Wellington North - Companion Driver Required for our Wheelchair Vehicle

Driving Miss Daisy is a safe, friendly and reliable companion driving service. We meet clients at their door, assist with groceries and other appointments and outings. Additional needs are catered for, including assistance with a walker or wheelchair.

All drivers are required to have a passenger license (p-endorsement) from NZTA, or are willing to obtain one.

We also require a current first aid certificate.

Our Drivers need to be a special person who not only enjoys providing a quality service but also has the time and enthusiasm to contribute to the care and wellbeing of clients.

The ability to work flexible hours and be able to work some weekends will be required.

If you wish to apply for this position, please contact 021 256 6902 or email: [email protected]

To apply online please visit: https://drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/become-a-daisy-driver/

01/02/2024

Hello everyone! I thought I would properly introduce myself!

I am Shirley Buchanan the new owner of Driving Miss Daisy - Wellington North/ West Franchisee. 🌼

I look forward to seeing lots of new faces this year!

07/07/2023

Driving Miss Daisy is an approved service provider for the Total Mobility Scheme which assists eligible people, who do not drive a car or who are unable to drive, or with a permanent disability or impairment to access appropriate transport to enhance their community engagement.

This scheme provides its members with access to transport and the means to participate in their communities in whatever way they choose – helping to get people out and about; whether for work, taking children to and from school, to appointments, to libraries, shopping, volunteer activities, etc. Involvement in communities is vital for well being and Driving Miss Daisy is happy to assist you with any outing you may need. We provide more than just transport, we provide another level of companion service with every trip.

This assistance is provided in the form of subsidised door to door transport services. Our drivers will get you to and from your destination and provide further assistance as needed. We provide independence and peace of mind for you and your family, caregivers, and professional agencies. At Driving Miss Daisy, we tailor the service to meet your needs.

Find out more: https://drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/total-mobility-service/

28/07/2022

Total Mobility Scheme card holders – here is some great news to start your day off with!

The fare reduction of 75% that is currently in place has once again been extended 🥳
It will now continue until 31st January 2023 (was due to finish 31st August 2022)

Making it easier for you to get out and about 🚙💙

Book directly with your local Daisy 🌼
Find their details at www.drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/find or call 0800 948 432

05/04/2022

Let's get out and about and now connect with family, friends, and community 💙🚙

If you qualify for the Total Mobility Scheme, we have great news!!

From the 1st April – 30th June, transportation fares are being reduced by 75% (regional caps apply)

For more information, contact your local Daisy – find their details at www.drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/find

02/02/2022

Just because you can't see it, it doesn't mean it's not there.

Fear, worry, and stress are normal responses to perceived or real threats, and at times when we are faced with uncertainty or the unknown.

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out.

To find out more and what resources are available - https://mentalhealth.org.nz/getting-through-together

11/01/2022

10/01/2022

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Dementia is a progressive condition which means the symptoms will gradually get worse. Over time, most functions of the brain will be affected. How quickly and in what way dementia progresses depends on each individual.

08/12/2021

Driving Miss Daisy – always a pleasure, never a chore. New Zealand’s number one companion driving service. Call Driving Miss Daisy and ride with a friend.

24/11/2021

So delighyed to be able to sponsor the St Brigids fun day in December! 🌼

We had huge support from sponsors for this year's Fair. While most of it has carried over to next year, we decided to use some of it for the school fun day on Monday 13 December. To bring a bit of joy to a year of cancellations.

So a huge thank you to Ang & Driving Miss Daisy Wellington North for sponsoring a Super Hero Bouncy Castle. We hope the kids enjoy it!

https://drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/franchise/wellington-north/

https://www.facebook.com/Driving-Miss-Daisy-Wellington-North-454292771438667

10/11/2021

It can be incredibly stressful to be faced with the realisation that you - or a loved one - is no longer able to drive, and the adjustment of life without a car . It’s a huge mindshift – the worry of loss of freedom, and independence.

We hear a lot of stories like this at Driving Miss Daisy. We are here to talk and guide you through any worries or concerns that you may have – no question is a silly question!
Call Driving Miss Daisy Wellington North on 04 478 5535 or 021 256 6902 💙🚙🥰

Driving Miss Daisy – always a pleasure, never a chore. New Zealand’s number one companion driving service. Call Driving Miss Daisy and ride with a friend.

02/11/2021

It’s Movember! 👨

Men’s health is in crisis. Men are dying on average 5 years earlier than women, and for largely preventable reasons.

Movember is the leading charity intent on changing the face of men’s health on a global scale, year round. Their one goal : stop men dying so young.

Hop on over to nz.movember.com or take a look at Movember New Zealand to check out the wealth of info that they have available, and to see what you can do to raise awareness 💙

15/10/2021

22/08/2021

To mask or not to mask, that is the no longer the question!

From today, it is a mandatory requirement that at Alert Level 4 a mask must be worn by ALL people (employees AND customers) at open businesses and services that involve customer contact. This includes wearing face coverings at supermarkets, pharmacies, and petrol stations. Also on public transport and at departure points (such as train stations and bus stops), on flights, in taxis and ride-share vehicles (drivers and passengers), and visitors to healthcare facilities.

It’s a good thing, let’s all get on board and do whatever we can to stamp out COVID 💪 💙

See the official COVID-19 website for further information on face coverings: https://covid19.govt.nz/health-and-wellbeing/protect-yourself-and-others-from-covid-19/wear-a-face-covering/

22/08/2021

💙 We're still here for you 💙

If you'd like to arrange a booking, call us on 04 478 5535 or 021 256 6902

💙 We're still here for you 💙

If you'd like to arrange a booking, call us on 0800 948 432 .

Alternatively to find the number to call your local Daisy directly, visit our website at https://drivingmissdaisy.co.nz/find/. From here, you will be able to click directly on your region to bring up the contact details, or by typing in your home address.

18/08/2021

As an essential service, DMD Wellington North can ensure the safe pick up and deliveries of your medical prescriptions and medicine. Let us take the stress away - we are still here for you

17/08/2021

From 11.59pm Tuesday 17 August, all of New Zealand will move to Alert Level 4.

This measure will remain in place for 3 days until 11.59pm 20 August for all of New Zealand, with the exception of Auckland and the Coromandel Peninsula with both staying in Level 4 likely for the next 7 days.

This is a response to a community outbreak in Auckland which is currently under investigation and possibly linked to the Delta variant.

International evidence and science around the Delta variant shows that it is twice as infectious and more liable to cause severe illness.

The decision to change Alert Levels reinforces the need to take swift and robust action around the latest case to detect and stamp out the possibility of any further transmission.

04/08/2021

03/08/2021

12/04/2021

One of our incredible clients Cyrus Dahl who has cerebral palsy, made it a mission to raise funds to install Wellingtons first supportive bucket swings for kids with disabilities.

Cyrus and his mum Kris targeted to raise $25k and has now raised over $43k!

Because of his efforts, thirteen year old Cyrus took home the Youth Philanthropist category at the Wellingtonian of the Year Awards!

Well done Cyrus from the Wellington North Daisy team. You are an amazing young man and we are so excited seeing your project bought to life.
https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-disabled-children-swing-and-play

Kia Ora koutou te whanau I’m pleased to let you know know that through your wonderful support Cyrus won the Youth Award at the Wellys last night for philanthropy. Thanks to the Nikau Foundatio…

11/04/2021

Join us for morning tea or lunch!
Call 04 478 5535 or 021 256 6902 to get in touch