Presbyterian Support Southland


Welcome to the fifth edition of our PeopleMatters e-newsletter where you can read about the latest happenings within Presbyterian Support Southland.

Financial support needed 

PARO is a robotic seal that provides remarkable physiological benefits for dementia residents. We currently have one (read the story below) but we would like more, especially for Resthaven in Gore. If you are able to support us, please click here or call 03 211 8200. 

Save the date

Our Annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 18 October from 5.30pm at 181 Spey Street Invercargill.  Please join us as we highlight another year.

Memorabilia sought for 100 year celebrations

If you have any memorabilia, photos or memories of Presbyterian Support Southland over the past 98 years, we would love to hear from you.  Please call 03 211 8200. 

Join our team

If you are looking for a new opportunity, click here to view all current vacancies.


  1. Twenty Years of SupportLink Friendship

    What began as a desire to do something good for the community has blossomed into a firm friendship for Robyn Willett and Colin Gerken ... Read more…
  2. Robotic Baby Seal Making Friends at Iona

    A robotic baby seal could have a life changing impact for Iona residents. Read more…
  3. Face Your Future Event Inspires Invercargill Teen

    Invercargill teen Darcy McMurdo has returned from the L’Oreal Face Your Future event more motivated than ever. Read more…
  4. Getting to Know

    Helen Goatley Read more…
  5. Winter Wonderland at Resthaven Village

    Staff, residents and their families got right into the Christmas spirit with Gore’s Resthaven Village transformed into a Winter ... Read more…
  6. Equal Pay Decision Takes Effect 

    The landmark pay equity settlement has impacted tens of thousands of aged care and disability workers nationwide.  Read more…
  7. Cultural Korero

    Celebration of Matariki 2017 Read more…
  8. PSS Trustees in the News

    PSS Trustees have been making news.  Read more…
  9. Lasting Impact Remembered

    The memory of former Family Start Family/Whānau Worker Vicki Fraser lives on through the impact she had on her clients. Read more…
  10. Staff Achievements and Happenings

    Well done to all of the following staff Read more…