Why practice gentle yoga as an older adult? Research has shown that older adults who participate in Gentle Yoga experience a wide range of positive effects including maintained or increased mobility, balance, strength, while promoting good bone and joint health. Along with the physical elements, Gentle Yoga can improve memory, mental health, and sleep patterns. … Continued
Based in Rolleston with visiting clinics in Leeston and Darfield and a fully mobile service (for home visits or rest home visits), Brenna Sincock Hearing is Selwyn’s hearing aid specialist. Fully qualified to perform ACC hearing tests and access ACC and Ministry of Health funding towards hearing aids. Fully mobile, with no additional charge for … Continued
Community Activities undertaken by Selwyn District Council include: Providing support and advice to local community organisations (e.g. about funding, legal issues, etc). Providing or promoting events and social/recreational programmes for the community (eg holiday programmes, day clubs for older adults). Information on health and social services available in the District. General community information on living … Continued
A voluntary organisation that supports residents with health issues by providing support for the unwell person and their caregivers. Volunteers are available to give caregivers some time out or to drive people to medical appointments etc. Covers Rolleston, Dunsandel, Weedons, West Melton and surrounding areas.
The Selwyn District council provides facilities and parks in their area. Rolleston Community Centre provides a range of health and social services to Rolleston and the Selwyn District. Phone to enquire about groups and activities. Has a space available for meetings. Provides community information. For bookings and enquiries Ph 03 347 2882
Books and other items are available to you from the Selwyn Libraries. You can use a Selwyn Library card at any of the Libraries and return borrowed items at whichever branch you’re nearest at the time. There are five Libraries for you to use across Selwyn: Darfield Library 1 South Terrace, Darfield Ph: 03 3187780 … Continued
Exercise for fun fitness and health. Strengthen and tone your core muscle, improve flexibility, balance and coordination. Improve digestion. Break up fat deposits, trim your waistline and engage in an aerobic workout that is fun. Monday 7.15 pm Cashmere Wednesday 7.15pm Rolleston Thursday 6.30pm North New Brighton All classes are an hour. Ring the number … Continued
