Are you a Senior, or do you have a Senior in your life, who is looking to build their confidence online? CERT NZ’s Staying Safe Online for Senior’s webinar is coming up on the 20th of February and is designed to empower seniors, as well as friends and whānau, with the know-how to safely navigate … Continued
Read More >>Since the country went into what we now know as ‘Level 4 lockdown’, the Age Concern Canterbury team has been working from home continuing to connect with and support older people. With the country moving into Level 2 on Thursday 14th May we will be moving back into a more “normal” working environment. Our office … Continued
Read More >>Canterbury DHB is now limiting the numbers of people coming into our facilities The key changes are: one person per patient for most areas and no children under 16 to visit patients. Visiting hours will remain the same for services (as publicised on our website for each service). Anyone who is sick should also not … Continued
Read More >>The Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) says it’s great the influenza “flu” vaccine is available early. New Zealanders at highest risk of complications from influenza, and those in contact with high risk people, particularly healthcare staff, can now get vaccinated as soon as possible. From today onwards, influenza immunisation is free from general practices or participating … Continued
Read More >>Carry savings in your pocket this year Get your new Entertainment Membership today to support Age Concern Canterbury and receive this year’s exclusive Entertainment offers. Entertainment Memberships can start anytime and are packed with thousands of substantial savings on dining, travel and fun family activities. The Membership App is easy to download to start using … Continued
Read More >>Canterbury DHB’s public health team want to hear from anyone who dined at Madam Woo restaurant on 15 and 17 January, due to possible Hepatitis A exposure Community and Public Health are advising people who ate at Madam Woo Christchurch (255 St Asaph Street) at any time on 15 or 17 January 2020 that they … Continued
Read More >>“Do not knock” signs put out by homeowners to deter door-to-door salespeople are to be given legal standing backed by big fines. Salespeople who ignored “Do no knock” signs would face fines of up to $10,000, and their employers would face fines of up to $30,000. The “Do not knock” law was included in the … Continued
Read More >>Age Concern Canterbury’s office will be closed from 4.30pm on Friday, 20th December 2019 and will reopen at 9.00am on Monday, 6th January 2020. The Board and Staff of Age Concern Canterbury wish you all a very happy and safe Christmas and we look forward to working with you again in 2020.
Read More >>The New Zealand Masters Games is an annual multisport event which will be held in Dunedin, New Zealand from the 1st to the 9th of February 2020. Competitors do not need to be an elite athlete to compete and do not need to qualify. For most sports the minimum age starts at 30 years, and … Continued
Read More >>The SuperGold smart phone app is launched today. The app is the easy way to find discounts and offers when you’re out and about. It’s also a good way to find discounts near you, whether you’re close to home or travelling in New Zealand. The SuperGold app doesn’t replace your SuperGold card. You still … Continued
Read More >>The Breeze Walking Festival provides a chance for all Cantabrians to put some spring in their step and explore their region, from Saturday 28 September to Sunday 13 October 2019. Festival programmes will be available at Christchurch City Council libraries and Service Centres or by visiting What’s on from 19 August. https://www.ccc.govt.nz/news-and-events/whats-on/show/2883 While about half … Continued
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