YMCA Accommodation

Offer good quality reasonably priced accommodation for men and women. Single, double and suites. Conference facilities are also available. Backpacker dorms are ideal for the budget traveller. Full linen is provided and common areas provide space to spread out and socialise. Standard Private Rooms (variety of configurations) have linen and towels provided, with shared bathroom … Continued

Visitor Information Centre Christchurch

Opening Hours: 8.30am to 5.00pm, 7 days Specialise in recommendations and bookings for: Accommodation (lodges, hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, backpackers, and campgrounds) Attractions, activities and tours Transport (rental vehicles, buses, shuttles, ferries and trains) Christchurch & Canterbury Visitor Guide booklet available at above address for events, accommodation downtown, hotels, motels, backpackers, bed & breakfast … Continued

Y’s Walkers (YMCA)

Y Walkers, for older retirees or people who prefer gentle paced walking. Membership is $25 per year which includes a programme of walks and events, free parking at City YMCA and use of their facilities, and inclusion in YMCA Life Fit activities. Meet on Tuesdays at 9.30 am. Walks at varying venues. Ring for details. … Continued

PEPSA Gentle Exercise – CPIT Gym

Gym Training For Seniors Monday and Wednesdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm Cost $7.00 casual and $60 for 10 class concession. Part of the PEPSA exercise success formula, these classes are based in the weights gym. Set to a circuit style, the limited numbers allows constant supervision to occur. Contact Russell about CPIT Gym Training.

Mental Health Foundation

The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand’s work focuses on making mental health everybody’s business. What we do is diverse and expansive, with campaigns and services that cover all aspects of mental health and wellbeing. We take a holistic approach to mental health, promoting what we know makes and keeps people mentally well. We provide … Continued

Mayor’s Welfare Fund ( Mayors Welfare Fund )

http://www.ccc.govt.nz/CITYLEISURE/communityfunding/mayorswelfare/index.aspx The Mayor’s Welfare Fund provides assistance to families and individuals in our community who are in extreme financial distress. The fund works with other helping agencies in the city and can provide assistance on a one-off basis where real need can be shown. The fund is a last resort measure when people have exhausted … Continued

Christchurch Personal Guiding Service Inc.

Christchurch Personal Guiding Service Inc. Information: The guides are a group of people who love their City and wish to show it off to others. Walks start almost every day of the year from the red and black kiosk by the Museum entrance. Small groups are guaranteed, allowing for more interaction and more places to … Continued

Canterbury District Health Board ( CDHB )

The Canterbury DHB was created January 1st 2001 as part of the government’s health reforms and is responsible for government funded health and disability services in the Canterbury area and runs the public hospitals in the region. It is working with other health providers to promote ‘wellness’ in our community. Their Board meetings are open … Continued

Deaf Society of Canterbury (Inc)

The Deaf Society of Canterbury has been in existence since 1922 providing facilities for Deaf members of the community to meet and share their common language (New Zealand Sign Language, NZ’s 3rd official language), culture, history and social, sporting and recreational activities. For further information contact the above telephone number or text the cell phone … Continued

Christchurch Kidney Society Inc

Offer information, assistance, fellowship and social opportunities to people with chronic kidney disease. The centre is open Monday-Friday from 10am-1pm. The Field Officer is in attendance on Mondays,Wednesdays and Fridays. Volunteers staff it on the other days. The centre is open for patients, supporters, and others to drop in for some hospitality. They have up … Continued

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