Woolston Friendship Club – The congenial club (Affiliated with Friendship New Zealand Inc.). A friendly and informal social club for men and women that are retired or near retirement. Monthly meetings and other events are organised throughout the year. For this year see Meetings and Events see the website for details. Monthly meetings are normally … Continued
Director, Caroline Davey is a lawyer who can assist with issues for Seniors. Caroline listens to her clients and formulates solutions best suited to her clients’ needs. Contact Caroline at any of Pier Law’s three convenient locations – Kaiapoi, Northwood or New Brighton
Transition Navigators is an independent service that works to find the best accommodation options to fit the needs of older people.They help work out the appropriate accommodation choice or support required, either in your home or in the wider community. Downsizing or moving to care can be a very daunting process. They aim to make … Continued
CONNECTING GENERATIONS BY SHARING KNOWLEDGE Come and get help with your technology issues: Upper Riccarton Library where Riccarton High School students will be available every Wednesday during term time from 1 to 1.45pm Papanui Library where Papanui High School students will be available every Tuesday during term time from 12.10 to 12.40pm The high school students that deliver the programme … Continued
Our Community Activity Programme for the Older Person, is a daily activity programme for over 65’s who still live at home or independently in the residential setting and are seeking additional support improving and maintaining their current everyday life, health, and wellbeing. We also offer Carer Support of their loved one in a safe and … Continued
CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other) is a programme for Senior Citizens in St Martins. The group meets fortnightly at 10 am on Thursday mornings in Hillview Christian School cafeteria 150 Wilsons Road. Morning tea is provided at no cost and is followed by a variety of activities including table games, exercise and guest speakers. Anyone … Continued
Travel 2 U is a local travel agency that’s focused on “the Joy of the Journey”. They specialise in 3-4 week personally escorted small group experiences overseas. Here is a quote from their website: “Since 1997 Travel 2 U has provided individually tailored travel solutions to people throughout New Zealand and around the world. As … Continued
The Christchurch have a handy booklet that can be picked up at Service Centres around Christchurch or is available on their website. Go to: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/assets/Documents/Rec-Sport/Walk/WalkingGroupsBookletWEB.pdf Also see: https://www.ccc.govt.nz/rec-and-sport/walks/join-a-walking-group
Learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi and Qigong in a relaxed and easy way. Tai Chi is for everyone wanting to move well through life…..from 9 to 90ish. The Tai chi and Qigong classes are only up to 15 students allowing for individual attention. Exercises are in sitting, standing and moving forms.
Age Concern Canterbury have a list of outings that you might enjoy. Contact the office on Ph366 0903 to have the list sent out, or go to the Trips List.
