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2021–22
Activities and Services
Guide for Older Adults
Living in the Spreydon
and Cashmere wards
Older adults activities and services guide 1
Message
From the Spreydon-Cashmere Community Board
Kia ora koutou katoa
We thank the Age Friendly Spreydon-Cashmere We hope this guide supports kaumātua, friends and
Committee for their mahi in initiating this guide. whānau to know and use the services, opportunities
As older people, we all want to be perceived and and support available in our community. We think
treated as individuals, as younger people are. None the book is comprehensive but it may not be. Let
of us wants to be stereotyped any more than any our hard working staff know if there is something
other section of the community. artistic, esoteric, scary (I did the Adventure Park’s
zip line a couple of years ago) or marvellous that
Sometimes though, just as many of us are baby
you think should be included. And, do let us know
boomers, we have many likes and dislikes,
the organisations and experiences that have been
memories and interests in common with each other.
worthwhile.
And on another occasion we will look for the new
and the rare. Here in this booklet we hope that Nō reira, tēnā koutou katoa
there are some of the organisations and groups
that promote and develop activities that we have
been interested in all our lives and others that will
introduce us to the new and different. We hope too
that you will find something here that will give you
some ideas as to where you might go next, either as Karolin Potter
a participant and/or a volunteer, or a learner and/or Chairperson Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere
a teacher. Community Board
Copies of this directory can be picked up at your nearest Council service centre or library in the
Places to go,
community board area, and it is available online at ccc.govt.nz/rec-and-sport/activities-for-older-adults
Staff have checked the information to the best of our ability before printing. If you see anything we have
missed or any errors, please contact us on spreydoncashmere.olderadults@ccc.govt.nz or 03 941 8999.
things to do, Acknowledgements
Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere Community Governance Team
people to meet Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere Community Board
Age Friendly Spreydon-Cashmere Committee
Updated July 2021
every day of the week
2 Older adults activities and services guide
Contents Recreation and Leisure Activities
Recreation and Leisure Activities Advocacy and Social Support
Arts and Crafts Book Clubs
Arts and Crafts 5 Age Concern Canterbury 24
Book Clubs 5 Legal Advice 25
Crafty Crafters Speak to your local librarians to find out about
Cards and Games 6 Advocacy and Housing Services 25 groups near you.
Where: St Martins Presbyterian Church
Theatre, Dance, Music 6 43 St Martins Road, St Martins Book Discussion Scheme
Community Information Phone: 03 332 6192
Social Groups 7 Where: 425 Colombo Street, Sydenham
CINCH 28 Email: stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz
Toastmasters and Service Clubs 9 Phone: 03 365 6210
Web: stmartins.org.nz
Eldernet 29 Email: bds@bds.org.nz
Garden Clubs and Community Gardens 9 Meets every Thursday 10am–12pm.
Libraries 30 BDS supports book clubs by providing books
Menz and Community Sheds 11 and discussion notes to groups throughout New
Council Service Centres 30 Knit ‘n’ Yarn Zealand. Visit bds.org.nz to find a group near you or
Exercise and Fitness 11
Community Resource Centres 31 Where: Christchurch South Library learn how to start your own. Office hours: 9am–5pm
Lawn Bowls 12 66 Colombo Street Monday–Friday.
Facilities for Hire 32
Croquet 13 Phone: 03 941 7923
Resident's Association 33 Web: christchurchcitylibraries.com
Swimming and Leisure Centres 13
Community Information 33 Popular gathering for knitting enthusiasts at the
Racquet Sports 13 South Library (all ages). Thursdays 1.30pm–3.30pm.
Volunteering 34
Regional and Master Sports Clubs 14
Faith-Based Organisation 34 Quilts & Craft
Walking Groups 15
Continuing Learning 36 Where: ashmere Presbyterian Church
C
Other types of Groups 15
English Language Classes
Dyers Pass Road, Cashmere
and Conversations 38 Phone: 03 332 7129
Health Email: office@cashmerechurch.org.nz
Environmental 39
Health Information 16 Web: cashmerechurch.org.nz
Community Board 39 Any handwork, e.g. knitting, stitching, crochet, etc.
Counselling 16 Book Discussion Scheme
Any portable craft is welcome.
Helplines 16 Libraries
Medical and Health Centres 17 Whareora Community House – Craft Group my.christchurchcitylibraries.com/book-clubs-
and-reading-groups
Support Groups 18 Where: 8 Athelstan Street, Barrington
Phone: 03 337 2731 Workers Educational Associations NZ
Other Health Services 20
Email: rosemary.whareora@gmail.com bds.org.nz
Wednesday at 10am.
Did you know
You can start a Book Club!
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Court Theatre
Cards and Games Theatre, Dance, Music Did you know
Where: ernard Street, Addington
B
Web: courttheatre.org.nz/support/ You can protect yourself from
Cashmere Bridge Group Canterbury Repertory Theatre door-to-door scams?
court-supporters/
Where: Cashmere Club Where: 24 Clarence Street, Addington Professional live theatre, offering a wide variety of Always ask for identification. Make sure you are
50 Colombo Street, Cashmere Phone: 03 338 7660 works from the classics to contemporary pieces. happy with the quality of the ID. If not, don't
Phone: Bindi 03 328 7367 or Ruth 03 332 0716 Email: admin@repertory.nz Opportunity to volunteer through the Court allow them into your home.
Email: ruthdolan54@hotmail.com Web: repertory.nz/volunteer Supporters group.
Don't agree to deals straight away. Tell the
Group plays Duplicate Bridge. We are a friendly Community theatre with opportunities to volunteer person you're not interested, or that you want
group and all Bridge players are welcome. and be involved. Stages plays of literary and artistic Farandol Folk Dancers to get some independent advice. Legitimate
Wednesday, 1–4pm. Please arrive 10 minutes before merit for the general public. Also play readings and companies won't mind arranging to come back
play starts. We do not hold Bridge lessons. Please Where: Somerfield Community Centre
social functions for society members. later while you check out the offer.
phone Bindi or Ruth for further information. 47 Studholme Street, Somerfield
Phone: 03 357 9322 If you're not interested, just say 'no' - don't feel
Cashmere Ukulele Group Email: info@farandol.folkdance.nz that you're being impolite. Once you've said
Not Just Cards 'no', don't accept a return visit.
Where: The Cashmere Lounge Web: farandol.folkdance.nz
Where: hristchurch South Library
C 50 Colombo Street, Cashmere International folk-dancing, particularly Balkan. By law, door-to-door traders must leave when
66 Colombo Street Phone: 021 067 6771 Beginners always welcome, no partners necessary. you tell them to. 'Please leave' is all you should
Phone: 03 941 7923 Email: ukulyn@gmail.com Friday 7.30-9.30pm. ever have to say. If you say that and they refuse
A social games club meeting every Monday Web: cracroftuku.wordpress.com to comply, call the police. They are breaking the
afternoon at South Library 2–4pm. law. Do not accept late-night visits from sales
Everyone is welcome, preferably with ukulele. Meet Hoon Hay Scottish Country Dance Club
people. Tell them to 'please leave' and close
every Tuesday nights at 7–9pm, with a break at 8pm
Old Stone House Scrabble Group Where: resbyterian Church Hall
P the door.
for refreshments and a chat, entry fee is $3.
Downing Street, Hoon Hay
Where: 30 Shalamar Drive, Cracroft Phone: 027 479 2894
Phone: 021 066 015 Christchurch Folk Music Club Email: hoonhay@dancescottish.org.nz
Email: annesingw@gmail.com Where: 29 Domain Terrace, Spreydon
Social Groups
Web: hoonhayscd.weebly.com
Meet every Monday 2pm at Old Stone House. Phone: 027 454 3885 Fun, fitness and enjoyment with Scottish
At present we are senior women but all are Email: secretary@folkmusic.org.nz country social dancing. Meet every Wednesday, Aotea Club
welcome. Gold coin for hire or bring afternoon tea. 7.30–9.30pm. Dancing tuition for beginners and
Web: folkmusic.org.nz Where: ashmere Club
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experienced dancers. 50 Colombo Street, Cashmere
We vary our concerts and encourage local
performers along, as well as regularly hosting Phone: 03 323 9353
international visiting artists and groups. This level Riccarton Players Email: deavoll@xtra.co.nz
of diversity brings to our audiences a broad range
Where: 2/30 Carlyle Street, Sydenham A club for retired or semi-retired people. To
of musical experience, in addition to the myriad
Christchurch stimulate friendship and interests through monthly
educational opportunities inherent in cultural
Email: secretary@riccartonplayers.co.nz meetings with entertainment, speakers, activities
exchange.We are a listening club. We encourage all
such as bus trips and outings. Special interest
those that want to hear the artists perform, if this is Web: riccartonplayers.co.nz
groups for gardening, craft, Mahjong and social
you then we are your venue. Acting , actors , arts, crafts and hobbies , clothing functions. Opportunities for extended holidays.
and dress, cultural groups, drama, halls, meeting Meeting times: 3rd Tuesday of month, 2pm,
rooms, etc. Theatre - production and direction, February to December.
Did you know creative writing, charity, volunteering, education.
You may be eligible for a rates rebate? If you
are a ratepayer in Christchurch, contact the
Christchurch City Council on 03 941 8999 to find
out more.
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Beckenham Methodist Conversation Group Presbyterian Support Rotary Club of Cashmere
Toastmasters and Service Clubs
Where: 83 Malcolm Avenue, Beckenham
– Enliven HomeShare Where: The Old Stone House
Phone: 03 331 6449 Where: Various locations 30 Shalamar Drive, Cracroft
Centaurus Combined Probus Club
Email: beckenham.methodist@gmail.com Phone: 0800 477 874 Email: info@rotaryinfo.org.nz
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz Where: Cashmere Club Web: rotaryinfo.org.nz
Web: bmc.nz
50 Colombo Street, Cashmere
Meet every first and third Wednesday, Thursday of Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz Community service club which is a part of an
Phone: 03 960 3770 international organisation. Friendship and service
the month from 11am–12.30pm. Hot drinks and HomeShare brings a small group of older people
some nibbles are supplied to share. Everyone is with shared interests together in the comfort of a Email: murraytrishd38@gmail.com in the local community. Providing assistance and
welcome. host's private home to share a home-cooked meal To advance intellectual and cultural interests support including local schools. Meetings weekly on
enjoy conversation and activities. of professional and business people who have Wednesdays 5.30pm–7.30pm with guest speakers.
held positions of responsibility and who have
CAMEO (Come And Meet Each Other)
recently retired or are semi-retired and who Rotary Club of Christchurch South
Where: Hill View Christian School
St. Martins/Opawa Friendship Club value opportunities for social contact with others
150 Wilsons Road, St Martins Where: 16 Clouston Street, St Martins in similar circumstances. Probus club for men Where: Cashmere Club
Phone: 027 469 2599 and women. We are a social club. Motto being 50 Colombo Street, Cashmere
Phone: 03 389 0192
Friendship, Fellowship and Fun. Meets the 1st Phone: 03 354 3243
Email: jimjudysuds@gmail.com A non-political, non-sectarian, non-profit making
Tuesday of each month at 2pm. Email: mrs.chris@xtra.co.nz
This is a programme for senior citizens in St Martins. organisation, where we meet new friends.
The group meets fortnightly at 10am on Thursday Interesting speakers and day trips. Voluntary charitable organisation providing
mornings in Hillview Christian School cafeteria. Kiwanis Club of Christchurch local and international assistance to people and
Morning tea is provided at no cost and is followed communities in need.
Thorrington Ladies Friendship Club Where: Armadillos, 155 Colombo Street
by a variety of activities including table games, Beckenham
exercise and guest speakers. Anyone who would like Where: Cashmere Club
some friendship and company is welcome. 50 Colombo Street, Cashmere Email: sturgejsnz@gmail.com Did you know | Seed Swap
Phone: 03 332 2747 Kiwanis is a global organisation of volunteers
Christchurch City Libraries runs annual seed
dedicated to changing the world, one child and
Cracroft Friendship Club Email: averil@sharps.co.nz and plant swaps so you can bring surplus
one community at a time. Meets 1st and 3rd
To advance intellectual and cultural interests of items to share with others or find some gems
Where: Cashmere Club Thursdays at 6pm.
women who are retired or semi-retired and who for yourself: my.christchurchcitylibraries.com
50 Colombo Street, Cashmere
value opportunities for social contact with others
Phone: 03 942 4086 in similar circumstances. Meet first Monday of the Lions Club of South Christchurch
Email: dmshep@xtra.co.nz month at 2pm. Contact us for more details. Where: 5 Cracroft Terrace, Cracroft Garden Clubs and
For fellowship and friendship, interesting speakers, Phone: 027 964 7967 Community Gardens
social functions and pleasant outings. Meet 2nd Whareora Community House Email: barbarajanemurray18@gmail.com
Monday, 10am.
– Community Lunch Lions are ordinary people from all walks of life who Canterbury Horticultural Society
Where: 8 Athelstan Street, Barrington enjoy getting together and doing good things. We
South West Baptist Church are kind and generous people who want to help. Where: The Kiosk, Christchurch Botanic Gardens
– New Horizons Phone: 03 337 2731
That’s why we work on projects to improve our Phone: 03 366 6937
Email: rosemary.whareora@gmail.com communities and protect the environment.
Where: 244 Lyttelton Street, Spreydon Email: office@chsgardens.co.nz
Movie afternoons, card & cribb, bus trips, craft
Phone: 03 338 4163 Web: chsgardens.co.nz
groups.
Email: lclarke@swbc.org.nz Last Friday of the month, commencing 12pm. Free daily walks. Programmes for members and
non-members. Talks, workshops, demonstrations,
Web: swbc.org.nz Did you know events, and monthly newsletter. New members
We are a group of seniors (and younger) who enjoy welcome. Open daily 10am–4pm.
meeting regulary for gatherings, coffees, outings NZ Post will give you free redirection when you
and educational opportunities. move house? Present your Gold Card when you
go to your local NZ Post Shop.
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Cashmere Garden Club
Did you know | Garden Awards Did you know
Where: 2 MacMillan Avenue, Cashmere
Phone: 03 332 8319 or 03 337 9642 The Spreydon-Cashmere Community Board The Fire Service install and test alarms? This
acknowledges garden work by residents, service is free of charge. Contact 0800 6937
Email: cashmeregardenclub@gmail.com
groups and businesses with Edible and 4636 (0800 NZFS INFO) to find out more.
Everyone welcome to join us for talks on all topics Sustainable Garden Awards and Community
of gardening. Social - afternoon tea, exchange of Pride Garden Awards: ccc.govt.nz/culture-
ideas and plants, $20 fee. Meeting every 1st Monday and-community/community-awards
1.45pm. Exercise and Fitness
Christchurch South Community Somerfield Garden Club Blue Sky Qigong Studio
Gardens Trust Where: Cashmere Club Where: 2 Templetons Way, Hillmorton
Where: 188 Strickland Street, Spreydon 50 Colombo Street, Cashmere Phone: 03 260 1256
Phone: 03 942 6630 Phone: 03 338 7117 or 021 078 7401 Email: sandyjsky@gmail.com
Email: info@cscommunitygardens.net.nz Email: brucol065@xtra.co.nz Web: nztaichi.org.nz
Web: cscommunitygardens.net.nz Club members' flowers on display, floral To promote Qigong and Tai Chi which are gentle,
decorations, speakers. Meets every second Monday flowing and meditative stretches with energy
Established in 1999, we love to welcome new
of the month at 1.15pm. healing in order to improve our body, mind and
volunteers to the team. It’s a great way to contribute
Menz and Community Sheds spirit. Wednesday and Thursday 10–11.45am.
to your community and meet people. While good
gardeners are always welcome, no prior experience St Martins - Opawa Garden Club
is necessary as more experienced volunteers can
Where: Beckenham Methodist Church Hall
St Martins Community Menzshed Christchurch Southern
teach you gardening skills. Learn about gardening Community Classes
83 Malcolm Ave, Beckenham Where: St Martins Presbyterian Church
practices, composting, recycling and provide food
Email: lynzi52@hotmail.com 43 St Martins Road, St Martins Where: Cashmere Club
for the community. Workers lunch Thursday and
Saturday, BYO lunch Wednesday. Phone: Lyndsey 021 048 2084 Phone: 021 266 0753 50 Colombo Street, Cashmere
Fun and very friendly, a great way to learn about Email: stmartinsmenzshed@gmail.com Phone: 03 332 5116
gardening and plants from enthusiastic locals in the The Menzshed offers opportunities to foster new Email: pilatesroger@gmail.com
Cobham Street Community Garden
community. Welcoming new members now. friendships. Web: naturaltherapypages.co.nz/
Where: 235 Lyttelton Street, Spreydon
The shed brings men together in one community therapist/3420
Email: cobham.communitygarden@gmail.com
space to share their skills, have a laugh, and work on Classes in Tai Chi to improve balance and
Web: Search Cobham St Community Gardens practical tasks individually (personal projects) or as coordination. Chiball to help release and relax
on Facebook a group (for the shed or community). tension. Specialist classes available for senior and
Gardening and sharing knowledge about gardening. older adults. Monday and Thursday 10am.
There isn't a schedule of when to meet just come The shed is a great place for blokes to learn new
along whenever you want. We are a mix of all ages. skills. We see builders teaching engineers some
Best way to contact us is on Facebook. We discuss of their skills and vice versa, we see accountants Frocks on Bikes
regularly and share time to visit the garden and being shown a plethora of skills they never had the
Phone: 027 848 6927
share pictures of what is growing at the time. opportunity to learn in their working life. Open on
Email: meg.christie@cdhb.health.nz
Wednesday and Saturday mornings 9am–2pm.
Frocks on Bikes is a social group - mainly for
Rowley Resource Centre women, but we do welcome men too - who meet for
Rowley Shed a bike ride at least once a month. We believe people
Where: 89 Rowley Avenue, Hoon Hay
Where: 89 Rowley Avenue, Hoon Hay do not need special sporty clothing and don't need
Phone: 03 960 1776 to be athletes to ride bikes. Rides range from gentle
Phone: 03 960 1776
Email: manager@rowleyresourcecentre.org.nz 5km loops to a 45km return ride along the Little
Email: manager@rowleyresourcecentre.org.nz River Trail. We have themed rides, and rides to
Gardening Group, Monday 10.30am–12.30pm.
Men's Shed: Tuesday, 10am–12pm. special destinations.
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Keep Active Spreydon Your Space Pilates Wharenui Pool
Croquet
Where: South West Baptist Church Where: The Old Stone House Where: 80 Elizabeth Street, Riccarton
244 Lyttelton Street, Spreydon 13 Shalamar Drive, Cracroft Phone: 03 348 6488
Cashmere Croquet Club
Phone: 03 338 4163 Phone: 022 0150 743 Email: reception@wharenui.co.nz
Email: ioxley@xtra.co.nz Email: yourspacepilates@gmail.com Where: 3a Valley Road, Cashmere
Aerobics in the pool for fun, fitness and friendship.
Web: swbc.org.nz Web: yourspacepilates.co.nz Phone: Nicky 021 023 26212 Tuesdays, 9.15am (general class); Tuesdays and
A fun social setting for anyone to help maintain Mat Pilates Class on Wednesdays at 10am and a Email: sarson@xtra.co.nz Fridays, 10.15am, 50+
or improve their fitness. Join others from the Seated Pilated Class on Wednesdays at 11.15am An opportunity to enjoy an outdoor activity in a
community who find attending these sessions very during school terms. social or competitive environment and learn the
helpful/beneficial - balance improved, able to lift skills of the various forms of croquet.
things more easily, stamina increased, more flexible,
sleep improved and feel more alive. You will also St Martins Croquet Club
meet some friendly people.
Where: 11 Gamblins Road, St Martins
Qigong Christchurch Email: adriennepav@gmail.com
Club days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 1–4pm.
Where: Hohepa Hall, 23 Barrington Street New members and corporate visits welcome.
Somerfield Coaching is available for new players on request.
Phone: 027 342 0957
Email: vanessalukes@gmail.com
Swimming and Leisure Centres
Web: qigongchristchurch.org.
Classes and group practices of Yuan Qigong, an
exercise to improve health, wellbeing and mind Pioneer Recreation and Sport Centre
power. Saturday morning 9–10.30am. Contact Where: 75 Lyttelton Street, Sommerfield
Vanesssa for more details.
Lawn Bowls Phone: 03 941 6888
The fitness centre is equipped with a wide range of Racquet Sports
Sit and Keep Fit cardio and weight gear, a group fitness studio, spin
Barrington United Bowls Club
studio and mind/body room.
Where: St Martins Presbyterian Church Beckenham Tennis Club
43 St Martins Road, St Martins Where: Barrington Park, Barrington Street
Spreydon Where: 20 Norwood Street, Beckenham
Phone: 03 332 6192 Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre Outdoor Pool
Phone: 03 332 3611 Phone: 029 776 6818
Email: stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz Where: 339 Halswell Road, Halswell
Email: barringtonunitedbowls@outlook.com Email: perry_kama@hotmail.com
Web: stmartins.org.nz Phone: 03 941 8999
We provide outdoor bowls for women and men of all Offers competitive and social play to both adult and
Thursday, 1.30pm. Summer only.
ages throughout the summer season, September to junior players. There is a comprehensive coaching
April. We also provide social activities in our pavilion system for juniors.
Tai Chi for Health and Your Best Self throughout the year. Waltham Pool
Where: St Mark's Church Where: 30 Waltham Road, Sydenham
Cashmere Tennis Club
cnr Somerfield and Barrington Streets Cashmere Bowling Club
Phone: 03 941 8999 Where: 3 Valley Road, Cashmere
Phone: 03 335 74930 Where: 11A Crichton Terrace, Cashmere Summer only. Email: info@cashmeretennisclub.org.nz
Web: nztaichi.org.nz Phone: 03 332 7310 Web: cashmeretennisclub.org.nz
Classes for Tai Chi with modified forms especially Email: cashmerebowls@xtra.co.nz 12 courts – 8 plexipave and 4 astro. Please refer to
for 50 years and onwards or people returning to
To promote bowling play, friendship and our website for further information or make contact/
exercise. Tuesday 10am beginners, 11am beginners/
fellowship for the local and extended community enquiries via email and we will be in touch with you
intermediate, Thursday 11am beginners.
and for visiting players. very promptly.
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Pioneer Trampers
Did you know Regional Sports Organisations
Where: Pioneer Stadium, Lyttleton Street
What to do to renew your driving license? You Phone: 027 571 3699
have to get a medical certificate from your Canterbury Hockey
Email: pioneertrampers@gmail.com
doctor if you are 75-80 years and every two Where: Various locations
years thereafter. Meets Thursday at 9am. Walks around Canterbury,
Phone: 03 360 3010 mainly 50–70 age group. Moderate fitness level (2
Email: admin@canterburyhockey.org.nz groups). Cost varies for transport.
Runs master comps for men's and women's hockey,
Somerfield Ladies Table Tennis Club October-December and January-March each year. Wayfarers
Where: Somerfield Community Centre Mid-week comps Monday nights for men, Tuesday
47 Studholme Street, Somerfield nights for women during the winter, with most Where: Various Locations
members 35–65 years of age. Phone: 021 399 546
Phone: 021 179 0540
Email: wendy@wethey.nz Email: lillianchamberlain17@gmail.com
Social table tennis for women, Tuesdays 9.30–11.30 Canterbury Tennis Seniors Thursday 9.30am or 10am in winter. Walks around
am. For women of all abilities. Bats to borrow to get Christchurch for men and women in the 50+ age
Where: Various locations
you started. $2 per session, plus $20 annual sub. group. Meet at various locations. Optional monthly
Phone: 021 045 6014 joint luncheon.
Cup of tea and a biscuit provided.
Email: canty10seniors@gmail.com
Seniors tennis in Canterbury. Social, representative Wednesday Walkers
St Martins Valley Tennis Club and competitive tennis available.
Where: Various Locations
Where: 14 Hillsborough Terrace Walking Groups
Hillsborough, St Martins Kereru Sports and Cultural Club Phone: 03 332 6192
Phone: 03 337 0949 Email: stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz
Where: 71 Domain Terrace, Spreydon Beckenham Walk 'n' Talk
Email: g.c.culling@xtra.co.nz Web: stmartins.org.nz
Phone: 027 434 1771 Where: Christchurch South Library
Tennis club for social and competitive players. We
Email: gailwerahiko@live.com 66 Colombo Street Weekend Wanderers
cater for seniors social competition and mid week
ladies. Courts available for hire by arrangement. Sports club: netball, softball, rugby league, darts. Phone: 03 941 8999 Where: Various Locations
Email: info@ccc.govt.nz Phone: Marilyn 03 338 3826
Mainland Football Web: ccc.govt.nz/rec-and-sport/ or Stephanie 03 382 0297
activities-for-older-adults/walk-n-talk We are a group of walkers who explore all the
Where: Various locations
Meets 1pm every Thursday, various locations. walking tracks, parks and reserves throughout the
Email: josh@mff.nz
greater Christchurch area. Flat and hill walks.
Runs four Masters leagues: one 35+, one 45+ and
two 50+ leagues. Please contact your local clubs for Free Sunday Walks
registrations. Where: Christchurch City Council – Other types of groups
various locations
Did you know Phone: 03 941 8999
Meditation
There are walks for all ages in parks across Email: warren_cain@hotmail.com
Christchurch, from a 10 minute stroll to a full Web: ccc.govt.nz/rec-and-sport/ Where: St Martins Presbyterian Church
day hike ccc.govt.nz/walking-track-map. activities-for-older-adults/sunday-walks 43 St Martins Road, St Martins
Meets on Sundays at 10.30am, at various locations Phone: 03 332 6192
around Christchurch. All walks are about 60 minutes Email: stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz
on the flat. A BYO picnic follows each walk for those Web: stmartins.org.nz
interested. Meditation every Tuesday evening at 7.15pm.
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Health Elder Abuse
Phone: 0800 326 6865
Lifeline
Phone: 0800 543 354
24-hour confidential helpline for people Telephone counselling service provides 24-hours-a-
experiencing elder abuse or who know someone day, 7-days-a-week counselling and support.
Alcoholics Anonymous who is. Registered nurses will listen and advise
Health information anyone who needs information or support. Age
Quitline
Phone: 0800 229 6757 Concern Canterbury provides an Elder Abuse
healthinfo.org.nz A 24-hour helpline for those worried about problem Response Service. Phone: 0800 778 778
Up-to-date information on health topics, drinking, drinking blackouts or other alcohol Quitline is dedicated to helping New Zealanders
medication and health services in Canterbury problems affecting your life and that of your friends Gambling Helpline beat smoking addiction. Call to get help quitting.
and family. Assists people to find their nearest AA
meeting. Phone: 0800 654 655
Seniorline
A 24-hour helpline for those worried about gambling
Counselling or the gambling of others. Phone: 0800 725 463
Alzheimer's New Zealand
Helping older people navigate the health system.
Arahura Centre Phone: 0800 004 001 Information for older people to make decisions
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Trust
Providing support, education, information and about staying at home, retirement villages, home
Where: 406 Barrington Street, Spreydon Phone: 0800 472 637
related services to members of communities who care, day care and rest homes.
Phone: 03 338 1080 are affected by dementia. Providing support services to grandparents who are
Email: info@thearahuracentre.co.nz raising their grandchildren fulltime.
Offers counselling and psychotherapy for Canterbury District Health Board Medical and Health Centres
individuals and couples, children and families. We
Mental Health Services Heathline
have ACC counsellors available.
Phone: 0800 920 092 Phone: 0800 611 116 After Hours
Familial Trust For urgent or crisis mental health care. Free Advice from trained registered nurses. The Totally online bookings: www.afterhoursgp.co.nz
service operates Monday to Friday 8am-4pm. Call After hours.
Where: 6 Wilsons Road South, St Martins Healthline if you’re: feeling unwell but not sure if
Phone: 03 981 1093
Chinese Lifeline
you need to see a doctor, needing some urgent
Email: info@familialtrust.org Phone: 0800 888 880 advice about a family member or friend who’s sick, Barrington Medical Centre
One-on-one counselling, education and support for A helpline for speakers of Mandarin and/or on holiday and want to know where the nearest Where: 14-18 Athelstan Street, Spreydon
those affected by another's addiction. Cantonese. doctor or pharmacy is.
Phone: 03 332 3069
Email: secretary@barringtonmc.co.nz
Vagus Line Continence New Zealand 8am–5.15pm Monday to Friday (phones are
Phone: 0800 567 666 Phone: 0800 650 659 answered from 8am to 5pm weekdays).
Chinese mental health consultation and counselling Free helpline and referral information for people
services. with bladder and bowel control problems. Cashmere Health
Where: 91 Centaurus Road, Huntsbury
Helplines Depression Helpline Phone: 03 332 1351
Phone: 0800 11 1757 Email: reception@cashmere.pegasus.net.nz
Alcohol Drug Helpline Talk to a trained counsellor about how you are Monday to Friday 8.30am–5pm (patient numbers
feeling or to ask any questions. Available 24 hours a limited to geographic boundary).
Phone: 0800 787 797
day, 7 days a week. Can also put you in touch with
A 24-hour helpline for friendly, confidential, face-to-face support groups around Christchurch
nonjudgemental advice and support about your
that you can attend.
own or someones else’s drinking or other drug use.
16 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 17
Cancer Society Hearing Support Christchurch
Phone: 0800 226 237 Where: 30 Lincoln Road, Spreydon
Email: contact@cancercwc.org.nz Phone: 03 335 0553
Provides help and support to anyone with a cancer Email: christchurch@hearing.org.nz
diagnosis. Any cancer, any question. Information Web: hearinginfo.co.nz
service and help line. Wednesday to Friday 9am–12pm. Provision of
information regarding hearing loss; demonstration
Cardiac Companions and information of assistive listening devices for
phones, TV, personal listening; hearing aid battery
Phone: 03 359 5517 and accessories sales; hearing aid maintenance.
Email: rudi.brink@gmail.com Rest Home Service: assist residents with hearing aid
Rehabilitation for all people who have had any type maintenance. Tinnitus Workshops/Seminars.
of heart condition. Eligibility: must have completed
Stage 1 and 2 of rehab programme through hospital
Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinsons
or referral from doctor or Green Prescription. $3 per
session.
Canterbury
Phone: 03 366 2857
Dementia Canterbury Email: support@ms-pd.org.nz
Web: ms-pd.org.nz
Phone: 0800 444 776 or 03 379 2590
Cashmere Medical Practice The Doctors Christchurch South Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinson's Canterbury
We operate a number of support groups: Carer
provides professional support and information.
Where: 215 Ashgrove Terrace, Somerfield Where: 163 Colombo Street, Sydenham support group, post placement support group,
There are nurses and a physiotherapist for clinical
Phone: 03 337 0220 Phone: 03 332 0108 memory groups, café group, Alzheimers group.
information as well as a specialised gym, exercise
Phone for more details.
9am–5pm Monday to Friday. Email: enquiries@cs.thedoctors.co.nz programmes, and social and peer support groups
8am–5.30pm Monday–Friday.
Selwyn Village Healthcare Diabetes Christchurch Inc
Osteoporosis Society
Where: 314 Selwyn Street, Spreydon Village Health Medical Centre Phone: 03 925 9972
Phone: 04 449 4862
Email: info@diabeteschristchurch.co.nz
Phone: 03 366 8970 Where: 30 Lincoln Road, Spreydon Email: info@osteoporosis.org.nz
Support group for over 55s who wish to meet a fun
8.30am–5pm Weekdays. Phone: 03 338 8595 A support network and information source for those
group of other people with diabetes. Get togethers
Monday and Thursday 8am to 5pm, Tuesday and affected by osteoporosis.
are held on the last Friday afternoon of the month.
St Martins Medical Practice Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 4pm. Armchair exercises group every Friday at 10.15am,
21 Carlisle St, Sydenham. Presbyterian Support - Harakeke Club
Where: 79 Wilsons Road, St Martins
Linwood
Phone: 03 337 0991 Support Groups
Email: pm@stmartinsmc.co.nz
Epilepsy Association of NZ. Where: 601 Gloucester Street, Linwood
Canterbury-West Coast Branch Phone: 0800 477 874
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am–5.30pm;
Blind Low Vision NZ Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz
Wednesday 8am–6.30pm (phone answered Phone: 0800 37 45 37
between 8.30am–5pm). Phone: 03 375 4300 Email: canterbury.westcoast@epilepsy.org.nz Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz
Email: info@blindlowvision.org.nz Provides support and promotes the welfare of Harakeke Club provides older people with memory
Provider of practical and emotional support for people living with epilepsy, along with their loss a safe, warm and friendly place to socialise,
people who are blind or have low vision. families/whānau, including support groups, enjoy activities, meals and good company.
seminars and social events.
18 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 19Presbyterian Support - Harakeke Club Te Hā - Waitaha Stop Smoking Canterbury Aspiehelp/Aspire
Riccarton Phone: 0800 425 700 Where: 2a Macmillan Avenue, Cashmere
Where: 7A Harakeke Street, Riccarton Email: smokefree@cdhb.health.nz Phone: 03 337 6337
Phone: 0800 477 874 Offers free stop-smoking support to anyone in Email: info@aspiehelp.com
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz Canterbury. We work with you and your whānau Web: aspiehelp.com
Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz to find ways that can make quitting easier. Stop Social work-based pre and post-diagnosis,
Smoking practitioners are based across Canterbury counselling, advocacy, advice about benefits,
Day activity programmes for people with
and our support is tailored to you. employment, education, living skills.
Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Providing
socialisation and participation in a personalised
activity programme. Provides respite for carers. Aspire Canterbury
Other Health Services
Where: 17E Bishopdate Courts, Bishopdale
Presbyterian Support - Harakeke Club
65 Alive Phone: 021 308 877
Riccarton
Email: manager@aspirecanterbury.org.nz
Where: 7 Harakeke Street, Riccarton Where: 98 Greers Road, Burnside
Web: aspirecanterbury.org.nz
Phone: 0800 477 874 Phone: 03 358 2690
Operating for over 40 years, we offer information,
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz Email: 65alive@odysseychch.org.nz helpful products, activities and administer the
Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz Web: odysseychch.org.nz half-price taxi scheme for those with disabilities,
Day activity programmes for people with Programme designed to enhance the quality of impairments and the elderly.
Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia. Providing life for people aged 65 years and over, who are
socialisation and participation in a personalised concerned about their use of alcohol and other Foot Care Clinic
South West Baptist Church - Cobham Hall
activity programme. Provides respite for carers. drugs, including prescribed medication and co-
existing mental health and medical problems.
Foot Clinic Where: St Martins Presbyterian Church
43 St Martins Road, St Martins
Where: Cobham Hall, 53 Cobham Street
Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Spreydon
Phone: 03 332 6192
Zealand Inc Advance Care Planning Email: stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz
Phone: 03 338 4163
Phone: 0800 477 678 Phone: 03 364 4188 Web: stmartins.org.nz
Email: lclarke@swbc.org.nz
A support group for sufferers. To increase public Email: acp@cdhb.health.nz By appointment on a Monday, every 6 weeks.
Web: swbc.org.nz
awareness of prostate problems and prostate Web: Search ‘Advance Care Planning’ on
Foot clinic provides a foot spa, toe nail clipping
cancer in particular. healthinfo.org.nz. Live Stronger for Longer
service, foot massage and a cuppa. Appointments
Advance Care Planning helps you, the important are necessary. Call ahead of time.
people in your life and your health care team plan Web: livestronger.org.nz
Stroke Foundation - Southern Region Practical information and advice on how to stay
for your end-of-life care. For more information
Where: 3/47 Mandeville St, Riccarton please speak to your GP or practice nurse. active, well and independent for over 65s and those
Phone: 03 381 8500 Did you know caring for over 65s.
Email: southern@stroke.org.nz Arthritis New Zealand Did you know there is a health and disability
The Stroke Foundation is a charitable organisation service? It is your right to have a supporter with Meals on Wheels
Where: Unit 3, 15 Washington Way, Sydenham
providing information and support to stroke you when receiving any health or disability Phone: 03 332 6192
survivors, their friends, families and carers. Phone: 03 366 8383 service. If you don’t have a family member or
Email: stmartpresch@xtra.co.nz
Email: info@arthritis.org.nz friend who can accompany you, the Health and
Disability Advocacy Service can provide one for Web: stmartins.org.nz
Web: arthritis.org.nz
you. These services are free and confidential and By appointment on a Monday, every 6 weeks.
We provide a range of services to assist people
to manage their arthritis through information can be accessed by calling 0800 555 050.
and advice, along with support groups and self-
management courses.
20 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 21Medication Management Service Rapuora Mobile Nurses Stepping Stone Trust
Where: 401 Madras St, Central City Where: Te Puawaitanga Ki Otautahi Trust, Where: 126 Lincoln Road, Addington
Phone: 03 353 9926 Op 1 153 Gilberthorpes Road, Hornby Phone: 03 338 6390
Email: mms@ccpg.org.nz Phone: 0800 669 957 or 03 344 506 Email: reception@stepstone.org.nz
Web: ccpg.org.nz Email: admin@omwwl.maori.nz Web: stepstone.org.nz
This is a funded service to eligible patients that Web: whanauoraservices.co.nz Provides services to support recovery for people
allows you to sit with a pharmacist (either your local Team of nurses providing a home-based service experiencing mental illness.
pharmacist or with a mobile pharmacist) and talk to people who are at risk or have a chronic health
about your medicines. The discussion can include disorder, e.g. diabetes, heart disease or respiratory
the reasons you are taking them, any problems illness. The team works to support whānau to Te Whatumanawa Māoritanga O Rehua
you are having with your medicines, and any other remain healthy and out of hospital. Trust - Kaumatua Day Service
concerns. For more information visit the website.
Where: Rehua Marae, 79 Springfield Road, St
Sensory Connect Albans
National Foundation for Deaf and Phone: 03 355 5615
Phone: 03 366 6189 or 022 676 5851
Hard of Hearing Email: admin@rehuamarae.org.nz
Email: kylie@aspirecanterbury.org.nz
Phone: 0800 867 446 Web: rehuamarae.co.nz
Web: aspirecanterbury.org.nz
Email: enquires@nfd.org.nz The Sensory Connect Program is a relaxed group Supports kuia and koroua to remain in their own
Web: nfd.org.nz featuring structured sensory and movement homes for as long as possible with appropriate help.
Support and advice on all things to do with hearing. experiences designed to facilitate physical, Provides a variety of marae-based day activities,
Advocating for hearing wellbeing and supporting emotional, and cognitive capacities so that including te reo classes. Nurse available at the
the deaf or hard of hearing and raising awareness of individuals who require support can relax, enjoy St John Caring Caller marae. GP or other health professional referral, and
the risks of preventable hearing loss. success, socialise with peers. There is no cost for new enrolments can register on the website.
the sensory connect program. Phone: 0800 780 780
Email: CHSADMIN@stjohn.org.nz
Presbyterian Support - Enliven Web: stjohn.org.nz
Partnership Community Workers South Elder Care at St Martins
Presbyterian Church Free telephone checking service for people who live Did you know
Where: Christchurch, Selwyn, and North alone or feel a bit lonely.
Canterbury Where: St Martins Presbyterian Church Did you know about mobility permits? This is
43 St Martins Road, St Martins a parking scheme that enables those with a
Phone: 0800 477 874 St John of God Halswell & physical impairment to park conveniently close
Phone: 027 323 0256
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz The Granada Centre to their destination. For more information on
Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz Email: southeldercare@gmail.com
Where: 26 Nash Road, Halswell the scheme, contact CCS Disability Action
Connecting Pegasus GP clients to health and Provides a programme in a supportive environment on 0800 227 2255
outside the home for older people living in the Phone: 03 338 2009
wellbeing services.
south of Christchurch who may have: dementia, Email: enquiries.halswell@sjog.org.nz
a disability or health related issues, loneliness, Web: sjog.org.nz
Presbyterian Support - Kaiawhina a need for social support and activities that may St John of God Halswell provides residential
Community Support help maintain their current functional status for as care supporting people living with physical and
long as possible and provides short respite for the neurological disability. Our unique model of care
Where: Waimakariri and Christchurch
client's carer. Point of entry - referrals from Social supports people to live an enriching and fulfilling life.
Phone: 0800 477 874 Workers, Elder Care Burwood Hospital, Individual
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz Referrals. Meets every Tuesday 10am–2.30pm. The Granada Centre is a centre of excellence for
Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz Transitional Rehabilitation for adults with physical
Liaison and access to community and services and neurological disabilities. The service supports
for kaumātua/elders in situations where a Māori people recovering from brain injury and other
support worker is preferred. neurological conditions both in residential care and
in the community.
22 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 23Advocacy and social support Legal advice
Citizens Advice Bureau Legal Service
Elder Abuse Response Service: Where: Ara, Corner Williams Street and Ferry
Age Concern Canterbury Road, Christchurch
• Providing confidential support, advocacy and Phone: 0800 367 222 or 03 366 6490
information for people facing elder abuse and
neglect. Email: christchurchwest@cab.org.nz
Support Services, Information, Advice and
Personal Advocacy: Web: cab.org.nz
Education: We offer professional and confidential information
• Responding in person or by phone to a range to enable people to make informed decisions. Free
of queries from older people and their carers, • Holding training seminars on elder abuse and Legal Advice Clinic: Thursday afternoon 1–2pm
e.g. advising where to obtain a service, what is neglect and other related topics. (15min per person). Please ring to confirm free legal
available.
advice clinic.
• Providing confidential support and Courses:
empowerment to older people.
• A Staying Safe course for mature drivers – This Community Law Canterbury
is held in a safe and enjoyable environment, Where: 198 Montreal Street
Information Resources: provides workbooks for future reference, involves
no tests or exams and provides an opportunity Phone: Reception 03 366 6870
• Providing written materials, e.g. pamphlets Legal information line
and resources. Material also available from a to share experiences and concerns. We ask for a
$10.00 contribution towards lunch and morning 0508 canlaw (226529)
comprehensive database containing information
on services, clubs, social contact groups tea, and the course runs between 9.30am– option 1 Advocacy and Housing Services
and recreational activities. You can view the 2.30pm. Email: canlaw.org.nz
Information database at www.ageconcerncan. • Steady As You Go – falls prevention classes. $2 per Offers a general legal advice service as well as Beneficiary Advisory Service
org.nz or on info.ageconcerncan.org.nz class, runs every week of the year in a facility near specialist advice and information services. Also
you. provides an advice service for older people Where: Christchurch Community House,
• Keeping On, quarterly publication available by 301 Tuam Street, Christchurch Central
subscription ($15 per year). by appointment at Age Concern Canterbury.
Venues for all courses are in and around the Appointments can be made by phoning Phone: 03 379 8787 or 028 415 5942
community or at Age Concern Canterbury. Phone to 03 366 0903. Email: bas.cprc@gmail.com
In-home Support: make a booking.
Web: bas.org.nz
• Referring recommended people for trades, Public Trust BAS provides information, support, advice and
Representation:
handymen, home help and gardening services. advocacy to those on a benefit or a low income.
All providers are vetted and approved by Age • Providing representation and advice on older Where: Level 4, BNZ Centre, 120 Hereford Street Support where issues arise with Work and Income,
Concern Canterbury and charge reasonable rates peoples' issues to local influential groups, e.g. Phone: 0800 371 471 and limited support for other organisations, such
for their services. District Councils. as Studylink and ACC. Our assistance can include
Email: publictrust.co.nz
dealing with benefit reviews, appeals and fraud
Public Trust is New Zealand's largest provider of
Visiting Services: investigations.
Contact Information wills and estate administration services. Products
• Providing visitors who make regular visits to and services they provide include legal, financial,
Postal address:
socially isolated older people in their homes via investment, Trusts, estate administration and estate Canterbury Fiji Social Service Trust
24 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053
the Age Concern Accredited Visiting Service. protection.
Physical address: Where: 40 Hillary Crescent, Upper Riccarton
24 Main North Road, Papanui, Christchurch 8053 Phone: 03 942 9498
Outings Service: Phone: 03 366 0903 Provides assistance for Fijian and Pacific Island
Facsimile: 03 365 0639 people and other ethnic groups in Christchurch.
• Providing a door-to-door service, social contact
Email: team@ageconcerncan.org.nz Provides help with education, courts, housing,
and an outing for those who are lonely.
Web: ageconcerncan.org.nz interpreting , health and finding employment.
24 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 25Christchurch Resettlement Services Pacific Island Evaluation Inc.
Where: Level 1, 283 Lincoln Road, Addington Where: 369 Wilsons Road North, Waltham
Phone: 03 335 0311 Phone: 03 365 1458
Email: admin@crs.org.nz Email: info@pievaluation.org.nz
Web: crs.org.nz Empowering Pacific people through education
Supports people from refugee and migrant and the promotion of healthy and positive lifestyle
backgrounds living in Christchurch to settle choices.
successfully in New Zealand by providing a range
of professional services that build on strengths to
Presbyterian Support –
promote wellbeing and resilience.
Enliven Elder Care Canterbury
Comcare Trust Where: Various locations
Phone: 0800 477 874
Where: 334 Lincoln Road, Addington
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz
Phone: 03 377 7020
Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz
Email: enquiries@comcare.org.nz
A group where the community works together
Web: comcare.org.nz to integrate and improve health services for the
Comcare provides community services and social wellbeing of older people.
housing for people who experience mental illness.
Presbyterian Support – Tenancy Services Vaka Tautua
Greypower Christchurch Superannuitants Enliven Social Work
Association Phone: 0800 836 262 Where: Unit 18, 105 Bamford Street, Woolston
Where: Various locations Web: tenancy.govt.nz Phone: 0800 825 282
Where: Cashmere Club
Phone: 0800 477 874 Offers advice and information for landlords and Email: administration@vakatautua.co.nz
50 Colombo Street, Cashmere
Email: enliven@psusi.org.nz tenants who rent their homes. Receives and hold Vaka Tautua is a national “by Pacific for Pacific”
Phone: 03 942 8816 or 027 201 9920
Web: enlivenuppersouth.org.nz bonds until the end of a tenancy and provides health and social service provider. We deliver
Email: nanachooksboyz@gmail.com dispute resolution services.
Advocating with clients for reviews of different information and advice to Pacific people with
Web: greypower.co.nz any form of disability, mental health or for older
services, including benefits and housing.
Offers advice and information for landlords and peoples. Also deliver financial capability and
Tenants Protection Association
tenants. Receives and holds bonds until the end of a social services in the Canterbury region. Provides
tenancy and provides dispute resolution services. Residential Advisory Service (RAS) Phone: 03 379 2297 advocacy for those with cultural and language
Phone: 03 379 7027 or 0800 777 299 Email: info@tpa.org.nz barriers.
National Health and Disability Advocacy Web: advisory.org.nz Web: tpa.org.nz
Service RAS is a free, independent and easy to use service Free and confidential advice, information and
for residential property owners who are facing advocacy services, including assisting tenants
Did you know
Phone: 03 377 7501 or 0800 555 050
challenges in getting their home repaired or rebuilt through mediation and tribunal processes. You may be able to get help to insulate your
Web: advocacy.org.nz after it has been damaged in a natural disaster. home? If you are a homeowner and your house
The National Health and Disability Advocacy Service RAS gives you access to a skilled broker, legal and was built before the year 2000, you may be able
is a free service that operates independently from technical expertise, and helps you work with your to get help to insulate your home.
all health and disability service providers and private insurers and EQC on your claim.
agencies. If you want to know more about your For more information visit energywise.govt.nz
rights when using health or disability services, get or phone 0800 749 782.
questions answered, or talk through your options
for making a complaint, we can help.
26 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 27Community Information Community Services Card
The Community Services Card gives you and
Residential Care Subsidy
If you need long-term residential care in a rest home
your family discounts on doctors’ visits and or hospital, you may be able to get a Residential
prescriptions. It can also help towards the costs of Care Subsidy from the Ministry of Health. This
services such as home insulation. You may be able subsidy helps with the cost of your care and is paid
Community Information For more information about NZ Super or Veteran’s
to get a card if you are on a low-to-middle income, directly to the rest home or hospital.
Pension, you can:
Christchurch (CINCH) even if you work.
• visit the Seniors website: To qualify, your assets need to be under a certain
cinch.org.nz workandincome.co.nz/seniors For more information about the Community level. If they are under this level, Senior Services
Services Card or to get an application form, visit: will look at your income to help them work out the
CINCH is an online community directory of clubs, • get a copy of the Services for Seniors brochure – workandincome.govt.nz/csc or phone 0800 999 999. amount you’ll need to pay towards the cost of your
community organisations and continuing education available online, or by calling Senior Services care.
course providers in the greater Christchurch area.
• call the Seniors Line on 0800 552 002 from 8am– Disability Allowance For more information about Residential Care
5pm Monday–Friday
Subsidy, visit: workandincome.govt.nz/seniors or
The Disability Allowance can help towards covering
New Zealand Superannuation • visit your local service centre at Hornby or phone 0800 999 727.
the extra costs you have because of a disability
and Veteran’s Pension Riccarton. It is best to make an appointment or health condition. It can help pay for a range of
before you go. You can request an appointment things like regular visits to the doctor, medicines,
New Zealand Superannuation (NZ Super) is a
payment you can get when you reach 65 years of
online through my.msd.govt.nz or phone 0800 special foods, lawn mowing or a medical alarm. Eldernet
552 002.
age. You need to meet a few conditions, such as
You don’t have to be on a benefit to get this
being a New Zealand citizen/permanent resident If you’re deaf or find it hard to communicate by Eldernet
payment. It mostly depends on your income
and living in New Zealand for a certain amount of phone, you can send a message to our Deaf Link situation and a health condition or disability lasting Phone: 0800 162 706
time. The Veteran’s Pension is paid at the same rate free-fax on 0800 621 621 or email MSD_Deaf_ more than six months.
and has most of the same rules as NZ Super, with Services@msd.govt.nz Email: team@eldernet.co.nz
some added benefits for the veteran. To apply, you’ll need to fill in a form and provide Web: eldernet.co.nz
proof of your costs, such as receipts or invoices.
If you live alone, you may qualify for an extra SuperGold Card and App Eldernet is an information provider about
amount that recognises the costs of running a You’ll also need to ask your doctor or nurse services relating to older people.
The SuperGold Card and app give you access to a
household on your own. practitioner to complete a medical certificate.
wide range of discounts from businesses around On Eldernet (eldernet.co.nz) older people, and
They’ll be able to confirm your costs with us.
How to apply the country and government/local council services. those supporting them, can access free, unbiased
This includes the free off-peak public transport For more information about the Disability and comprehensive information about home
The easiest way to apply is online at operating in many regions around the country. Allowance, or to get an application form, visit: support services, retirement villages, aged
workandincome.co.nz, or you can call us on 0800 workandincome.govt.nz/seniors or phone 0800 552 residential care (rest homes etc.) and other products
552 002 and ask for a paper application form. It’s The card is sent to you automatically soon after your
002. and services.
best to apply 3–4 weeks before you turn 65. NZ Super/Veteran’s Pension is granted. You can also
download the app from the App Store or Google On Eldernet you can also view a report, updated
Play onto your smartphone or tablet. Accommodation Supplement daily, that identifies current rest home, dementia,
hospital, and psychogeriatric bed vacancies.
For more information about SuperGold and the This is a weekly payment that can help with the
discounts available, visit supergold.govt.nz or costs of renting, boarding or owning your own
phone 0800 25 45 65. home.
How much you get depends on your income and
assets, where you live, your family situation (single/
Did you know married/children) and your accommodation costs.
What to do if your wheelie bins go missing?
To find out what you might be able to get,
Contact the Council within 24 hours of your
visit workandincome.govt.nz and search
collection day to ensure it is replaced without
‘Accommodation Supplement’ or phone
charge. Phone 03 941 8999.
0800 552 002.
28 Older adults activities and services guide Older adults activities and services guide 29Beckenham
Libraries Community Resource Centres
Where: South Library, 66 Colombo Street,
Beckenham
Safe and welcoming community spaces for Manuka Cottage Addington Community
When: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm.
you to connect with others, use free internet,
Includes Metrocard services. House Incorporated
access magazines, large print items, audio
and e-books. Come in and enjoy a community Where: 70 Harman Street, Addington
programme, games, speaker, book club or craft Civic Offices Phone: 03 338 1613
activity. We look forward to seeing you there. For Email: manukacottage@accd.org.nz
more information, please refer to our website Where: 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central
When: Monday–Friday 8am–5pm. Web: manukacottageaddington.net
christchurchcitylibraries.com or call 03 941 7923.
A Community House that promotes connection
Halswell and meaningful relationships through a variety of
St Martins Volunteer Library activities and adjusts those activities to the current
Where: e Hāpua: Halswell Centre,
T needs.
Where: Corner Wilsons Road and Wades Avenue
341 Halswell Road, Halswell
St Martins
When: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm. In summer,
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Rowley Resource Centre
Where From Here booklet opening hours are the same as the
2–4.30pm
outdoor pool extended hours. Where: 89 Rowley Avenue, Hoon Hay
Phone: 0800 162 706 Friday and Saturday 10am–12pm
Phone: 03 960 1776
Email: team@carepublications.co.nz
Opawa Volunteer Public Library Riccarton Email: manager@rowleyresourcecentre.org.nz
Web: carepublications.co.nz It operate as a part-time community-based centre
Where: Rārakau: Riccarton Centre,
Where From Here is a regional handbook to help Where: 1 92 Richardson Terrace, Opawa
199 Clarence Street, Riccarton that focuses on enabling growth through the
seniors, and those supporting them, to navigate Phone: Monday–Saturday 2– 4pm provision of services, facilities, courses and groups
When: Monday–Friday 9am–5pm.
the ageing journey.The book covers important Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6.30–8pm for the improvement of lives in the community. It
information about staying well and at home, as Thursday and Saturday 10am–12pm Includes NZ Post services.
is also a place where you can just drop in. Read the
well as providing detailed indexes on home support paper, have a tea or coffee and meet others.
services, day programmes, retirement villages, and South Library
aged residential care options (like rest homes, etc.).
Where: 66 Colombo St, Beckenham
The book is available free of charge from many
Did you know
When: Monday–Friday 9am–7pm
agencies (your DHB, Age Concern, Alzheimers/ Saturday and Sunday 10am–4pm The Christchurch City Council has a dedicated
Dementia organisations, etc.), or directly from the Graffiti Programme that takes a city wide
publisher. Spreydon Library approach to graffiti vandalism. Working
alongside volunteers, residents, community
Where: 266 Barrington St, Spreydon groups, graffiti artists and commercial property
retirementvillages.co.nz owners, the Graffiti Programme also provides
When: Monday–Friday 10am–6pm
Saturday and Sunday 10am–1pm advice, support and resources in the quest to
Phone: 0800 162 706
keep Christchurch graffiti free.
Email: team@eldernet.co.nz
Web: retirementvillages.co.nz If you see graffiti on a structure or if your
Council Service Centres property has been tagged please report it via:
Retirementvillages.co.nz is a comprehensive guide
to New Zealand retirement villages. The website 03 941 8999
includes checklists, coming open days, and listings One-stop shop for any Council business: rates, rates
for village units which are currently on the market. rebates, dog registration, property files, wheelie info@ccc.govt.nz
bins, etc. For more information phone Council on
Snap Send Solve App
03 941 8999 or visit ccc.govt.nz
For further assistance please contact us on
graffitiprogramme@ccc.govt.nz
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