Welcome to Age Concern South Canterbury
Committed to promoting the rights, wellbeing and quality of life for older people within our region.
Programmes & Services
Stay Active, Stay Connected. Learn more about our diverse programmes and services that support a fulfilling life for our region's seniors.
Visiting Service
(Information & links below for Self-referrals, Agency referrals and how to become a Volunteer). Many older people in our community are lonely and isolated as they receive few or no…
Steady As You Go – falls prevention classes
Falls are preventable. Steady as you go (SAYGO) falls prevention exercise classes can improve balance, leg strength, flexibility, general fitness and wellbeing. SAYGO is an exercise class designed to help…
Safer Driving Refresher Courses
Staying Safe A FREE refresher course for older drivers run by Age Concern South Canterbury. Even though you may have had many years of practical experience behind the wheel, this…
SilverTech Smartphone Courses
Get smart with technology! Free digital training for seniors to boost confidence and knowledge with their smartphone. SilverTech courses are four weekly 2-hour sessions. They are designed specifically to help…
Care & Repair
The Age Concern Care and Repair Service offers a directory of service providers who can assist seniors with home tasks. Whether it’s gardening, cleaning, maintenance, or odd jobs, our service…
Total Mobility Timaru
Total Mobility Card A subsidised transport scheme for people with long-term impairments. What is Total Mobility? Total Mobility is a nationwide scheme to help provide transport for people who, due…
The Friday Club
The Friday Club is a weekly social gathering and friendship group for older people that includes morning tea, 30 mins or so of optional physical strength and balance exercise (maybe…
Welfare and Wellbeing Checks
Age Concern offers welfare checks by phone or home visits for vulnerable seniors, especially those living alone or without close family nearby. Anyone can make a referral. Any issues identified…
Mobility Scooter Safety Course
For anyone with a scooter or considering getting a scooter. The course covers: The course is free to attend and the date and venue to be advised. Contact Details Age…
Monthly Bus Trips
We organize fun bus trips for members, cruising through the South Canterbury countryside. There is a stop for a delicious lunch at a local café or pub. We use mini…
Elder Abuse & Neglect
The Elder Abuse Response Service is provided by Age Concern Canterbury. It aims to improve the quality of life for older people in abusive situations, and to prevent abuse by…
Weekly Foot Clinic
Footcare and toenail cutting service for those unable to tend to their feet due to physical or cognitive limitations.The service includes foot soak, nail trimming, and massage. Held on Tuesday’s…
Information and Advice
Empowering informed choices: Access a wealth of information and practical advice to support your health, well-being, and active lifestyle.
Being active
Low-impact exercise is highly beneficial for older people as it helps maintain mobility, strength, and balance without putting undue stress on the joints. Activities like walking, swimming, and yoga can…
Entitlements and assistance
Did you know you can get assistance over and above your NZ superannuation? You may also be entitled to: NZ Superannuation NZ Super is a taxable pension paid to NZ…
Health
A LIFE TUBE could save your life! Just over two years ago, an older person living on their own had a medical incident and they were struck down suddenly with…
Legal
Enduring Power of Attorney What? Why? How? What happens if you can no longer make decisions? Why you need an enduring power of attorney. Do you have an Enduring Power…
Scams and Fraud
HAVE YOU BEEN SCAMMED? HERE’S WHAT TO DO Make sure you also: OUR TOP TIPS TO HELP PROTECT YOUR MONEY. COLD CALL SCAMS Common signs of this scam The scammer…
Summer Wellness
Tips to ‘beat the heat’ this summer. Summer is a lovely time of the year, however when the temperature and humidity rise, we can be more vulnerable to heat-related health…