Programmes & Services
Stay Active, Stay Connected. Learn more about our diverse programmes and services that support a fulfilling life for our region's seniors.
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…
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…
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…
Positive Aging Expo -Thursday 8th May 10am-3pm
South Canterbury expo for aging well Prepare for the future and age well with confidence! The Expo is designed to empower individuals and families to embrace the future with confidence.…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…