Older People’s Care in Christchurch
Social services are available to support people at every stage of life, including specialist support for those aged 65 and over. In some circumstances, older persons’ services may also be accessible to people under 65 who are experiencing concerns associated with advanced age.
Below is a selection of free social support services available for older people in Christchurch. This list does not include residential care homes, retirement communities, physical health services, or fee-based in-home care services. For a comprehensive directory of living and home support options for older people, explore https://www.eldernet.co.nz/.
Along with the information below, neighbourhood and religious community centres often run events and clinics dedicated to supporting older people. You can reach out to your local centre directly to find out what programmes are available.
Age Concern Canterbury offers community health support; elder abuse prevention; home visitation; social outings, courses, and events; and home assistance services.
Website: https://ageconcerncan.org.nz/
Address: 24 Main North Road, Papanui
Phone: 0800 803 344
Email: team@ageconcerncan.org.nz
Christchurch City Mission hosts Elder Care Groups aimed at providing wholistic support and combating social isolation. Groups are offered throughout Christchurch and beyond.
Website: Elder Care Groups — Christchurch City Mission
Phone: 021 776 302
Email: eldercare@citymission.org.nz
Te Kaitaka Tūpuna o Rehua is a marae-based health and wellbeing programme for Māori pakeke and kaumātua aged 55 and above. The programme is focused on community engagement, physical and cultural activities, and regular events and outings.
Website: https://rehuamarae.co.nz/services/kaumatua-services/
Address: 79 Springfield Rd, St Albans
Phone: 03 355 5615
Email: admin@rehuamarae.org.nz
Te Kauae is available through Purapura Whetu for those aged 55 + and their whānau or carers. The programme caters to kaumātua experiencing abuse and isolation or seeking support and advocacy.
Website: https://www.pw.maori.nz/te-kauae/
Address: 596 Ferry Road, Woolston
Phone: 0800 4 WHETU
Email: office@pw.maori.nz
Vaka Tautua is dedicated to helping Pasifika families thrive, including through targeted programmes to assist matua with concerns around mental health or experiences of abuse.
Website: https://www.vakatautua.co.nz/fish-canterbury
Address: 1/105 Gasson Street, Sydenham
Phone: 0800 825 282
Email: enquiries@vakatautua.co.nz
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