Age Concern South Canterbury

Age Concern South Canterbury supports older people with free information and advice to help them be more independent, more visible and more connected.

– Total Mobility (discount taxi card)

– Wellbeing checks & home visits Weekly foot clinic

– Safer Driving Refresher Course

– Mobility Scooter Safety Course

– Digital Literacy & Skills Programme

– Care and Repair – a directory of informal service provided and personal assistance with heating, housing, financial forms etc.

Friday Club

Weekly social gathering, including morning tea, activities, entertainment/music and lunch.

Every Friday 9:30am – 1:00pm

Wilson Street Baptist Church, Timaru

Visiting Service

For people aged over 65 years who may be socially isolated or lonely and want more social contact. Our visiting service has caring volunteers who will visit weekly for company and friendship.

Visiting Service

Office Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm Mon-Fri

T: 03 687 7587

E: volunteers@ageconcernsc.org.nz

Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS)

EARS aim to improve the quality of life of older people in abusive situations and to prevent abuse by providing information, education programs, advocacy and support. If you are concerned about elder abuse for yourself, a family member, friend, neighbour or professional, contact us for free and confidential advice.

EARS Service

Office Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm Mon-Thurs

T: 03 687 7372

E: shendry@ageconcerncan.org.nz

www.ageconcerncan.org.nz