Easter, with all its various celebrations, meanings, or connotations for different people, has come and gone, and we trust that you had some time to celebrate it with family and friends.
ANZAC Day will soon be upon us. Anzac Day, which started in 1916 after the Gallipoli landings, is a National Day of Remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. We will remember them.
Thank you for sharing a few moments of your day with us. We hope you'll find the information useful, and that you'll join us at an event soon! Please give us a call on 04 499 6646 or email info@acwellington.org.nz if you would like to get in touch with us.
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Steady as You Go Falls Prevention Exercise Classes are designed to help prevent a fall. The classes improve balance and leg strength, flexibility, general fitness and wellbeing. Here are some of our newest classes...
No need to book - just turn up! $2 donation entry to help cover costs. For a full list of Steady As You Go classes around the Region, click here or call 04 499 6648 |
STEADY AS YOU GO ONLINE EXERCISE CLASSES - ALL WELCOME |
Every Wednesday at 9:30am there is a livestream Steady As You Go class on Zoom. It's open to anyone - you don't need any prior experience. It is a gentle entry-level exercise class designed for seniors. All you need to do is register by filling in the form online (click the blue button below). |
COFFEE MORNINGS AT THE Y CENTRAL ON MANNERS STREET |
Age Concern's monthly coffee and muffin mornings for seniors has restarted! We've partnered with Wellington City Council to welcome you in this great downtown facility. Where: Te Pokapū Hapori - Y Central, 105 Manners Street, Te Aro When: Thursday, 11 May & 8 June, 10.00am
All welcome. Drop in, or call 04 499 6646 or email connectwell@acwellington.org.nz for details. |
We were really pleased this month to launch our very first Upper Hutt Community Hub event. More than 30 attended and enjoyed a light lunch and great speaker. Join us at our next event in May. Come and meet our Hutt Valley Social Connection Coordinator too! All welcome - just turn up!
When: Wednesday, 10 May, 12pm Where: Heretaunga Christian Centre, 51 Lane Street, Wallaceville, Upper Hutt
Call 04 499 6646 or email avshutt@acwellington.org.nz for details. |
WALTER NASH CENTRE COMMUNITY HUB EVENT |
Age Concern's monthly Lower Hutt Community Hub for seniors sees all sorts of fun! The hub has now moved to a new location: the Walter Nash Centre (rather than at the Stokes Valley Hub). Join us at our next event for some afternoon tea, a chat and a speaker. Come and meet our Hutt Valley Social Connection Coordinator too! All welcome. When: Thursday, 18 May, 2pm Where: 22 Taine Street, Taita, Lower Hutt
Call 04 499 6646 or email avshutt@acwellington.org.nz for details. |
VOGELMORN, SEATOUN AND LINDEN COMMUNITY HUB EVENTS |
Join Age Concern's monthly Pop-Up Hubs for seniors. Come by for some tea and coffee, and snacks, and a great speaker! Everyone welcome. Next hub events: - Seatoun Village Hall, Tuesday 2 May, 12pm
- Linden Community Centre, Tuesday 9 May, 1pm
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Vogelmorn Hall, Tuesday 23 May, 2pm
Call 04 499 6645 or email connectwell@acwellington.org.nz for details. |
In collaboration with Wellington City Gallery, Age Concern Wellington Region is happy to offer a guided tour of the exhibitions. The gallery is accessible and has lifts, and a wheelchair may be available upon request. The sessions are limited to 12 participants.
Next event: - Thursday 18 May, 1.30 - 3pm
Call 04 499 6645 or email connectwell@acwellington.org.nz to reserve your space. |
STAYING SAFE CLASS FOR OLDER DRIVERS |
Staying Safe is a FREE classroom-based refresher workshop for senior road users. Age Concern runs these workshops in partnership with Waka Kotahi. They run from 10am till 2pm with lunch provided!
Please contact us for the next available dates. Registration is required. To register and for more information, call 04 499 6648 or click here |
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COMPANION WALKING SERVICE - CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS |
Age Concern Wellington Region is looking for volunteers for our Companion Walking Service. Volunteers are welcome from around the Wellington Region, but we're in particular need of volunteers in the Hutt Valley, Tawa and Johnsonville.
If you are a keen walker and would like to provide companionship for older people who find it difficult to go out on their own, then we would like to hear from you. Please email avshutt@acwellington.org.nz or call
04 499 6646. |
HUTT VALLEY VOLUNTEER CATCH-UP |
Age Concern Hutt Valley volunteers are planning a regular coffee meet-up. If you're a volunteer and you would like to come along or would like more information, please email avshutt@acwellington.org.nz or call Tania on 04 499 6646. |
MEMBERSHIP OF AGE CONCERN |
Did you know that by becoming a Member of Age Concern Wellington Region, you'll be contributing to our important work of helping reach isolated and lonely seniors? Plus you'll get our fantastic magazine in the post four times a year! Join now by filling in the form on the website.
Call 04 499 6648 or visit our website (click here) to become a member and for more information. |
WE CAN HELP YOU PLAN FOR YOUR END OF LIFE CARE |
Age Concern Wellington Region has an Advance Care Planning service in partnership with Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand. Kay Webster, pictured above, is the Advanced Care Planning Coordinator. Kay is available to come and talk to you about making an Advance Care Plan. This fantastic service is free. She is also available to make presentations to your group. If you want to know more about this new service and how to get in touch with Kay, please check out our website or call us.
Call 04 499 6648 or visit our website (click here) for more information. |
FREE COOKING COURSES FOR OLDER PEOPLE |
Learn to plan and cook simple healthy meals for one or two people, receive shopping tips, label reading advice and time saving strategies. These classes are ideal for those wishing to learn new practical cooking skills or who need to boost their confidence to cook for themselves.
Friendly and social classes of three hours each held over four weeks -- morning tea and lunch included. Day: Every Thursday for four week. Time 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Dates: 20 April to 11 May, 8 June to 29 June, 20 July to 10 August, 12 October to 2 November, and 16 November to 7 December. Where: BUPA Fergusson Vilage, 662 Fergusson Drive, Trentham, Upper Hutt. To register contact Sue on 022 312 9120 or info@justcook.co.nz |
JOIN ST NINIAN'S AGE CARE HUB |
From Tuesday 9 May, St Ninian's Age Care Hub is offering a weekly get-together for Seniors in a friendly, safe and supportive environment. Age Care Hub provides a chance to meet with others in the community each week. There will be lots of fun, enjoyable activities and entertainment each week. -
Age Care Hub at 208 Karori Road, Karori is open to all, regardless of beliefs
- Cost is by donation to cover morning tea & light lunch
- Each Tuesday, beginning 9 May, from 10am-1pm
If you need transport, contact the church office on 04 476 7137
For catering purposes please register through the church office: 04 476 7137 or email stnup@xtra.co.nz |
ANNUAL INCREASE TO NZ SUPER |
New Zealand Superannuation and Veteran's Pension payments are adjusted each year to reflect increases in the cost of living, inflation, and the average wage.
For a full summary of the new rates, tax codes and other changes that may impact you (such as Family Tax Credits, or Unsupported Child Benefit rates) visit the link below.
LEARN MORE (click here)... |
WINTER ENERGY PAYMENTS STARTING AGAIN ON 1 MAY |
If you get NZ Super or Veteran's Pension, you will receive the Winter Energy Payment from 1 May until 1 October to help with the cost of keeping your home warm and dry, and other costs over winter. The payment is made automatically, you don't need to apply. Your payment due on 9 May will include a part Winter Energy Payment. Your first full payment will be paid to you on 23 May. You can find out more on the Winter Energy Payment below. LEARN MORE |
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WAITING AGES TO SEE YOUR GP OR HAVING TROUBLE BOOKING AN APPOINTMENT? |
Consumer NZ has heard it can take weeks to get an appointment to see a general practitioner or family doctor. Essentially, they are after people's experiences waiting to see a GP and having issues getting a prompt appointment.
You can tell Consumer NZ your experience with GP waiting times to help them with their investigation by emailing vanessa.pratley@consumer.org.nz |
CENSUS 2023 - THERE IS STILL TIME TO BE COUNTED |
You can still fill in your census, even though the March 7 date has passed. If you haven't completed it, do it now. By taking part, you help create a better understanding of your community and what it needs. Iwi, community groups, local and central government, and businesses use this census information to make decisions about funding and providing services that affect you, your whānau, and your community. Fill in the questionnaire - stand up and be counted. Call 0800 236 787 if you need help with your census form. |
SENIORNET WELLINGTON - OPEN DAY |
SeniorNet Wellington is holding an open day on Friday 28 April, 12.30 to 2.30pm at Anvil House. Come and see what SeniorNet is about. They offer lots of opportunities to get help with technology if you feel you've got left behind or you feel OK but would like to learn more. All welcome. Level 1, Anvil House, 138 Wakefield St ('opposite' the Michael Fowler Centre). |
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND CONTACTS
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COVID-19 Healthline 0800 358 5453
- For emergencies dial 111
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For non-emergency police matters dial 105
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If you are feeling anxious or just need someone to talk to call or text 1737
- Age Concern Wellington 04 499 6646
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WellElder: a counselling service for older people, or those supporting an older person. Wellington Region: 04 380 2440 (Tuesday - Thursday)
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Lifeline: qualified counsellors and trained volunteers: 0800 543 354 or free text 4357
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Samaritans: confidential support, empathetic listeners: 0800 726 666
- The Continence NZ Helpline 0800 650 659
- Elder Abuse Wellington Helpline 04 805 0880
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Dementia Wellington 04 972 2595
- If you need to discuss your entitlements phone the MSD Senior Services line 0800 552 002
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Wellington City Council: wellington.govt.nz or 04 499 4444
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Hutt City Council: huttcity.govt.nz/ or 04 570 6666
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Porirua City Council: poriruacity.govt.nz/ or 04 237 5089
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Upper Hutt City Council: upperhuttcity.com/ or 04 527 2169
- ASB Bank Senior Priority Direct Line 0800 272 119
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Mental Health: Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor
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THANK YOU WELLINGTON CITY COUNCIL FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT |
We're so thankful for Wellington City Council's support of our mahi. It was great to share some morning tea with some WCC staff recently. Thank you WCC for your great support! |
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Age Concern Wellington Region is a registered charity. We are part of a wider network of more than 30 Age Concerns located across the country.
Visit our website to find out more about our work around the Wellington Region and how you can be involved www.acwellington.org.nz © Age Concern Wellington Region Incorporated
Charities # CC26836 |
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