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Description
Age Concern Nelson Tasman has a range of services for people 65+ in Nelson Tasman. It offers information and support, education and awareness raising, with an overall aim of helping older people live a meaningful life in an inclusive society. At the core of our work is a passion for encouraging and supporting social connection, ensuring older people are not abused, and offering a wide range of events, activities and information.
Ages
Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Make an appointment, Referral, Contact us, Walk in
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Charges
Our services are free. Membership costs $25 per year for a single person and $35 per couple. We ask a small koha for some socialising activities.
Service Types
Abuse and violence
- Elder abuse
- Information & support
- Referral to specialist services
Visiting Service
We match trained volunteers with older people in the community who feel isolated and/or lonely. They visit them once a week in their home, or can take them out, offering…
Carer Relief Service
This is a service offered to full-time at-home carers who are looking after a loved one. The Needs Assessment Service can grant the carer some respite time, and we arrange…
AgeConnect Nelson Tasman
This is an initiative to create friendships and community connections to help prevent older people becoming socially isolated and/or lonely. Contact the coordinator on ageconnect@ageconcernnt.org.nz to find out more.
Education and training
We run a number of workshops aimed at older drivers: Staying Safe, which is a short refresher of the Road Rules; Life Without a Car workshop is for those thinking…
Total Mobility Scheme
We administer this scheme on behalf of the local councils, which entitles people aged 65+ who have given up driving for health reasons to reduced taxi fares. Contact us to…
Advocacy
Wheelchair Access
Yes
Region
Nelson Marlborough
Website
Contact Details
62 Oxford Street, Richmond
Nelson Marlborough
Phone
03 5447624
Email
Website
62 Oxford Street
Richmond 7020
Street Address
62 Oxford Street
Richmond 7020
Postal Address
PO Box 3381
Richmond 7050
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This page was last updated at 3:41PM on February 9, 2021. This information is reviewed and edited by Age Concern Nelson Tasman Inc.