Today
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
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, and promotes dignity and respect for older people. Much of our work is around encouraging and supporting friendships and social connection, offering low-cost transport options, van outings, Tea & Talks, intergenerational connection and a fun singing group.
Ages
Older adult
How do I access this service?
Make an appointment, Referral, Contact us, Walk in
Hours
8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
|---|
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 carers who are looking after a loved one in their home full-time. The Needs Assessment Agency can grant the carer some respite time, and…
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 Staying Safe driving course for older drivers, which is a short refresher of the Road Rules. We run Life Without a Car workshops to help 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…
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.
Wheelchair Access
Yes
Website
Region
Nelson Marlborough
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 1:51PM on June 3, 2020. This information is reviewed and edited by Age Concern Nelson Tasman Inc.