Age Concern NZ is a charitable organization dedicated to promoting the wellbeing, rights, respect, and dignity of older people in New Zealand. It operates through a national network of local branches that provide a wide range of services, including information, advice, social activities, elder abuse prevention, and support for staying independent and connected to the community.
Services and activities include:
Support and advice: Provides expert information and guidance on issues affecting older people.
Social connection: Offers services like the "Visiting Service," which matches isolated seniors with trained volunteers for regular visits and company. It also helps connect older adults with community activities.
Health and wellbeing: Organizes health promotion programs, exercise classes, and other activities to help older people stay active and healthy.
Elder abuse prevention: Provides professional support and resources for victims of elder abuse and neglect, including a national helpline, 0800 EA NOT OK (0800 32 668 65).
Advocacy: Works with the government and other national bodies to advocate on issues that affect older people.
Local support: Local Age Concern branches are often the primary point of contact for older people in their community, offering locally tailored services and support.
