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Age Concern Otago Inc
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1 John Street, Balclutha
Description
Age Concern Otago has served the needs of Otago's older people since 1948.
We cover all of Otago and along with our Dunedin office, have offices in South Otago, 1 John St, Balclutha; Central Otago, Alexandra Community House, Centennial Ave, Alexandra; and Waitaki, 30 Eden Street, Ōamaru
Ages
Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Anyone can access
Anyone over the age of 65 can join Age Concern Otago
Contact us
No appointment required
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
$25 annual membership fee plus a small fee for attendance at activities
Hours
1 John Street, Balclutha
| Tue – Thu | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
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Services Provided
Falls Prevention & Steady As You Go Thousands of older people fall each year with potentially life-threatening effects. Most of these falls happen in the community and are preventable. To improve strength and balance, Age Concern Otago offers Steady As You Go, Aligned To Go, and Tai Chi classes throughout Otago. Staying Safe I Driving Workshops Staying Safe driving workshops are held throughout the Otago area to help people age 65+ stay current on the traffic rules and master safer driving practices. You will also increase your knowledge about other transport options available, so you can stay mobile and independent for as long as possible. Independent Living Seminars Ageing is associated with many rewarding experiences. It is also a time when significant changes might occur. Age Concern Otago’s series of Independent Living Seminars are designed to help you keep a sense of control and get more out of life. Silvertech I Smart Phone Courses Get smart with technology! SilverTech courses comprise four weekly two-hour sessions. They are designed specifically to help older people in Otago stay connected and tech-savvy.
Falls Prevention & Steady As You Go Thousands of older people fall each year with potentially life-threatening effects. Most of these falls happen in the community and are preventable. To improve strength and balance, Age Concern Otago offers Steady As You Go, Aligned To Go, and Tai Chi classes throughout Otago. Staying Safe I Driving Workshops Staying Safe driving workshops are held throughout the Otago area to help people age 65+ stay current on the traffic rules and master safer driving practices. You will also increase your knowledge about other transport options available, so you can stay mobile and independent for as long as possible. Independent Living Seminars Ageing is associated with many rewarding experiences. It is also a time when significant changes might occur. Age Concern Otago’s series of Independent Living Seminars are designed to help you keep a sense of control and get more out of life. Silvertech I Smart Phone Courses Get smart with technology! SilverTech courses comprise four weekly two-hour sessions. They are designed specifically to help older people in Otago stay connected and tech-savvy.
- Life skills
- Skills courses
Falls Prevention & Steady As You Go
Thousands of older people fall each year with potentially life-threatening effects. Most of these falls happen in the community and are preventable. To improve strength and balance, Age Concern Otago offers Steady As You Go, Aligned To Go, and Tai Chi classes throughout Otago.
Staying Safe I Driving Workshops
Staying Safe driving workshops are held throughout the Otago area to help people age 65+ stay current on the traffic rules and master safer driving practices. You will also increase your knowledge about other transport options available, so you can stay mobile and independent for as long as possible.
Independent Living Seminars
Ageing is associated with many rewarding experiences. It is also a time when significant changes might occur. Age Concern Otago’s series of Independent Living Seminars are designed to help you keep a sense of control and get more out of life.
Silvertech I Smart Phone Courses
Get smart with technology! SilverTech courses comprise four weekly two-hour sessions. They are designed specifically to help older people in Otago stay connected and tech-savvy.
Our Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) is a free and confidential service employing professional staff to work with older people and their carers, providing support and advocacy so that older people can be happy, healthy, and safe.
Our Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) is a free and confidential service employing professional staff to work with older people and their carers, providing support and advocacy so that older people can be happy, healthy, and safe.
Our Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) is a free and confidential service employing professional staff to work with older people and their carers, providing support and advocacy so that older people can be happy, healthy, and safe.
Since 1948 Age Concern Otago has coordinated the volunteers who deliver Meals on Wheels to the older people of Dunedin. Meals on Wheels is a service where volunteers deliver hot meals to Dunedin's most vulnerable who require a hot nutritious meal. All referrals for this service come through the hospital or Health NZ. Please phone your GP for more information and to see if you, or the person you are enquiring on behalf of, are eligible to receive Meals on Wheels.
Since 1948 Age Concern Otago has coordinated the volunteers who deliver Meals on Wheels to the older people of Dunedin. Meals on Wheels is a service where volunteers deliver hot meals to Dunedin's most vulnerable who require a hot nutritious meal. All referrals for this service come through the hospital or Health NZ. Please phone your GP for more information and to see if you, or the person you are enquiring on behalf of, are eligible to receive Meals on Wheels.
- Meals on wheels
Since 1948 Age Concern Otago has coordinated the volunteers who deliver Meals on Wheels to the older people of Dunedin. Meals on Wheels is a service where volunteers deliver hot meals to Dunedin's most vulnerable who require a hot nutritious meal. All referrals for this service come through the hospital or Health NZ. Please phone your GP for more information and to see if you, or the person you are enquiring on behalf of, are eligible to receive Meals on Wheels.
Age Concern Otago is an Assessment Agent in Dunedin for the Otago Regional Council Total Mobility Scheme that provides subsidised travel to help people stay connected within their community.
Age Concern Otago is an Assessment Agent in Dunedin for the Otago Regional Council Total Mobility Scheme that provides subsidised travel to help people stay connected within their community.
- Disability transport (total mobility)
Age Concern Otago is an Assessment Agent in Dunedin for the Otago Regional Council Total Mobility Scheme that provides subsidised travel to help people stay connected within their community.
Our Home Trade Referral Service can refer a reliable reference-checked and police-checked person to help you get a job done in or around your home, get your hair cut or nails done, or keep the garden shipshape.
Our Home Trade Referral Service can refer a reliable reference-checked and police-checked person to help you get a job done in or around your home, get your hair cut or nails done, or keep the garden shipshape.
Our Home Trade Referral Service can refer a reliable reference-checked and police-checked person to help you get a job done in or around your home, get your hair cut or nails done, or keep the garden shipshape.
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access, Support to make decisions
Travel Directions
Access to our building is from either 9 The Octagon, Dunedin or 26 Bath St, Dunedin.
9 The Octagon has disability access.
Parking
There is no onsite parking
Region
Dunedin - South Otago
Website
Contact Details
1 John Street, Balclutha
Dunedin - South Otago
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Phone
(03) 477 1040
Email
Website
1 John Street
Balclutha
OTA 9230
Street Address
1 John Street
Balclutha
OTA 9230
Postal Address
PO Box 5355
Dunedin 9054
9 The Octagon, Dunedin Central, Dunedin
Dunedin - South Otago
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Phone
(03) 477 1040
Email
Website
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This page was last updated at 9:05AM on July 9, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Age Concern Otago Inc.
Age Concern Otago's Active Ageing Groups provide a place where people can meet others with similar interests and socialise while taking part in activities. Membership in the Octagon Club is included in the annual Age Concern Otago membership.
Age Concern Otago's Active Ageing Groups provide a place where people can meet others with similar interests and socialise while taking part in activities.
Membership in the Octagon Club is included in the annual Age Concern Otago membership.