Age Concern Otago promotes wellbeing, rights, respect and dignity for Otago's older people. We uphold the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi: Partnership, Participation & Protection. Our work is based on the values: Dignity, Wellbeing, Equity and Cultural Respect.
http://www.ageconcernotago.com/
You can make a real difference to the health and happiness of an older person living in the community by giving them a regular visit to look forward to!
Do you love driving, have your own vehicle and are the kind of caring person that would love to deliver nutritious meals to older persons who need them? You could be a regular or on-call reserve driver!
Oamaru or Kurow/Upper Waitaki Valley. Assist the instructor at 4 weekly classes for older people learning to use their smartphones.
Brighten up an elderly persons week by visiting them for an hour a week and share conversation, company, activities and maybe have a tea or coffee.
Would one off or periodic assistance volunteer opportunities work for you? Want to volunteer and don't have the time to commit?
Be part of a helpful team which produces delicious refreshments every week for the Age Concern Gentle Exercise classes.