Age Concern Waikato provide information and services which empower older people to make their own choices and decisions. We provide regular learning opportunities with workshops, seminars and education programmes, serving the Needs of Older People. Our services consist of
Accredited Visiting Service, Fieldworkers - providing support, advocacy and assistance to older people in the community, Elder Abuse & Neglect Prevention - dealing with concerns surrounding abuse of an older persons be it physical, mental, emotional, financial or verbal, Education - seminars, presentations to groups and projects involving the exchange of ideas and skills between generations, workshops dealing with changes that come with age and health Promotion and training - which includes training resthome staff, health professionals and other agencies.
Make a real difference by brightening an older person’s day with regular chats—volunteers are needed all over Hamilton City to bring some company, cheer, and help reduce social isolation!
Brighten an older person's world through regular interaction! We coordinate caring volunteers who are keen to spend time with older people to reduce social isolation. We have volunteer opportunities across the Waikato Region.