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The Tough Conversations That Count This Christmas: The Importance Of Wills, EPAs, And Advance Care Planning
Thursday, 5 December 2024, 3:52 pm | Age Concern
From creating a will to appointing an enduring power of attorney (EPA) and developing an advance care plan, these steps ensure that your wishes are respected, and your loved ones are protected in the future. More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Huia Awards 2024
Friday, 27 September 2024, 3:39 pm | Age Concern
This year’s winners have shown remarkable dedication, passion, and perseverance in their work, while creating lasting positive impacts in their communities, says Karen Billings-Jensen, Age Concern New Zealand Chief Executive. More >>
Care And Support With Dignity Are Key For Older People Across Aotearoa, New Zealand
Tuesday, 24 September 2024, 1:48 pm | Age Concern
Chief Executive Karen Billings-Jensen states, "Ageing with dignity is a fundamental right, and supporting that means having care and support service options that allow older people to thrive. More >>
Age Concern, ANZ Bring Back ‘CHiPs’ To Encourage Kiwis To Be ‘on Patrol’ For Scams
Wednesday, 10 July 2024, 3:22 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand, in partnership with ANZ, is bringing back popular ‘80s cop drama ‘CHiPs’ and its star Erik Estrada to encourage all Kiwis to be ‘on patrol’ when it comes to scams. More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Want Us All To Know How To “Spot The Signs” Of Elder Abuse
Wednesday, 12 June 2024, 11:55 am | Age Concern
“Elder abuse is a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person.” More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Welcomes The Hon Casey Costello, As The New Minister For Seniors
Tuesday, 28 November 2023, 2:12 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand extends a warm welcome to the newly appointed Minister for Seniors, the Hon Casey Costello. As an organisation dedicated to advocating for the rights and well-being of older New Zealanders, Age Concern looks forward to collaborating ... More >>
Age Concern New Zealand And Driving Miss Daisy Launch "Life Without A Car" Booklet
Tuesday, 14 November 2023, 1:35 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand, a leading national charity and advocacy group for older people, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Driving Miss Daisy NZ Ltd. Driving Miss Daisy is a trusted provider dedicated to providing their clients ... More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Announces 2023 Huia Award Winners
Tuesday, 3 October 2023, 7:21 am | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand is so proud to announce the 2023 winners of their Huia Awards. The Huia Awards are an annual celebration of New Zealand’s older people and those who support them. Each year Age Concern New Zealand awards three recipients a Huia ... More >>
Celebrating And Standing Up For Older People’s Rights Across Aotearoa, New Zealand
Monday, 25 September 2023, 12:59 pm | Age Concern
On October 1st, the world will come together to celebrate the International Day of Older Persons, an occasion that highlights the significance of upholding the rights of older people and standing against ageist attitudes. This year, the United Nations ... More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Says 'Break The Silence' Around Elder Abuse
Thursday, 8 June 2023, 1:14 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand is joining the global movement on 15 June in recognising World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. “It is time to ‘Break the Silence’ on Elder Abuse, says Karen Billings-Jensen, Chief Executive Age Concern New Zealand. “Elder ... More >>
Time To Be Prepared
Monday, 13 February 2023, 1:31 pm | Age Concern
Cyclone Gabrielle is now affecting the upper North Island. Forecasters say that the Wellington Region will also be impacted, with strong winds and heavy rain predicted. It's a good idea to be prepared just in case. MetService's message reads: "Cyclone ... More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Welcomes Ginny Andersen, The New Minister For Seniors.
Thursday, 2 February 2023, 2:57 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand would like to extend a warm welcome to new Minister for Seniors, Ginny Andersen, who takes up the Seniors portfolio from the Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall. Karen Billings-Jensen, Chief Executive Age Concern New Zealand, says “We ... More >>
Age Concern Highlighting The Issue Of Loneliness For Seniors
Thursday, 17 November 2022, 3:39 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern Wellington Region have launched their annual appeal with a somewhat uncomfortable message, designed to raise awareness of the prevalence of loneliness among the Region’s senior population. The campaign features Tom and Dot, both of ... More >>
Golden Foot Walking Awards
Tuesday, 11 October 2022, 2:13 pm | Age Concern
Age Concern Wellington received their Golden Foot Walking Award this morning in recognition of a service that meets a significant community need. The Companion Walking Service matches trained volunteers with older people who are experiencing reduced ... More >>
Age Concern New Zealand Inaugural Huia Awards 2022
Tuesday, 4 October 2022, 11:06 am | Age Concern
Age Concern New Zealand is so proud to announce the first ever winners of the Age Concern New Zealand Huia Awards. <img src="https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2210/9110ed037afcb362e7a4.jpeg" width="720" height="540"> Marcia Te Au Thomson, Rangimahora ... More >>
Not Invisible - Let’s Celebrate The Resilience And Contribution Of Older Women
Friday, 23 September 2022, 11:49 am | Age Concern
International Day of Older Persons on 1 October each year is a day to celebrate older people – to highlight the value of all older people and to promote dignity and respect. This year the United Nations (UN) theme is “The Resilience and Contributions ... More >>
Age Concern Launches New Brand
Monday, 4 July 2022, 9:41 am | Age Concern
Age Concern has launched a new brand to attract new people through their doors, but its core business of supporting older kiwis to live their best lives will still be their key focus. Age Concern New Zealand unveiled the new logo on 1 July at Parliament ... More >>
91-year-old Wellington Painter Teams Up With Age Concern To Raise Funds
Thursday, 16 June 2022, 11:52 am | Age Concern
Wellington (Thursday, 16 June 2022) – Ron Jobson, 91-year-old painter from Strathmore, is donating 75% of the proceeds from sales of his amazing paintings to Age Concern Wellington Region. Age Concern is pleased to offer the public a unique opportunity ... More >>
What To Do When You Suspect Elder Abuse? Trust Your Gut!
Wednesday, 8 June 2022, 11:32 am | Age Concern
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is marked on 15 June each year. Unfortunately, elder abuse is prevalent in New Zealand but often not reported. But we can all play our part in speaking up, so older Kiwis can be free from the fear, mental anguish, emotional ... More >>
Two In Three Seniors Staying Home As Much As Possible
Monday, 14 March 2022, 5:49 pm | Age Concern
Almost two-thirds of Wellington’s senior population are currently staying home as much as possible, according to a new survey by Age Concern Wellington Region (ACWR). Age Concern wanted to discover more about what was happening for seniors as large ... More >>
