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Community
Day Programmes
Independence, activities, and friendship for older people
Enliven in the community
Active, connected and social
Enliven’s community day programmes provide a friendly and supportive environment where you can connect with others and do the things you enjoy.
Enliven Older People is an approved Ministry of Health ad accredited ACC service. We offer activity and companionship programmes for older people living in their own homes or with family. For family carers, day programmes provide a chance to take a break. It’s also a great opportunity for older people living alone to enjoy quality social interactions.
Our community day programmes run on weekdays and include:
- Morning tea served with a delicious treat and/or a two course lunch
- Cognitive enrichment days for those living with dementia
- Accredited falls prevention exercise classes
- A range of exciting planned activities
Where to start
Our aim is to support you to achieve your own goals and we work hard to find the right solution for you, in partnership with you, your family and any other organisation that may be involved in your care.
Talk to Enliven
Calm and confident behind the scenes, our experienced team of service advisors can help and guide with those next steps.
Your GP can help
Arrange a referral from your GP or directly with a Needs Assessment Service Coordinator (NASC). Phone NASC on 06 834 1871.
Falls prevention
We can help you find out more about a falls prevention Strength & Balance class in your community. There are 63 ACC-accredited Community Strength & Balance classes across Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti.
The Enliven Centre
2087 Pakowhai Road, Hastings
- Various programmes from Monday to Friday
- Cognitive enrichment days for those living with dementia
- A Men’s Group on Wednesday and Thursday from 2pm
where we offer:• Various programmes from Monday to Friday• Cognitive enrichment days for those living with dementia• A Men’s Group on Wednesday and Thursday from 2pm
JH Mason Village Community Hall
18 Durham Drive, Havelock North
- Various programmes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 2pm
- A smaller location suitable for those with hearing impairment
Love your strength
Falls are not a ‘normal’ part of ageing. As we grow older, underlying health conditions or problems with balance, strength or mobility do increase our risk of falling. Have you slipped, tripped or fallen in the last year, can’t get out of a chair without using your hands, or have avoided activities because you’re afraid you might lose your balance? Then you could be at risk of a fall.
The good news is many falls are preventable, so stay active, stay safe and don’t give in to the fear of falling.
How you can support Enliven
Enliven aims to make the senior years positive and empowered, an age of rich experiences and social connection. Consider a career in aged care, volunteer with us or donate to our work.
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“Look forward to Thursday every week and I love coming. The staff are lovely people and are very caring.”
Enliven Community Services client
“Fantastic group, always positive and the ladies actually listen and care.”
Enliven Community Services client
“I look forward to attending twice weekly for company and friendship.”
