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Hutt City Council is committed to making Lower Hutt a great place to live for people of all ages, for now and the future. Find out what services are available to older people living here.
Services
Wesley Community Action is a creative change organisation that works in communities and with whānau across all ages and stages within the wider Wellington region. In Lower Hutt, they support the community from their hub at Wesley Rātā Village.
Wesley Community Action also runs the Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) for people aged 65 and over living in the greater Wellington region (Wellington, Porirua, Kapiti Coast and the Hutt Valley).
W: https://www.wesleyca.org.nz/community-actions/wesley-rata-village
P: 04 385 3727
Age Concern provides programmes and services to help you build strength and confidence, make new social connections, and gain knowledge and skills to help you age well.
W: https://www.acwellington.org.nz/
P: 04 499 6646
CAB are a nationwide, but locally based, community organisation. We help people to know and understand their rights and obligations, and how to use this information to get the best outcomes. We provide people with the confidence and support they need to take action. We use insights from our clients’ experiences to work for positive social change.
P: 0800 367 222
Dementia Wellington’s vision is to inspire people to live well with mate wareware dementia and remain active and engaged in their community. With a timely diagnosis and the right support in place, most people with dementia can continue to enjoy living life to the full in their community for many years.
Our team of Dementia Advisors provide free, community-based specialised support services across the wider Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington area, including Kāpiti, Porirua, Wellington and the Hutt Valley.
W: https://dementia.nz/wellington/
P: 04 972 2595
MSD provide information for financial support for seniors on the Work and Income website, including help with NZ Superannuation, Veteran’s Pension, SuperGold Card, and other payments.
W: https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/eligibility/seniors/index.html
P: 0800 552 002 (Superannuation)
0800 25 45 65 (SuperGold Card)
Mobility parking stickers are issued by CCS Disability Action in Lower Hutt.
Contact CCS on 0800 227 2255 for more information.
Programmes and Groups
Hutt City Council hosts programmes at our hubs and libraries. See what’s on at this link: Events | Hutt City Libraries
Probus is a Rotary club service that offers member benefits like international and domestic travel, day trips, luncheons and plenty of opportunities to meet new people. There are lots of groups within the Hutt Valley.
Low-cost residential options for seniors
Urban Plus is a Council-controlled organisation that supplies rental residential properties for seniors in Lower Hutt. You can apply for housing through their website.
If you would like to apply for public housing, including a Kainga Ora home (formerly Housing New Zealand), your first step is to talk to Work and Income about your housing needs. They'll discuss your situation with you and look at the best way to help. Then, if you are eligible to be considered for the public housing register, they'll arrange an assessment interview for you.
To get started, call Work and Income on 0800 559 009 or Senior Services on 0800 552 002 if you're over 65.
Supported independent Living provides support to older people struggling with isolation and confusion so they can maintain their spark for life and stay living safely and well at home.
Te Waka Haumaru, our older persons team, works alongside kaumātua living alone with little to no whānau support, providing the support they need to continue their daily activities with enjoyment and confidence. This can include anything from linking kaumātua to social activities to helping them prepare for their future by making sure they have the necessary legal and financial supports.
For more information, contact:
Hutt Valley Service Coordination Centre
P: 04 566 2226 or 0800 662 225
E: hutt@careco.org.nz
For up-to-date, alternative housing options, we recommend contacting the Citizens Advice Bureau.
Contact Hutt City Council for more information on our support for seniors.
P: 0800 488 824
E: contact@huttcity.govt.nz
For more information
Contact Hutt City Council for more information on our support for seniors.
P: 0800 488 824