Many other services are provide locally by Age Concern Councils, as best fits the needs and resources of their community. Click on Age Concern around the country to find out more about your nearest Age Concern. The Age Concern Accredited Visiting Service provides companionship and support for older people who may be lonely and socially isolated.
Volunteers also gain valuable friendships and community involvement.
The Service is provided in most areas around New Zealand. To complement existing visiting services. To provide older people with the choice of building new links outside the rest home or their own neighbourhood. Local Age Concern Councils co-ordinate the Service. Recruit and select volunteer Visitors Provide initial training and ongoing support for Visitors Link a Visitor with an older person.