Age Concern Kapiti

06/10/2026

Seniors’ October 2026 – what’s on in Week 2 (Thu–Sun)!

Seniors’ October brings a month of community-led events and activities for older people across the Kāpiti Coast.

Whether you’re looking to connect with others, try something new, get active or simply have some fun, there’s plenty to get involved in!

📖 View the full Seniors’ October programme online for event details and everything happening throughout October:
https://ageconcernkapiti.co.nz/

Please note, some events require registration

03/10/2026

Seniors’ October 2026 – what’s on in Week 2 (Mon–Wed)!

Seniors’ October brings a month of community-led events and activities for older people across the Kāpiti Coast.

Whether you’re looking to connect with others, try something new, get active or simply have some fun, there’s plenty to get involved in! 🚶‍♀️ 💃 💻

📖 View the full Seniors’ October programme online for event details and everything happening throughout October:
https://ageconcernkapiti.co.nz/

Please note, some events require registration.

30/09/2026

Today, 1 October, is International Day of Older Persons – a day to recognise and celebrate the contributions, experiences and value of older people in our communities, and the importance of supporting people to age well.

This year’s theme is “The Age of Longevity: Rethinking Systems for Longer Lives.”

Here at Age Concern Kāpiti, we’re marking the day with the start of Seniors’ October 2026 – a month of community-led events and activities, with opportunities to connect, learn, get active, try something new and have some fun!

📖 Check out the Seniors’ October programme booklet at https://ageconcernkapiti.co.nz/

30/09/2026

🎉 Seniors’ October 2026 starts tomorrow – here’s what’s on in Week 1!

Seniors’ October brings a month of community-led events and activities for older people across the Kāpiti Coast.

Whether you’re looking to connect with others, try something new, get active or simply have some fun, there’s plenty to get involved in!

📖 View the full Seniors’ October programme online for event details and everything happening throughout October:
https://ageconcernkapiti.co.nz/

Please note, some events require registration.

25/09/2026

Seniors’ October 2026 starts next week!

Have you checked out the programme yet?

There’s a great range of community-led events and activities happening across the Kāpiti Coast throughout October – opportunities to connect, learn, get active, try something new and have some fun.

📖 Pick up a Seniors’ October programme booklet from locations across Kāpiti, including local libraries and CABs, or view the programme online here: https://ageconcernkapiti.co.nz/

Have a look and start planning your October!

14/09/2026

🎉 Seniors’ October is back for 2026!

Age Concern Kāpiti, in partnership with Kāpiti Coast District Council, is delighted to announce the return of Seniors’ October – a month-long programme of community-led events and activities for older people across the Kāpiti Coast.

Seniors’ October runs 1–31 October, beginning on the International Day of Older Persons.

Throughout the month, local groups, clubs and organisations are offering a wide range of opportunities to connect, learn, get active, try something new and have some fun!

📖 The Seniors’ October 2026 programme is out now!

Pick up a free programme booklet from locations across Kāpiti, including local libraries and CABs, or view it online here:
https://ageconcernkapiti.co.nz/

Check out the programme and see what’s happening!

Thank you to Kāpiti Coast District Council, Age Concern New Zealand and the TG Macarthy Trust for supporting this project.

Age Concern Kapiti Provides information about services and activities to help older people maintain community links and to build friendships.

01/09/2026

Learn & Connect – September Session

Join us for our monthly Learn & Connect Session – free information sessions featuring presentations on a range of health, wellbeing, and practical topics.

Learn something new, enjoy a cuppa, and connect with others.

A big thank you to Tū Ora Compass Health for supporting these sessions.

September topics:

🩺Understanding and Managing Pain
Pain is complex, and chronic pain can have far-reaching consequences. Come along to learn more about pain and practical strategies to better manage it and get back to doing the things that matter to you. Presented by Nicola Dunford, Health Improvement Practitioner.

🧠Stroke: Signs, Risks and Prevention
One in four people will experience the devastating impact of a stroke, despite up to 90% of strokes being preventable. Join Emma from Stroke Aotearoa to learn about the basics of stroke, the signs to look out for, and steps we can take to reduce our risk.

Tuesday, 15 September 2026
10.30am – 12.30pm
Grace Hall, Kāpiti Impact Hub, 6 Tongariro Street, Paraparaumu

Places are limited - book your spot today!

📧Email: [email protected]
📞Phone: 04 298 8879

We'd love to see you there!

05/08/2026

Learn & Connect – August Session

Join us for our monthly Learn & Connect Session – free information sessions featuring presentations on a range of health, wellbeing, and practical topics.

Learn something new, enjoy a cuppa, and connect with others.

A big thank you to Tū Ora Compass Health for supporting these sessions.

August topics:

🌙 Getting Better Sleep
Lots of things can get in the way of a good night’s sleep, but there are also plenty of ways to support better sleep.
Come along to learn what normal sleep can look like as we get older, pick up practical ideas for improving your sleep, and explore alternatives to sleeping pills. We’ll also talk about how to get through the day after a rough night. Presented by HIP Emma Fromings.

📝 Making a Will
Speakers from Kāpiti Public Trust will share why having a will matters and guide you through how to get started with making one.

Tuesday, 18 August 2026
10.30am – 12.30pm
Waikanae Baptist Church Café, 286 Te Moana Road, Waikanae

Places are limited - book your spot today!

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞Phone: 04 298 8879

We'd love to see you there!

07/07/2026

Learn & Connect – July Session

Join us for our monthly Learn & Connect Session – free information sessions featuring presentations on a range of health, wellbeing, and practical topics.

Learn something new, enjoy a cuppa, and connect with others.

A big thank you to Tū Ora Compass Health for supporting these sessions.

July topic:

🌿 Feeling Worried or On Edge? Could It Be Anxiety?
As we get older, changes such as declining physical health, memory changes, or major life events can affect our confidence and sometimes lead to anxiety.

Come along to learn how to recognise the signs of anxiety, discover practical ways to calm worrying thoughts and ease tension, and find out how you can support a friend or family member who may be experiencing anxiety. Presented by HIP Emma Fromings.

Please note: There will not be a second guest speaker at the July session.

Thursday, 16 July 2026
1.30pm – 3.00pm
Grace Hall, Kāpiti Impact Hub, 6 Tongariro Street, Paraparaumu

Places are limited - book your spot today!

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 04 298 8879

We'd love to see you there!

19/06/2026

A huge thank you to all our amazing volunteers this National Volunteer Week! 💙

To our visitors, walkers, Steady As You Go helpers, office volunteers and board members – thank you for the time, care, experience and energy you bring to supporting older people across Kāpiti.

Your contribution helps older people stay connected, informed, active and engaged in our community. We are incredibly grateful for everything you do.

Thank you for making a difference! 🌟

Volunteering New Zealand