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Our recent online Scam Quiz results show that participants are well aware of the dangers posed by scammers. With over 95% of the 169 participants passing the quiz with scores above 50%, it’s clear that people are becoming more scam-savvy. Impressively, nearly half of those who took part achieved a perfect score of 100, and

Recently, Kiwibank advised its customers that the banking industry is working to develop and launch a “Confirmation of Payee” service to avoid making payments to scammers. The service checks whether the account name matches the account number of the person or business you are paying before you push the button to make the payment. The

KIA ORA Welcome to another edition of our newsletter. We hope your week has started well. It’s been a significant last few weeks with the tangi of Kīngi Tūheitia Pōtatau Te Wherowhero VII, and the anointing of his daughter Ngā Wai Hono i te Pō as the new Māori Queen. What a moving sight it

A recent training session for staff at Age Concern Wellington Region caused me to adjust one of my innate or unconscious biases, and review some of the others. Abby and Heather from the Positive Speakers Bureau addressed us on HIV awareness with particular attention to ageing with HIV through their involvement with Positive Women Inc.

“In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” If you are a homeowner, this of course includes rates. The common theme about rates this year has been the significant increases in levy rates set by most local councils in the Wellington Region. The recent rates notices have caused concern for some sections of

Some people age in a healthy way while others don’t. Researchers at the Canadian McMaster Institute for Research on Aging contend that good heart health can ease the challenges of aging. This is backed up by similar studies in the England and Scotland based on the UK Biobank. The results stem from a Canadian longitudinal

At Age Concern Wellington Region, we enjoy partnering with many different organisations around the Region. Recently, we were pleased to be able to offer all our wonderful volunteers and Companion Services clients an opportunity to attend the Orpheus Choir concert on 24 August at a discounted price. The Orpheus Choir offered all our volunteers a

KIA ORA A few shy daffodils are appearing: spring must be around the corner, but it’s still cold at night. We hope you’re keeping warm and healthy. Thanks for sharing a few minutes of your day with us. Please give us a call on 04 499 6646 or email if you would like to

KIA ORA Welcome to another edition of our newsletter. We have some fantastic events coming up – including guided tours of Pukeahu National War Memorial Park and a Curious Conversation with Brad Cohen – Director of the New Zealand Opera. Don’t miss out! Read the full newsletter here

Age Concern Wellington Region offers personalised tech support for seniors at various events across the Wellington Region. In March, staff and volunteers dedicated a day to assist seniors in Epuni, Lower Hutt, where participants brought their smartphones, laptops, and tablets, often accompanied by a lengthy list of questions.  “I’m just so worried about losing my

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or “winter blues” is a form of depression that can occur with the change of season, from autumn to winter. Most people tend to change their behaviour during the colder months, hibernating at home and possibly feeling less energetic, which is natural. SAD is a step up from that, it can

Welcome to another edition of our newsletter. We hope you’re having a good day despite the cold weather. In two days, it will be the shortest day of the year – then we’ll be heading towards longer days and Spring won’t be far away.   This newsletter is full of news, events, and useful information. Thanks