Services & Facilities

Library user

Wellington City Council has a variety of services and facilities for senior citizens that makes day-to-day living easier and more interesting as well as providing opportunities for personal growth and community participation.

Backdoor Rubbish Collection

The Council offers backdoor rubbish collection for a charge or free to residents who qualify.

Backdoor Rubbish Collection

Community Directory

The Community Directory provides information and contact details on senior citizen organisations, services and facilities.

Community Directory - Seniors

Community Centres

These wheelchair accessible facilities offer services and activities for senior citizens such as social groups and outings, and meals on wheels.

Community Centres

Libraries

The Council owns and manages 12 branch libraries which provide various services and facilities for senior citizens. All branches are wheelchair accessible.

• Wellington City Libraries - Information for Seniors
• Wellington City Libraries - Services for Customers with Disabilities

Leisure Card

This recreation discount scheme offers discounts of up to 50% at various locations in Wellington.

Leisure Card

Recreation Centres

The Council runs four recreation centres that provide sport and leisure activities for senior citizens.

Recreation Centres

Swimming Pools

Pool activity

The Council has five indoor swimming pools that offer classes:

• the Ezy Movers classes are particularly suitable for frail senior citizens
• aquajogging, which you can do in your own time and at your own pace, is suitable for all levels of fitness
• all learn-to-swim classes can be adapted to accommodate the needs of anyone frail.

Pools

More Information

Helen Young
Community Advisor - Seniors

Related Links

• Age Concern Directory - Seniors Discounts and Services in Wellington (451Kb PDF)
• Disability Services

Department Details:
City Communities