Senior friends - Companionship and care service

04/12/2025

Great news!

The government's planned rule changes strike a balance between residents' and operators' needs, the retirement commissioner says.

04/12/2025

Good evening everyone is anyone a daycare or school teacher locally who would love to get there class or preschoolers involved in making xmas cards or craft for the care homes.

We visit alot of the local care homes and I know personally from when my own daughter was young amd having got her wonderful teaches and pupils involved it can really brighten up someone's day.

Xmas can be a sad time for some people and we all know a little bit of kindness can go a long way.

Photo for attention ❤️🎅

02/12/2025

🎄 Supporting seniors & their families Over the Christmas Season 🎄

The holiday season can be a busy and emotional time, especially when you have a loved one living independently or in a care facility. At Senior Friends, we’re here to provide extra support so families can enjoy a much-needed break with peace of mind.

✨ Whether you’re going away or simply need additional help over Christmas, we offer:
• Welfare check-ins
• In-home support personal care, light home duties companionship and meaningful activities.
• Special outings tailored to your loved one’s interests
• Care-home visits to provide connection, comfort conversation, and festive cheer 🎅

🎁 Looking for a meaningful one-off Christmas gift?

We also offer Senior Friends Christmas Gift Vouchers — a thoughtful way to give a loved one extra support, companionship, or a special outing during the holiday season.

Our team ensures your loved one is well looked after throughout the festive period, so you can relax knowing they’re in caring hands ❤️

Please send us a message or visit our website for more information seniorfriendsagedcare.co.nz

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18/11/2025

A little bit of appreciation for a special team. We not only support and provide a caring senior friend to our clients. We build positive relationships and show our appreciation to the staff who make the care homes special. Big shout out to the Bupa Hugh Green team 💜💜💜

13/11/2025

I would like to share some valuable information on UTI's in elderly people

13/11/2025

Love this Kindness best

Every act of kindness creates a ripple that can inspire change. This World Kindness Day, join the DRT Society in spreading love, compassion, and positivity. Together, let's make the world a kinder place!

11/11/2025

Love this idea. We used to do around xmas time pimp my walker and then do a parade in the care home 🎅❤️

09/11/2025

Gentle outings for people living with dementia 🌸

I just wanted to reach out about outings with our clients in the community.

We support alot of people living with dementia. It can be quite overwhelming for our clients being in busy areas where there is lots happening and I think this is especially important given we are coming up to Christmas festivities.

It can be sensory load!

Ive listed a few different places which are more suitable if you have any particular locations in mind that are quiet and safe for our clients, please let me know as I will write up a list.

When someone is feeling a bit confused or agitated, a calm environment can make all the difference. Here are some lovely, low-stress places to visit where the focus is on comfort, connection, and peace of mind.

🏞️ Peaceful Outdoor Spots

Quiet local parks – visit mid-morning or early afternoon when it’s calm. Bring a picnic or some home baking to enjoy together.

Beaches on weekdays – gentle waves and sea air can be very soothing. Avoid weekends when it’s busy or noisy.

Botanical gardens or reserves – peaceful walks with plenty of seating and shade.

Community gardens – simple, familiar sights like flowers, herbs, and butterflies often bring back fond memories.

A scenic drive – short car trips through familiar neighbourhoods or coastal roads can be grounding and comforting.

☕ Calm Indoor Places

Cafés during quieter times – mid-afternoon is ideal when it’s less crowded. Choose spots with comfortable seating and soft music.

Libraries or community centres – quiet, relaxing spaces where you can sit and chat.

Small local museums – less busy and often full of familiar, nostalgic displays.

Art galleries during weekdays – peaceful and visual, without too much noise or confusion.

Garden centres are good during the week days only, think of the time of day (Avoid lunchtime and Tuesday - pension day).

💚 At-Home Alternatives

Set up a garden tea at home – some fresh air and a nice cuppa can work wonders.

Music and movement outdoors – gentle stretches or listening to familiar songs in the garden or on the deck.

Photo book time – look through old photos together in a calm setting to encourage conversation and connection.

Picking flowers, fruit or veges in the garden.

Pamper session outside.

These are all great activities to help make the people we support feel calm and safe.

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✨ Tip:

If someone is showing signs of agitation or confusion, try somewhere quiet and familiar. Avoid crowds, loud noises, or places with too much activity. The goal is not the outing itself, but creating a peaceful, meaningful moment together.

08/11/2025

Grateful for all the amazing staff and their quality care and resident focused activities at Fairview care home 💜💜💜

08/11/2025

Highly recommend Dementia New Zealand - Dementia stars education programme for anyone caring / supporting a person living with dementia.

Here at Senior friends - Companionship and care service We love implementing sensory enriched activities for our clients!

This webinar has valuable information and education about sensory enrichment for people living with dementia 💜

Watch the webinar presentation of Dementia STARs Module 2: Senses and Dementia