Enliven Day Programmes

Connection, Companionship and Care

Discover Enliven Day Programmes across the lower North Island. Offering social activities, wellbeing support, and respite for carers in a safe, welcoming environment.
Enliven Day Programmes

What are Day Programmes?

Enliven Day Programmes give older people the chance to get out, connect with others, and take part in meaningful activities in a safe, supportive setting. For many, it’s a way to maintain independence and build friendships, while whānau and carers enjoy valuable respite knowing their loved one is well cared for.
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Enliven Day Programmes

Benefits for Elders

Our programmes support physical, social and emotional wellbeing. From gentle exercise and mobility work to creative arts, music, games and shared kai, every session is designed to keep minds and bodies active and to encourage laughter and joy.
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Enliven Day Programmes

Support for Whānau

Caring for an older family member can be rewarding but demanding. Day programmes provide regular, reliable breaks so you can rest, work or take time for yourself, with peace of mind that your loved one is enjoying companionship and professional support.
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Find a programme near you

Enliven Day Programme Locations

Whanganui

Kōwhai Centre

88 Virginia Road

Kōwhai Centre's Day Programme creates a welcoming space where you can socialise, stay active and enjoy experiences designed around your interests. Whether you're looking to get out more often, or your family is seeking reliable daytime support, we're here to help.

Led by trained diversional therapists, each session is held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:30am–3:30pm and is tailored to what the group enjoys most. You'll find games, exercise, music, local outings, special celebrations, and share morning tea and lunch together.

Community funding is available, referrals and private payment are also welcome.  
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Paraparaumu

Kāpiti Cottage

14 Tongariro Street

Enliven’s activity programme in Paraparaumu provides a friendly, relaxed and fun place to socialise and keep active.

The programme has been designed for older people, particularly those experiencing health issues, memory loss or dementia. Our programme is person-centred, flexible and responsive. It’s developed and run by experienced diversional therapists.

The Kāpiti Activity Programme runs Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm, and transport to and from the programme can sometimes be arranged.

Community funding is available, referrals and private payment are also welcome.  
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Lower Hutt

Woburn Riddiford Club

57 Wai -iti Crescent

Enliven’s Day Programmes are important for the happiness, companionship, and overall wellbeing of each attendee, allowing rest for families too. 

Designed for people living in their own homes or with family, the programme gives you a chance to get out of the house and for your family or carers to take a break.

Activities are tailored to the group’s interests and are flexible enough to happen in a way that suits you. 

Woburn Riddiford Day Programme runs Monday to Friday, 10am to 2.30pm. Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea is provided and transport can be arranged.

 

Community funding is available, referrals and private payment are also welcome.  
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Specialist Dementia Day Services

We also offer specialist day programmes for people living with dementia. These tailored sessions provide stimulating, structured activities in a secure environment, supporting dignity, confidence and a strong sense of belonging.
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 "If you're caring for someone and would like them looked after while you have time out, I can assure you your loved one will be very well cared for here”. 
 "I love coming to Woburn’s Day Support Programme. The staff are friendly and invite you to do things like knitting, play word games, socialise with Bingo or bowls, that you might never have had the time or confidence to do. I love coming”. 
"One of the best things is you get to choose what you'd like to do. Activities include every type of game you could imagine: music, gentle exercise, and social outings."  
“Family caregivers are under immense pressure, often with little opportunity for respite. At the same time, people living with dementia can become very isolated. Day programmes offer companionship for participants, while giving whānau the peace of mind that their loved one is supported.” 
 "I look forward to coming to the Woburn Day Programme, it gives me a sense of family. At home, I’m isolated and lonely. Here, I do things, dress up and have fun.”
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