Services for older adults
Discover library services and useful information for older adults.
Technology Programmes - eKnow How
Audiobooks and eAudiobooks
We have a range of fiction and non-fiction audiobooks and talking books.
eAudiobooks
Streaming Video
Watch movies and documentaries for free.
eResources: Streaming video
Access Video
Beamafilm
Kanopy
New Zealand Geographic Archive
eBooks
Browse our collection of eBooks.
eBooks
eMagazines
Your library membership gives you access to hundreds of popular eMagazines covering a wide range of subjects. We have everything from the Economist to New Zealand Gardener! The eMagazines are replicas of current and print editions. You need to be a library member and have a password or PIN on your library card.
eMagazines
Large Print
We have a wide range of large print fiction and non-fiction books, as well as large print Reader's Digest magazines.
- Search our catalogue for books in large print.
- Find out what's new in large print from our new titles newsletters.
We also have a small selection of dementia-friendly books.
Large Print
Dementia-friendly books
Services for older adults
Find out how Christchurch City Libraries can support older adults who have difficulty accessing a library.
Services for older adults
GenConnect
Memory bags
Justices of the Peace (JPs)
Lifelong Learning and Recreation
Find out more about Lifelong learning.
Community connections for adults
These courses at our Learning Centres provide individuals and groups with hands-on skills in using information and communication technologies.
Older people
Search CINCH our community information directory for courses and organisations relevant to older people.
Library events calendar
Browse our calendar for events and classes.
Leisure clubs
Information from Christchurch City Council on recreation for older adults.
Useful websites for older adults
SuperSeniors
SuperSeniors is run by the Office for Seniors. It is a gateway to information on government services for anyone aged 65+.
Older persons' health
Health information from local health website HealthInfo, funded by the Canterbury DHB.
Age Concern NZ
Age Concern New Zealand is a charity dedicated to people over 65, their friends, and whānau.
Alzheimers NZ
Alzheimers NZ represents people living with dementia at a national level by raising awareness of dementia, providing information and resources, advocating for high quality services, and promoting research about prevention, treatment, cure and care.
Citizens Advice Bureau
CAB provides free, confidential, independent information and advice to anyone. They help people know what their rights are and how to access services they need.
Dementia New Zealand
Through awareness, education and support, Dementia New Zealand's mission to help improve the quality of life for those affected by dementia – not only individuals, but also their caregivers, whanau and support networks.
Eldernet New Zealand
Eldernet is a comprehensive information service focussed on issues concerning older people in New Zealand.
Greypower NZ
Grey Power is an advocacy organisation promoting the welfare and well-being of all those citizens in the 50 plus age group.
Live stronger for longer
Information on health and exercise for older people.
New Zealand Home & Community Health Association
The Association (HCHA) represents providers of home and community health services in New Zealand.
SeniorLine
Seniorline is a national information service to help older people and their whanau navigate the health system. It is funded by all 20 District Health Boards in New Zealand. Seniorline provides information to assist older people to make decisions about staying at home, support for carers and residential care.
Living in retirement - Sorted
Information from Sorted on how to manage your finances in retirement.
SuperGold Card
Information on the discounts and concessions card issued free to all eligible seniors and veterans.
Work and Income Senior Services
Information relating to superannuation, entitlements, work and income, financial means assessment and SuperGold cards.
