Waltham Community Cottage is a registered charitable trust operating from a Christchurch City Council owned property. Community members refer to us as 'a big functional family.'
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A safe place for the community to share resources, develop friendships, access friendly, professional staff for advocacy, coaching, guidance and referrals. To alleviate loneliness, isolation and grow confidence, self-sufficiency and empowerment.
Opportunities - to participate in small groups such as ukulele, Falls Prevention, school holiday programmes and weekly community lunches.
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Organisations, companies and individuals contribute financially or by donating expertise, goods or services. We are very fortunate to receive invaluable funding from the following organisations.
With their support we are able to cover the day-to-day running costs of the Cottage.
Our mission statement is a ‘vibrant place of hope and connection, standing tall, reaching all.’ An extension of our focus is on people’s well-being. When well-being is experienced, people begin to thrive and create their own opportunities. We support people's well-being in our open, safe and friendly environment.
What we offer
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Advocacy and support with personal issues
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A listening ear
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Opportunity to make connections with people in the community
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Assistance in compiling a CV and job seeking support
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Children's after school guitar lessons
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Steady As You Go group
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The Cottage Sisterhood (women supporting women) meets weekly
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Seniors foot clinic - every 6 weeks - contact office for bookings
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Inexpensive used clothing and bric-a-brac
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Email and internet access - internet cafe
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Seniors group - meet 2nd Thursday of each month
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Free wholesome lunch (every Wednesday)
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Ukulele class - koha
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A room for community groups after hours - contact office
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Annual seed and seedling swap
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WCC Wahine Wellness Group (Thursday 10 am-11 am)
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Free bread
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Hairdresser every 6 weeks
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Men's group (men supporting men) Meets every 2 weeks
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Games afternoon (last Thursday of the month)
