Aspire Canterbury

22/09/2025

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21/09/2025

Want to know more about disability supports in the community? Want to connect with the local community? Aspire will be at the Selwyn Community Drop in Session on the 22nd October, at the Darfield Library from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Join Aspire, Parent to Parent and Enabling Good Lives Christchurch / Ōtautahi for any questions, or just to connect!

For more information phone 0800 225 57 or email EGLCinfo@msd.govt.nz

10/09/2025

Your voice matters! Join the community feedback session on the draft disability strategy organised by the Waitaha Regional Leadership Group.

Friday 12th September 2025
10am-12pm
Christchurch Multicultural Centre: 455 Hagley Ave

07/09/2025

Disability Defence classes start soon! Don’t let disability stop you from learning martial arts!
• Learn self defence
• Build confidence
• Get stronger
• Exercise your brain
Time: 10.30am - 11.30am
Day: Thursdays
(10 week term starting 2nd October)
Location: 107 Blenheim Road
Cost: $15pp per class
Call Chris on 027 424 6244 to book
or Nigel on 027 4333 543 to find out more!
No gear needed, support person welcome.

02/09/2025

Tunes of Today & Yesteryear!

An evening for people with Disabilities & Carers & Friends
Entertainment by guest DJ EMCEE & Marion Outlaws.

Easy Listening or come ‘Dancing’
WHEN: Friday 31 Oct & Saturday 1 Nov 2025
TIME: 7pm - 9:45pm
WHERE: Rangiora Baptist Church, 111 East Belt, Rangiora
ENTRY: $8 per person at the door. Bottles of soft drink $0.50 each,
supper provided*, plus spot prizes. *Sorry but we can’t cater for Special Dietary Needs.
RSVP: Numbers attending need to be confirmed to insure your entry to this event
by Friday 17 October please. If coming from out of town we can offer free
accomodation for people with a disability at the Woodend Christian Camp.
To RSVP/Book Accommodation: 03-313-8989, nandpthackwell@slingshot.co.nz

26/08/2025

The Aspire Shop will be closed tomorrow morning Wednesday the 27th August due to staff training.
We will be back in the shop tomorrow and ready to serve our community at 10:30am!

Ngā mihi 🌞🌟

20/08/2025

Disability Defence. Don’t let disability stop you from learning martial arts!
• Learn self defence
• Build confidence
• Get stronger
• Exercise your brain
Time: 10.30am - 11.30am
Day: Thursdays
(10 week term starting 2nd October)
Location: 107 Blenheim Road
Cost: $15pp per class
Call Chris on 027 424 6244 to book
or Nigel on 027 4333 543 to find out more!
No gear needed, support person welcome.

13/08/2025

Has completing a Will, an Enduring Power of Attorney (for Property), or creating a Family Trust been on your to do list but not sure where to start? The Waitaha Enabling Greater Lives (EGL) Regional Leadership Group is hosting a special FREE session designed for whānau/ family on how they can help protect the future well-being of disabled children.

Date: Tuesday 19th August 2025.
Time: 7 to 9pm.
Location: Phillipstown Community Hub (39 Nursery Road, Phillipstown).
Cost: FREE.

This session will cover:

how a will and trust can future proof the wellbeing of your disabled children;
how any non-disabled children's future well-being can also be catered for;
understanding welfare guardianship;
understand Enduring Power of Attorney and how to set it up; and
the different types of trust and who to choose as a trustee.

Has completing a Will, an Enduring Power of Attorney (for Property), or creating a Family Trust been on your to do list but not sure where to start? The Waitaha Enabling Greater Lives (EGL) Regional Leadership Group is hosting a special FREE session designed for whānau/ family on how they can help ...

12/08/2025

Join Southern Music Therapy for an uplifting celebration of music, creativity, and connection at The Sound of Us.

Tickets are just $5 each & can be purchased via their website - they will always keep their concerts accessible, should you have any concerns with the cost, please email info@smt.nz.
www.smt.nz/newsandevents - limited spaces available!

The Sound of Us – Concert 2025

Join us for an uplifting celebration of music, creativity, and connection at The Sound of Us. This heart-filled concert features original songs and favourite tunes performed by our wonderful clients & a special performance by our Music Therapists - what a treat! With every note and lyric, we share stories, joy, and the power of expression through music.

Come and experience the sounds that bring us together — a concert full of heart, community, and the unique voices that make us who we are.

Doors open - 12.30pm
Concert - 1pm - 2.30pm
Followed by a chat, cold drinks & snacks.
*20% discount on coffee at BrainTree Cafe if you mention SMT (open until 3pm).

Tickets are just $5 each & can be purchased via our website - we will always keep our concerts accessible, should you have any concerns with the cost, please email info@smt.nz.

www.smt.nz/newsandevents - limited spaces available!

12/08/2025

Christchurch is up next!

The ATSNZ Disability Expo is coming to Christchurch — and it’s your turn to explore the best in assistive technology, support services, and community connections.

🔶We will be there with our own stall, come and say hi! 🔶

✅ Discover products that make daily life easier
✅ Connect with experts & providers
✅ Free entry, free hot drink, and heaps to see!
📅 19–20 August
📍 Air Force Museum of New Zealand
🔗 Pre-register now for a free hot drink! www.atsnzexpo.nz

Real Solutions. Real Impact.

Looking for equipment, services, or support to make daily life easier?

Come to ATSNZ 2025 and explore:
🔹 Tech for independence
🔹 Products that promote mobility, comfort and dignity
🔹 Support networks and expert advice

This is the biggest assistive tech event in New Zealand — and it’s free to attend!

📍 Christchurch: 19–20 August
🔗 Secure your spot now: https://www.atsnzexpo.nz

11/06/2025

Don't miss out on the final event in our THRIVE 2025 series: “Reflections” on Monday 16 June, 10am–12pm at the Braintree Wellness Centre, Papanui.

This special panel chat is a chance to reflect on the journey so far and look ahead—together. We’ll discuss how we can continue to thrive as individuals and a community.

And the best news? Tickets for this final session are completely FREE!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, be inspired, and share your voice.

Register now: https://events.humanitix.com/thrive-25-db9acabv

We’d love to see you there.

05/06/2025

Aspire Canterbury is pleased to invite our supporters and funders to our AGM. 5pm on Thursday 26th June in the Ngahere Room at Braintree Wellness Centre. RSVP to manager@aspirecanterbury.org.nz