Support Groups
Parkinson’s – Tuesday Peer Support
Braintree Wellness Centre 70 Langdons Road, Christchurch, New ZealandFor people with Parkinson’s and their partners. Meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 11am- 12 pm at BrainTree
Coffee and a Walk
This is for people with Parkinson's and M.S. This group meets every Friday morning at 10 am in a variety of locations around Christchurch. They generally walk a flat, gentle loop back to a café. They are mindful of easy parking and access to toilets. The emphasis is on friendship and social connection. Everyone is…
Smyelin
Under The Red Verandah Café 502 Worcester Street, Linwood, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandThis is a peer support group for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) under 45 years old. Partners and support persons are also welcome to attend. Meetings are held on the fourth Saturday of each month from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Under The Red Verandah Café, located at 502 Worcester Street, Christchurch.
Rolleston MS Group
Robert Harris Rolleston 76 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston, Christchurch, Canterbury, New ZealandA group for people with MS who live in the Selwyn area. Meets fourth Tuesday of the month. Alternates meeting time between 9.30 am and 2.30 pm each month and moves location monthly. Facilitated by John Sloan
Coffee and a Walk
This is for people with Parkinson's and M.S. This group meets every Friday morning at 10 am in a variety of locations around Christchurch. They generally walk a flat, gentle loop back to a café. They are mindful of easy parking and access to toilets. The emphasis is on friendship and social connection. Everyone is…
Open Gym Lunch
Braintree Cafe 70 Langdons Road, Christchurch, New ZealandThis group is open to all people with MS & Parkinson’s who attend Open or Supported Gym.We meet every 1st Friday of the month at 11.30 – 12.30 in the BrainTree Café.
Rangiora Parkinson’s
Rangiora Health Hub 161 Ashley Street, Rangiora, Canterbury, New ZealandFor people with Parkinson’s and their spouses or partners. This group gathers on the first Monday of each month from 10 AM to 12 PM at the Rangiora Health Hub, located at 161 Ashley Street, Rangiora. The session is facilitated by Rob Whitmore.
Ashburton Parkinson’s Group
Black and White Coffee Cartel 70 Kermode Street, Ashburton, New ZealandFor individuals with Parkinson’s disease and their partners or spouses, meetings occur on the first Monday of each month at Black and White Coffee Cartel, located at 70 Kermode St, Ashburton. The group is facilitated by Daphne Hinton.
Parkinson’s Spouse/Partner Group
Braintree Wellness Centre 70 Langdons Road, Christchurch, New ZealandThis group is for partners and spouses of individuals with Parkinson’s. Meetings occur every first Tuesday of the month from 10 AM to noon at BrainTree, facilitated by Gaynor
Thursday Parkinson’s Group
Oderings Barrington 92 Stourbridge Street, Spreydon, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand +1 moreThis group is for individuals with Parkinson’s and their support person or spouse. It meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 11 am to noon at the London Canteen Café at Oderings in Barrington.
Coffee and a Walk
This is for people with Parkinson's and M.S. This group meets every Friday morning at 10 am in a variety of locations around Christchurch. They generally walk a flat, gentle loop back to a café. They are mindful of easy parking and access to toilets. The emphasis is on friendship and social connection. Everyone is…