Older Driver Workshops
Keeping your confidence on the road
Staying Safe Driving workshop
This is a classroom-based workshop that offers a road rule refresher. Led by a qualified driving instructor, it covers all the basic road rules as well as offering drivers the chance to ask questions.
Upcoming dates and locations for Staying Safe Driving:
Thursday 8th May, 2025, 9.30 am to 12pm, at the Cancer Society, 102 Hardy Street, Nelson.
To book your spot, fill in the form below.
Life without a car
Living without a car doesn’t have to limit your activities or prevent you from enjoying life.
We can help you stay mobile even when you are no longer driving. Come along and find out how to maintain your independence and freedom.
Courses coming up are:
Tuesday 15th April, 1.30 to 3pm, The Wood Retirement Village, 156 Milton Street, The Wood, Nelson.
NB: Free transport to the venues is available - please ask when booking
CarFit
CarFit helps you be safe and comfortable in your own car.
Trained volunteers and an Occupational Therapist can make adjustments to your car so that you are in the best position physically to drive safely, have the greatest range of vision and can access all the controls. They will also answer any questions you may have around mobility and driving. Booking are essential.
Our next courses coming up are:
Saturday 5th April at the Positive Ageing Expo, between 10am and 2pm. Headingly Centre, Headingly Lane, off Lower Queen Street, Richmond
Friday 27th June, between 10am and 30pm at Saxton Suburbs football carpark, Saxton field, Stoke.
NB: Each CarFit takes 20 minutes so booking a time is essential.
