Take the residents of Ashwood Park Retirement Village for an outing on the Trishaw (tricycle rickshaw, also known as a cycle-rickshaw or pedicab). This is a wonderful way of getting your exercise for the week and supporting elderly residents to take outings.
To check out what a trishaw looks like, check out this video: https://youtu.be/D7RiaBL0v5o?t=46 or go here: https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/well-good/85257131/arvida-trishaw-unveiled-at-ashwood-park-retirement-village-in-blenheim
Volunteers are needed particularly for summertime mornings.
There are two set routes to take and full training on how and where to ride will be provided.
The trishaw does have a power-assist to make cycling easier but it is a requirement for volunteers in this role to be reasonably physically fit.
The only other requirement is that volunteers should have an awareness of basic road rules and knowledge of road safety.
Benefits/rewards: Knowing that you are brightening residents' days and supporting them to enjoy the outdoors.
Physical fitness
Road safety knowledge
Volunteers must be 16 or older
Mostly mornings, weekdays
Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below.
We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
Companionship