What We Do

How Doors to Dignity Makes a Difference

Doors to Dignity, led by the Christchurch Methodist Mission, is a nationwide initiative dedicated to addressing the housing and wellbeing crisis facing older New Zealanders. By bringing together advocacy, collaboration, and meaningful community engagement, we aim to create lasting change. Our vision is for every older person to have not only a safe and secure place to call home, but also the dignity, respect, and peace of mind they deserve in their later years.

Ensuring all older people are housed well

Recent News

Older Renters Share Their Stories

CMM's Wesley Village residents shared their housing struggles in a recent Stuff article

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Retirement Commissioner Backs Petition

Retirement Commissioner Jane Wrightson is backing our petition calling for action to address the housing crisis facing older people

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Panel Discussion on Solutions to the Older Persons Housing Crisis

On October 9th the Christchurch Methodist Mission hosted a panel discussion on solutions to the older persons housing crisis

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