Wellby – Community Wellbeing Support in Nelson Tasman
Wellby is a community wellbeing programme delivered by Volunteer Nelson, supporting people across the Nelson Tasman region to connect with local services, community groups, and wellbeing resources. If you’re looking for wellbeing support in Nelson Tasman, want to meet new people, or need help finding the right service, Wellby offers a simple, friendly, and welcoming starting point.
What is Wellby?
Wellby makes it easier to access local community support and improve your overall wellbeing through relaxed, informal connections. Wellby supports:
- Mental health and wellbeing
- Social connection and community belonging
- Access to local support services and organisations
- Everyday wellbeing needs
- Nelson Tasman Community Wellby Talking Cafés
Whether you’re new to the area or just looking to reconnect, Wellby helps you find the right support pathway.
Find a Wellby Talking Café
One of the best ways to experience Wellby is by visiting a Wellby Talking Café. These are held monthly in various local venues around Nelson Tasman, hosted in collaboration with Volunteer Nelson, Age Concern and local libraries. From June 2026, these will be in Stoke, Richmond, Moutueka, Tapawera and Takaka.
These free, monthly drop-in sessions are held at various local venues across:
- Nelson
- Richmond
- Motueka
- Tapawera
- Takaka
At a Talking Café, you can:
- Have a relaxed conversation over coffee
- Learn about local services and support
- Meet others in your community
- Get guidance from a friendly Wellby host
Find a Talking Café near you:
Visit the official website: Wellby
Or follow updates on Facebook
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