Welcome to the Chris Ruth Centre
We provide a high quality and individualised community-oriented service for people over 18 years of age with complex needs.
We support individuals to complete meaningful activities, of their own choice, in a respectful and enjoyable way, which enhances their holistic programme as reinforced by the Enabling Good Lives principles.
Promoting a good life for adults with disabilities.
OUR MISSION – Valuing the uniqueness of each person, through enriching programmes, which are interwoven with community connections – whanaungatanga.
Enhancing opportunities, Embracing potential
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Activities at the local Bunnings
Last month the Chris Ruth centres came together for an activity at Bunnings Riccarton. They had lots of fun getting involved in the activity, decorating a pot and potting it. The opportunity for the people we support is incredible, not only do they get to participate in an organised activity in the community, it is
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Mural project at Kaiapoi CRC
On Thursday 26th February we held the unveiling of the Mural project at the Chris Ruth Centre in Kaiapoi. The weather held out while we celebrated this wonderful project funded by Creative New Zealand through the Waimakariri District Council. We are grateful for their support and thank you to Jackie Watson- Creative Communities representative, Martin
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Creative Art Projects for the Centres
The funding received last year from Frozen Funds Charitable Trust for art and craft supplies has been greatly appreciated. They have given the centres the opportunity to get creative within the centres, with individuals completing their own projects or a group activity. The guided hands by ImaginAble Solutions have been a fantastic resource to have!
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People for Us
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St. Patrick’s Day Ball- Saturday 14th March 2026
We are excited to let you know that tickets to SECT’s Annual St Patrick’s Day Ball are up!Spaces are limited and we suggest you get in quick! Come along for a night of dressing up, dancing to live music, $2 Raffles, Photobooth, seeing friends and sharing some yummy nibbles. St Patrick’s Day Ball 2026Saturday 14th
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Enabling Good Lives- Community Drop-in Session in Selwyn
The Enabling Good Lives Christchurch team is excited to let you know about our upcoming Community Drop-in Session in Selwyn! This is a chance for anybody to come along and ask questions or find out more about what Enabling Good Lives Christchurch are doing. Some of our friendly team will be at each session to
What We Do
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Enabling Good Lives
We embed the Enabling Good Lives Principles and aim to uphold these with the individuals whom we exist to serve.…
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Individualised Programmes
The overall philosophy and practice is to ensure people have interesting, full and meaningful lives. Our programmes have two major…
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School Leaver Transitioning
Transitioning From School To Day Activities. This can be a daunting process but we aim to make this as easy…