Transport
Changes to Kapiti bus services
Metlink have recently reviewed Paraparaumu, Raumati and Waikanae bus services, with the aim of improving access to public transport and encouraging greater use of bus services.
Please see the latest news page for more details.
Kapiti Community & Health Transport Service to Hospital
Tel: (04) 298 4316
The Red Cross working with the Kapiti Community Transport Steering Group is now operating a Monday to Friday Door to Door Kapiti Community & Health Transport Service for Kapiti people so they can get to hospital appointments at Kenepuru Community Hospital and the Wellington Regional Hospital. This service is working with Kapiti Community Transport Steering Group in collaboration with Kapiti Carers and other services listed.
How Do I Make A Booking? – Ring the Kapiti Transport Coordinator, Deanne Tel: (04) 298 4316. People can also leave a message on the answer-phone. Deanne is in the office Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm. Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance but people should book the Kapiti shuttle van as soon as they receive their hospital appointment.
Am I Eligible? – The service is for Kapiti people with a hospital appointment who, due to lack of financial resources, an inability to use public transport or, having no support people/family able to assist them with private transport and/or find it difficult to arrange or pay for transport.
Kapiti people attending appointments at Kenepuru Community Hospital and Wellington Regional Hospital can request their appointments be between 10am and 3pm. There may be times when appointments cannot be scheduled during these hours or hospital staff making the appointment is not aware of the agreement.
Is There A Charge To Travel On the Kapiti Shuttle Van? – There is no charge for travelling on the Kapiti shuttle van but a donation or koha is very much appreciated to keep the van operating. A receipt will be provided if required.
Who Drives The Kapiti Shuttle Van? – Volunteer drivers who have been trained to meet Red Cross requirements drive the Kapiti shuttle van. If people are interested in being trained to be a Kapiti Transport volunteer driver contact Deanne Coulter Tel 04 2984316.
How Often And Where Does The Kapiti Shuttle Van Operate? - The Kapiti shuttle van operates Monday to Friday. It seats 7 people and has storage room for 1 folding wheelchair. The Kapiti shuttle van will pick people up and drop people back off at their home anywhere between Pekapeka and Paekakariki.
What Is The Difference Between This Transport Service And Kapiti Carers? This transport service is for people of all ages who are more mobile, are independent and meet the eligibility criteria. Kapiti Carers provide their service to primarily older people who need to be assisted and supported before and during their hospital appointment.
If I live in Ōtaki and have a hospital appointment at Kenepuru Community Hospital or Wellington Regional Hospital can I use the van? - Yes, if you can manage to arrange transport to and from Waikanae, Ōtaki people can be picked up by the Kapiti shuttle van opposite Woolworths, at the public bus stop in Ngaio Street, Waikanae.
Can I bring my children or support person? – Yes, depending on the bookings for that trip child/ren and a support person are welcome. A child car restraint may be available.
Can I use this service if my child has a hospital appointment? – Yes, a parent or caregiver can access the Kapiti shuttle van with their child/ren.
Is There Anything Else I Should Know? – Yes, the Kapiti shuttle van may sometimes connect with the Capital & Coast District Health Board (CCDHB) Transport Shuttle that leaves and returns hourly from Kenepuru Community Hospital and Wellington Regional Hospital. The Transport Service Coordinator will advise people if the Kapiti shuttle van is connecting and will book people on the CCDHB shuttle both ways and arrange for the Kapiti shuttle van to connect back at Kenepuru to pick up and drop people off at home in Kapiti.
Are There Any Other Transport Options If I Am Not Eligible? – Yes, there are and they are listed below.
If you need to travel to any hospital in the Wellington region there is now a public transport brochure that identifies the public transport options available.
Tel Metlink 0800 801 700 txt: BUS (287) or TRN (876) or download the information from the website www.metlink.org.nz.
Kapiti Carers have volunteer drivers who provide transport especially for older people that need support and assistance. A donation of $20.00 (Kenepuru) and $40.00 (Wellington) is appreciated. Paraparaumu Tel 04 9022839 Waikanae Tel 04 2936349
There is a Free CCDHB shuttle service from Kenepuru Community Hospital to Wellington Regional Hospital for patients, caregivers and visitors. The shuttle service departs hourly Monday to Friday 7am to 6pm. Bookings are required up to one hour before travel, seats are limited. Shuttle vans are not wheelchair accessible if one is required ring 24 hours in advance and discuss when booking.
Tel 04 385-5999, Ext 7088 www.ccdhb.org.nz/patient/shuttle.htm.
Cancer Society Wellington provides local volunteer transport for referred cancer patients for hospital treatment and appointments at Wellington Regional Hospital and Kenepuru Community Hospital. Donations are appreciated. Tel 04 2988514
Kapiti Public Buses (Route 71) now travels to the Kapiti Health Centre. This service is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Alverno Retreat Trust provides a van with a wheelchair hoist for family to use. The van can transport 3 passengers. A donation is required. Tel 04 2933203
Transit Care provides pre-arranged private ambulance transport for non-ambulatory patients in the Wellington region. This is a user pays service available 24/7.
Tel 0508-633427
Horowhenua Community Health Shuttle Service is operating five days per week from Levin to Palmerston North Hospital. The fee is a donation, envelopes and a donation box is available on the shuttles. Bookings are desirable.
Tel 06 368 5519 or 027 4454848
Ōtaki RSA coach is available to all financial members: Contact Tony King
Tel 06 3646221
Cancer Society Manawatu provides volunteer transport for referred cancer patients for appointments and treatment. Donations are appreciated. Contact Yvonne Norfolk
Tel 0800 366689
Te Rūnanga o Raukawa provides transport for iwi registered clients and whanau. Contact Wene Bevan Tel 06 3640227
Ōtaki Arthritis and Stroke Support Groups provides volunteer drivers for their members, a wheelchair can be provided. Donations are appreciated. Contact Gloria Simpson Tel 06 364 6883
Ōtaki Information Centre arranges bookings for commercial transport services including rail and buses. Tel 06 3647620
National Travel Assistance Scheme provides financial assistance to people who are referred by their specialist to see another specialist, and need to travel long distances, or travel frequently. To find out if you are eligible contact the Ministry of Health, National Travel Assistance. Tel 0800 281222 (press 2)
For health information:
Horowhenua Health www.centralhealth.org.nz.
Kapiti Health www.kapitihealth.org.nz.
The Kapiti Community & Health Transport Steering Group
Kapiti Community Health Group
Red Cross
Kapiti Coast District Council
Kapiti Carers
Cancer Society
Ōtaki Returned Services Association
Ōtaki Community Development Scheme
Meals on Wheels
Total Mobility Taxis
Ōtaki Arthritis and Stroke Groups
Hora Te Pai
Kapiti Returned Services Association
Age Concern
Mary Potter Hospice
Grey Power
Ōtaki Health Transportation Steering Group
Kapiti Primary Health Organisation
Kapiti Community Health Group
P O Box 593, Paraparaumu
Kapiti Health Centre
Warrimoo Street
Paraparaumu
04 2986917
office@kapitihealth.org.nz
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Free Shuttle Bus between Kenepuru and Wellington Hospitals
For outpatients and visitors
Service leaves both sites on the hour
Monday - Friday from 7am - 6pm
Bookings essential - 0800 999 442
ask for Kenepuru orderlies on ext 7100
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Take the Bus to the Kapiti Health Centre
Public buses on Paraparaumu beach route 71 now stop and pick up at the Kapiti Health Centre
Monday to Friday
Between 8.30am and 4.30pm
For timetable and route information, click here or phone Metlink 0800 801 700
For further information contact
(04) 298 6917 office@kapitihealth.org.nz www.kapitihealth.org.nz
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