Shanti Niwas (a peaceful place) Charitable Trust Inc. provides and promotes culturally appropriate Positive Ageing programmes and social support services for the well being and enhancement of quality of life for senior citizens living in the Auckland and Counties Manukau region.

The Trust runs need based programmes 4 days every week for lonely, socially isolated seniors which give them opportunities to participate in various cultural social, physical, educational and spiritual activities. Every Tuesday and Wednesday the programmes are organised for seniors living in the Central Auckland area. . Every Thursday the programmes are organised for seniors living in the Counties Manukau area. The social interaction helps to reduce loneliness, raise self esteem and confidence, as well as help them integrate into New Zealand Society.

The Trust also runs the programme on weekly basis for people with disabilities. The aim is to maximise the independence and improve the quality of life. This particular programme runs in collaboration with Stroke Foundation Auckland