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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day The World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) happens each year on June 15th. It was officially recognized by the United Nations General Assembly in its resolution 66/127 , December 2011, following a request by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA), who...
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Who pays for dementia care in New Zealand?
If someone has been assessed as requiring dementia level care in New Zealand, they are responsible for paying, or contributing, towards the cost of that care. People with available funds will pay privately for this care; others will have the cost of care subsidised through government funding. For those who...
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If I live in a retirement village will I get access to the care home on-site? The truth is that if you need a high level of support and can no longer stay in your village unit, you are likely to be able to access care in the onsite care...
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I don’t own a driver’s licence. How can I prove my identity?
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1.2.U Mobility Aids - Mobility aids & useful products
Want mobility - AND golf..... Yes we are adding two variants of 1000W powerful big rigid frame mobiloity scooters - complete with larger tyres and golfbag carriers for those who fancy getting a round in all whilst enjoying a fantastically appointed scooter.
Nazareth Care - Respite / short term care
Day Care Program Are you an older person living at home but looking to spend some time with other like-minded people in a beautiful environment? Are you interested in participating in facilitated social activities, as well as enjoying a catered morning tea, lunch or afternoon tea on the day? Or...
Nazareth Care - Residential Care
Day Care Program Are you an older person living at home but looking to spend some time with other like-minded people in a beautiful environment? Are you interested in participating in facilitated social activities, as well as enjoying a catered morning tea, lunch or afternoon tea on the day? Or...
Remuera Gardens - Retirement Village
Design your next chapter Retirement decisions can feel like a big step, but Remuera Gardens can make the process easier. At our “Design Your Next Chapter” seminar, you’ll have the opportunity to talk directly with trusted retirement experts including a lawyer, financial adviser, downsizing and moving company, interior designer, and...