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Residential care
What is the Maximum Contribution?
Everyone in a certified and contracted care home is required to pay for their accommodation and services. If you have little to no assets the government uses your NZ Super to pay for your care. If you have assets and/or income over the required thresholds, you are required to contribute/pay...
Home & community
How often should I have a health check?
Opinions vary as to how often you should have these but once a year is a common standard for older people. Those who keep well are obviously not going to need to see their health advisor as often as someone who has more complex health needs, so the first step...
Residential care
Can I transfer to a care home in a different region?
You can transfer to a rest home in another region of New Zealand if you choose to. In certain situations, you may have to transfer if your care needs change and the home you currently reside in does not offer the level of care you require. Before you transfer, you...
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