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What is a Residential Care Loan?
In order to receive subsidised residential care, you need to pass a financial means assessment. This involves an asset test. If owning your former home puts you over the Asset Threshold and your other assets are under it, you may be able to get a government funded Residential Care Loan...
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How do I find a dementia care home in New Zealand?
Use the Eldernet site where each level of care i.e., rest home, dementia, hospital and specialist hospital (psychogeriatric) care in Aotearoa New Zealand is shown. See: dementia level of care , select your region and find the facility that best meets your needs. If you urgently need to find a...
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How can I leave a retirement village? Can I change my mind?
You have the right to leave a retirement village whenever you choose but you need to be aware that there are costs associated when you do. Learn more about the costs of exiting a village. Remember: even after you sign an ORA, you have a ’15-day ‘cooling off’ period during...
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My family want me to move rest homes - what should I do?
Families generally have the best of intentions when it comes to where you live – they want to be nearer to you so they can visit more regularly or be closer whenever you need help. However, what is best for your family may not be the best thing for you....
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Pack My Home Movers - Downsizing & moving home
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Nadia’s Therapies - Complementary Services
New Client Discount New clients now receive $20 off their first session, making it easier for families to experience the comfort and support my services provide. This introductory offer is designed to help older adults feel at ease while trying bedside, in‑home, hospital‑level, respite, or palliative massage, reflexology, or lymphatic...
CBM Christian Blind Mission - Charitable Organisations
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