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Caring for ageing parents

There are lots of issues we face during life’s journey. Listen to Esther Perriam from Eldernet offer a different perspective on this common and important topic. Find out about the things that are often not talked about. Note: An advertisement will play prior to the podcast.

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How the system works
Who is NZ's Retirement Commissioner and what is their role?

The Retirement Commissioner in New Zealand is a government-appointed position as part of Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission. The role is responsible for advocating for the interests of older people in relation to retirement income policies (such as New Zealand’s NZ Super pension scheme), services and products. The current...

Home & community
How can I stay as independent as possible?

There are many factors that help us stay independent, but one of the biggest is having meaningful relationships. These can be with family/whānau, friends, community groups, pets or even places that are important to you. Meaningful connections help keep you in a good mental space, so you can continue doing...

Residential care
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...

Home & community
I want to continue working past 65. What are my options?

Working past 65 is fast becoming the norm in New Zealand; in fact, almost half of people aged between 65 – 69 are still in paid employment in New Zealand. People will have their own reasons for wanting to work into their later years; for some it’s about contributing their...

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What's New

Curious about what’s happening in the Eldernet community? This is where you’ll find the latest updates and news from people across the motu.

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29 minutes ago - Invercargill
Rose Lodge - Retirement Village

Rose Lodge Takes Home Two Awards It was a big night for Alden Rose Lodge at the Enliven Rest Homes Wearable Arts Event, and the judges (and the crowd) certainly noticed. Vee was voted People’s Choice, wearing a Queens Park-inspired gown made with flowers. Daphne received Highly Commended Construction for...

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5 hours ago - Christchurch
Nurse Maude Health & Mobility Shop - Mobility aids & useful products

Sock Assist $25.00 Putting on socks doesn't need to be a bother with the Sock Assist! Simply thread the sock on the aid and use the straps to pull up your foot- No more cold feet.

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