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4 hours ago - Christchurch
The Oaks - Care Apartments
Our Village Business and Care Manager, Karen Blackburn. Karen is also a Registered Nurse with previous experience as a Rural Nurse Specialist and holds a Masters of Health Practice. Redecoration of some rooms and the communal areas assures that there is a special room that can meet your needs while the amazing grounds and gardens give a pleasant place to chat or relax.
4 hours ago - Taupo
St Johns Wood Rest Home & Village - Rest Home Care
Our rest home is modern and spacious, all rooms catch the sun, the facility is warm and welcoming. Rooms are big all rooms have ensuites.
Eldernet Gazette
Our blog is a place where the serious and the frivolous meet. View the latest news and opinions from media sources around the country and from our resident and visiting guest authors.
8 hours ago
Covid-19 vaccine update: May 2021
May 2021 marks the beginning of third phase of the vaccine rollout. This means if you’re aged 65 or older, have relevant underlying health conditions or are disabled, you can expect to receive your vaccine from this month.
1 day ago
Kiwi company HT Systems uses tech to reduce carer injuries
HT Systems, a Christchurch-based tech company, has come up with an ingenious piece of equipment that could significantly reduce carer injuries.
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What is the maximum I should pay for residential care? I’ve hea...
Eldernet does not accept any responsibility for people taking action based on this information alone. Please therefore ensure that you seek the appropriate advice from Work and Income or your solicitor. There are a number of aspects to this question: The Maximum Contribution Additional services Those receiving a subsidy ‘Top up’ The ‘Maximum Contribution’ Those who have had...
What can I do to keep my mind active?
Mental fitness Remaining mentally fit is as important as physical fitness and often the two go hand in hand. Factors such as having regular physical exercise; staying well; seeing your doctor when you are unwell and having a good diet all contribute to good mental health. We can also exercise our mental health. ‘Use it or lose it’ still applies. There are a number of ways that the mind...
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