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Residential care
What is a care suite?
A care suite (sometimes also known as a care apartment) is generally a retirement village offering with care components governed by the Age-Related Residential Care (ARRC) Agreement. It offers the same type of care as a care home and is bound by the same rules. As this is a type...
Financial & legal issues
Care home or more home support? Considerations & scenarios.
These decisions can be complex so, after you've thought through what some acceptable options are for you, we advise that you obtain professional financial and legal advice. If you stay at home, are all the support services you require available? If you intend to pass on some inheritance, some of...
Equipment & technology
Am I eligible for a medical alarm?
In New Zealand, there is a cost to rent and monitor a medical alarm and the weekly charge to monitor a medical alarm varies between suppliers. Provided you are eligible for the special Disability Allowance the cost of renting a medical alarm may be fully funded. The medical alarm has...
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Radius St Allisa - Residential Care
A Hidden Sanctuary in the Heart of the City Imagine standing in the heart of busy Upper Riccarton surrounded by schools, supermarkets, and the constant rhythm of the city. Cars passing, people rushing, life moving fast… And then, you step through our gates. Suddenly, everything softens. The noise fades into...
Kowhainui Home - Residential Care
Kōwhai Centre Day Programme Kōwhai Centre's Day Programme creates a welcoming space where you can socialise, stay active and enjoy experiences designed around your interests. Whether you're looking to get out more often, or your family is seeking reliable daytime support, we're here to help. Led by trained diversional therapists,...
Kāpiti Cottage Day Programme - Day & social programmes
Pottery classes with The Shed Project The trial was popular and now, we have a regular 4 week course of pottery making with our neighbours, The Shed Project, teaching classes at the Cottage. Call Gloria to find out more.
Nurse Maude Health & Mobility Shop - Mobility aids & useful products
Brolly Sheets - Chair Protectors $22.50-$79.95 Protect your furniture from leaks and spills all while being discreet! Several size options to suit car, Lounge chair, couch, lazy boy etc.