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It is not easy hearing that others want you to make a potentially life changing decision. It is likely that there has been an event or events that have led to this situation. Showing yourself to be willing to listen to all perspectives and medical advice before deciding what to...

A recent assessment shows that my relative who I care for now needs to go to a dementia care home. What about me? What do I need to do? As you are the carer it is likely you will have been aware of the changes for your relative over time....

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 to cover your fees. Applications are considered case by case, are discretionary and must fit the scheme’s criteria. You will...

Income and asset testing refers to a financial assessment undertaken by those who require residential care and who: are unable to afford to pay the required fees and need to apply for a Residential Care Subsidy (RCS), those who are close to this position or, those who require clarification as...

Before you get your heart set on any particular village or unit, spend plenty of time asking around (including asking friends who have done their own homework or who have perhaps moved into a village) and studying your options. Examine all the legal and financial arrangements of each of the...

Buying into a village is different to purchasing a house. For the majority of villages, you do not ‘own’ it or the land it’s on (as you might own a house elsewhere). The sum you pay to 'buy' into the village is known as your Capital Contribution. An Occupation Right...

VILLAGE LIFE - find out more on https://www.eldernet.co.nz/retirement-villages ⇒ Is it easy for loved ones to visit? Can your friends/whānau (such as grand­children) stay? If so, for how long? ⇒ Is the village close to services that are important to you? Your GP/local healthcare, church, clubs, or shops? ⇒ What...

Moving into a care home can have a negative effect on some people. Providing a listening ear, being understanding and empathetic, encouraging her to make small decisions, giving her time to adjust, and having a radar that is alert to issues that need to be addressed, will go a long...

Evidence shows that we are the people we are, due to a range of factors including our genes, the environment and circumstances that have impacted on us over our lifetime. The video Social Determinants of Health helps us understand some of these factors.

What community means is a big subject. For some it means very little and for others it’s a daily lived experience. It is something we're likely to have to consider as our health system changes. We'll talk about this more as things become clearer. The video The Social Fabric Project...

While there are many factors that help us stay independent one of the biggest is having meaningful relationships. These relationships include people, pets and places. Meaningful relationships keep us in a good mental space so that we can do all the other things that help us maintain our independence. Since...

A premium room (or a room that has premium accommodation charges) is a room that has features that are NOT required under the Age Related Residential Care Agreement (ARRC) (i.e., they are over and above the standard features and services). Important: Those who pay for premium accommodation do not get...

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...

For many New Zealanders, there is a significant cost barrier to accessing the internet. It is estimated that approximately 130,320 homes across New Zealand don’t have an internet connection. Skinny Jump: Skinny Jump is an initiative by the Spark Foundation that provides subsidised broadband services to eligible New Zealanders who...

Giving up a caregiving role is difficult. You’ve probably invested a lot of physical and emotional energy in supporting your spouse/partner, relative or friend to remain at home for as long as possible. When the decision is made to go into a care home you may experience conflicting feelings –...

Levels of care are essentially types of residential care in New Zealand for older adults. D6 is an older term that may still be used in parts of the South Island to refer to Psychogeriatric Specialist Hospital level of care. Currently there are four ‘levels of care’ in NZ. They...

Hospital care (Aged Residential Care) is provided for those who have a significant disability and medical concerns. Most require the assistance of two people to move about. This type of hospital care is different to services provided at New Zealand's public hospitals. Find hospital level of care for older people...

The Residential Care Subsidy is financial assistance that may be available for those over 65 needing residential care and who meet eligibility criteria (including health and financial criteria). NOTE: It is distinct from the Residential Support Subsidy that may be available for those under 65. The Residential Care Subsidy –...

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 identified. Select hospital level of care and find the facility that best meets your needs. If you urgently need to find a hospital provider that has...

All psychogeriatric facilities in Aotearoa New Zealand are listed on the Eldernet site. Find vacancies in these facilities HERE Make sure to select your region or zoom into your area on the map. For more information about residential care For: an overview of residential care For: details of all residential...