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Changes to Disability Funding

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Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People has announced changes to disability funding that affects many disabled people and family carers. Carers NZ is working with other not for profits, Whaikaha,…

Carers NZ around the motu

Carers NZ will be talking to carers around Aotearoa New Zealand in the coming months. It will be nice to see each other in person for sharing, connection, nibbles and…

HELP AND ADVICE for extreme weather events

Recent floods and cyclones have shown us how vulnerable we can be in periods of extreme weather. Here’s some info on who to contact in case of extreme weather events:…

Infometrics Report – Economic Contribution of Caregiving November 2022

The economic contribution and sacrifices of unpaid family, whānau and aiga carers in New Zealand for Alzheimers NZ, Carers NZ, the Carers Alliance, IHC and the Ministry of Social Development.…

WeConnect is launched!

New Carers NZ service is now live!  Download our latest Wellbeing Calendar! weconnect.nz showcases hundreds of activities, experiences, outings, learning opportunities, breaks, and ways and places to make new friends.…

State of Caring Report

State of Caring Report Thank you to everyone who completed both our State of Caring survey and our recent respite survey. 1,648 carers completed our surveys. Your united voice has…

Carer Support Information

The principle of Carer Support is to provide full time Carers with time to themselves as a break from their full time Carer role. This can mean reimbursement of some…