Information for every step of your caring journey!

Information for every step of your caring journey!

Disability Funding Information

The Disability Directorate of the Ministry of Health continues to provide flexibility of carer support and individualised funding for eligible people

When Abuse, Neglect or Violence Happens, by Tricia Hendry

Sadly, there can be instances when abuse, neglect, or violence happens to vulnerable people.

Keeping up relationships with others, by Tricia Hendry

Having good relationships with others is important for our wellbeing. So how can we keep up relationships with people we like and enjoy? The responsibilities and time demands of a caring role can mean less time is made for socialising. For our own wellbeing’s sake, how can we avoid becoming socially isolated, or lonely?

Understanding Grief

Grief can be challenging at times – whatever kind of change or loss has caused it, and whatever age or stage we are.  Understanding it more can help us as…

Are you caring for an older family member or friend?

If you support an older loved one, this resource may help!

Caring for older loved ones

Are you a young carer?

Advice and ideas for young carers, developed with guidance from Young Carers NZ!

Young Carers

Are you an older person caring for your partner, family member, or friend?

Download our new resource for those who are older and who provide assistance for a family member or friend.

Dementia and Travel

Alzheimer’s NZ says travelling with someone who has dementia or cognitive issues can be confusing or even dangerous if plans are not well thought out or if the person is…