A Year Ago Today
Carers World Radio is an internet based radio station for carers around the globe. “A year ago my mother fell and broke her hip. It has been a very sad, bumpy…
Keeping Moving: Staying Mobile!
More people of all ages are using mobility scooters, walking frames, and walking sticks. Once ugly and institutional, today’s most popular aids are colourful, attractive, and have appealing features. Find…
Learn About Dementia and Continence Online!
Anyone can access free learning and assessment programmes in the field of Health and Wellbeing, including continence and dementia, at the online learning site of Industry Training Organisation Careerforce. Select…
ActiveWellness: Child’s Play
Caring for young children is one of the most demanding jobs in the world, especially if a child has some extra needs.
On top of parenting, you’ll be helping your child with activities of daily living, appointments with health professionals, medical procedures, personal cares, administering medications, and more. Here are some ideas to keep you all healthy and active, while having fun at the same time. By Ellen van Dijken
CaringBridge: Bringing People Together During Any Health Event
CaringBridge is a free service friends, whānau, and family can use to stay in close touch during any type of health event. Carers NZ likes this wonderful online service! Check…
111: Advice from St John
What to do during a 111 call. 1. When the Telecom operator answers, ask to speak to ambulance. 2. When you are connected to the Ambulance Communications Centre, St John will…
Emergency Planning Tools: Get Thru If You Need Extra Support
If you or a member of your household has any special needs that may affect your ability to cope in a disaster, make arrangements now to ensure you get the…
Diabetes NZ: Pamphlets, Booklets, Support + Advice
Carers NZ surveys indicate that many of New Zealand’s family carers have diabetes, or support someone who do. If this is the case for you, Diabetes NZ and your local…
