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Advice: Making Your Voice Heard
Being assertive is all about making sure your voice is heard and being able to clearly explain how you feel about something, what you need, or why you feel something…
Health Passport
A Health Passport is a booklet that you can carry with you when attending hospital appointments or meeting with other providers of health and disability services. It contains information about…
When Caring Ends
Looking after someone may be a large part of your life, but it is inevitable that your caring role will change over time. This may be because the person you…
Support At Home: Kitchen Confidential
It’s natural to exchange personal information when a support worker comes into your home, but they also need to maintain professional boundaries. After all, they are there to do a…
Total Mobility Scheme
The Total Mobility Scheme assists people with eligible mobility issues around Aotearoa New Zealand to travel within their region. It’s aimed at people with temporary or long-term disabilities who cannot…
Keeping Mobile: Use Your Mobility Scooter Safely
If you currently use a mobility scooter or power chair or are considering using one in the future – this free booklet is for you. Published by the NZ Transport…
All Kinds of Help! Our Comprehensive Guide
Many organisations offer specialised advice and information to help older people, family carers, and New Zealanders who have health or disability needs. Download our helpful NZ Guide, with contact details…
Carer Story: A Different Road
An extract from Shirley Jamieson’s memoir A Different Road. After Janelle turned 21 she moved into residential care. She’d been to the facility for respite care several times, so she…
