Research: Families Providing Complex Chronic Care (USA) 2012
A US report issued by AARP Public Policy Institute (PPI) and the United Hospital Fund (UHF) shows that 46% of family carers perform medical and nursing tasks for a loved…
06/12/2012
Research: Evaluation of the Complex Carers Group Project 2005
Download this comprehensive research report, which grew out of concerns expressed by families in Auckland caring for disabled children and young people who have significant needs. Family carers of children…
03/12/2012
Advice: Managing Medications
Many older people take several medications several times a day. Managing medications is a home health basic. Complete our Medications Care Plan and keep it updated. Ensure refill information is…
31/10/2012
Work + Care: Carer Stories
Decisions about staying in the workforce, or returning to work, need careful thought. Two carers at different life stages share their experiences. After almost 30 years of caring full-time for…
30/10/2012
Care Planning Tools: Emergency Care Plan
Download and complete! Carers NZ’s Emergency Care Plan is designed for family carers who provide regular or 24 hour support for an elderly, ill, or disabled family member or friend.…
29/10/2012
Care Planning Tool: Emergency Carer ID Card
Download and complete! Carers NZ’s Emergency Carer ID Card is designed for those who provide regular or 24 hour support for an elderly, ill, or disabled family member or friend. Print…
29/10/2012
Life Coach: Plant, Weed, Nourish!
Keeping the garden tidy and enjoying its gifts has many parallels with how we approach life. By Family Care columnist and life coach Richard Blakeborough. Last Sunday I had a…
26/10/2012
Caring for Someone with Dementia
If you support a friend or family member who is suffering from dementia, Bupa’s helpful Understanding Dementia book is a must have. Available for free download, this book explains exactly…
24/10/2012