Life Coach: Kiwi Heroines!
When Family Care and Carers NZ offered a free hour of life coaching with Richard Blakeborough, he was swamped with requests, mainly from women providing care and support for others.…
19/10/2012
Alzheimers NZ: Helpful Information and Resources
Alzheimers NZ’s website is full of practical advice, information, and resources for those of you caring for a friend or family member who has dementia, and for people who are…
12/10/2012
Dealing with Dementia
If you are caring for someone with dementia, you may find this article and the related audio, video, and factsheets helpful. The social and economic impact of dementia An illuminating…
21/06/2012
Advice from Relationships Aotearoa
Wellington based clinical leader and counsellor Jayne O’Neill talks us through some of the challenges carers can face in their relationships. Tips to ensure a happy holiday away Planning ahead…
20/06/2012
Creative Writing: For Carers By Carers
Reading poetry and prose can help us gain valuable insights into any situation in our lives, including our responsibilities as carers. In turn, writing poetry can be a very powerful…
19/06/2012
Family Choices: Is it Time for Formal Care?
Listen to Dame Kate Harcourt and Dame Fiona Kidman reading from their memoirs regarding their experience when facing this challenge when caring for their Mums. Dame Kate Harcourt Dame Kate…
08/06/2012
Interview: Geriatrician Dr Maree Todd
When should you offer to help elderly friends and relatives, and when should you stand back? Listen to our interview with Maree, a geriatrician for the Auckland District Health Board and…
28/02/2012
A Rockette’s Legacy
Original Rockette Louise Neistat trained thousands of tap dancers at her home studio, and for more than 45 years coordinated an annual show to raise money for cancer charities. Learn…
28/02/2012