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Home & community
How does the New Zealand health system work?
In recent years, significant changes were made to the way health services are delivered throughout New Zealand. Previously 20 regional District Health Boards (DHBs) provide or organise health services across the country. As of mid-2022: Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora manages all health services, including hospital and specialist...
Retirement villages
What is the role of a retirement village manager?
The retirement village manager is the legal representative of the owner/operator of a village. They are responsible for the day-to-day running of the village – from employing staff and overseeing building maintenance, to arranging activities and ensuring all residents get the care and support needed. A retirement village manager also...
COVID-19
Do care homes admit new residents during COVID outbreaks?
In short – it will depend. There are many factors to consider, such as, existing resident mix, staffing capabilities (especially nurses), safe staffing levels, current occupancy, type, and location of available rooms…the list goes on. Care homes, rest homes, dementia units, respite and carer support providers will likely be taking...
Residential care
I’m in the rainbow community but feel uncomfortable in care
Julie Watson, who runs Silver Rainbow workshops (LGBTQIA+ education for those working in aged care) answers this question for us. If I was asked this question, I would want to see some things done immediately for this person. Their care home is their home and is the place where they...
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Wyndham and Districts Community Rest Home - Rest Home
Come to Day Stay If you or a loved one would like some company and activities on occasion, we invite locals who may be considering a rest home to come and enjoy our Day Stay. We will take care of you and provide a wonderful day away from your usual...
Victoria Care (Family Owned) - Dementia
Our home has been revamped to become a modern, light, bright and airy unit with up to date artwork and access to seating in the garden areas being updated.
Michelle Gledhill of Raine&Horne Rangiora - Downsizing & moving home
Are you an older person considering moving house in Christchurch. If its to downsize, move to a retirement village or even into a care home Michelle is here to help. Here's a bit about one of her recent adventures.. I had the privilege of meeting Raye & Peter at one...
Eltham Care Rest Home - Rest Home
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