There are lots of issues we face during life’s journey. Listen to Esther Perriam from Eldernet offer a different perspective on this common and important topic. Find out about the things that are often not talked about. Note: An advertisement will play prior to the podcast.
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Should my parent move to a care home in another area?
This is a question we often hear, and it comes in various guises. Should your relative move out of their rural area and come into town, or should they move from where they are, to be closer to you? Often the short answer is that its best to stay where...
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Find advocacy services for older people in New Zealand
In New Zealand, there are a number of services and organisations that are there to support and advocate on behalf of older people. Some of these include: Age Concern : Age Concern is a nationwide organisation that provides advocacy services for older people. They offer support, information, and advocacy to...
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How do I find a care home that has standard rooms?
Use the Eldernet Vacancy Status Report for your region: select the correct region AND your required level of care; select View in table (located on the right side of your screen); look for care homes showing a vacancy from the Vacant Beds column and No and Some from the '...
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