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Who pays for respite care?
You can pay privately for respite care. Alternatively, you may be able to access subsidised respite services via an assessment. The main types of subsidised packages to support carers in New Zealand are: Respite Care Subsidy. This payment is equivalent to the rate paid for residential care, the cost of...
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What benefits or financial assistance can I get?
Aside from NZ Super (which any eligible person over 65 can receive), other financial support may be available to those who qualify. The following is a selection only. Contact Work and Income for information about support relevant to your specific need. Check the Work and Income website to see what...
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