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Home help & personal care
e.g. meals, home help, showering assistance
Taking a break
e.g. respite, support for carers
Equipment & products
e.g. continence products, mobility aids
Around your home
e.g. gardening, trades, downsizing & moving home
Housing options
e.g. rental, 60s+ housing, public & private housing
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End of life
e.g. funeral, palliative care, hospice
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e.g. government agencies like MSD, NASC
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e.g. financial and legal assistance
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What should I consider when getting help at home?
Many older people are happy living at home and just need a bit of extra support now and again – whether that means assistance around the house, getting professional support and advice, or simply connecting with like-minded people. Yet these services can be difficult to find if you don’t know where to look or if you’re not sure yet what you are looking for; in fact, sometimes you don’t know you have a problem until you find the solution. That’s where ‘Making Life Easier’ comes in.
As we all lead different lives, the support and assistance we need will vary widely. Perhaps you’re looking to meet some like-minded people in your community, join a club or group, or take up a new hobby? Or perhaps you’ve moved to a new area and want to know what services are available? Whatever support you require, you’ll find options in your region to suit.
We all need to look after our eyes, ears and feet – regardless of our age. Some of us may find we need a little extra help around the home, such as cooking and cleaning, while others may require help with their personal care. While there may be some challenges ahead as we get older, there are options to help you navigate these.
If you’re requiring home support, there are a wide range of services to choose from, including practical services and personal care. You may be eligible to receive subsidised home help (via an interRAI assessment) or you can choose to pay privately. There is a lot to consider so use our checklist to help you navigate the process – then browse home support providers in your region. You can also find loads more information about getting help at home and in your community on our Knowledge Lab.
Your questions answered
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How far in advance can I book respite care?
You may be able to arrange a booking in advance, although this will depend on the availability of respite care in your region. For those facilities with dedicated respite beds, bookings might be able to be made in advance; some residential care facilities will prefer you to book as far...
Assisting someone to get into a car; Carers NSW
Te Taha Whenua - Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand
Should I get an e-bike? I'm not so young anymore.
Many riders would say yes- if you can ride a bike, get one. Older people who ride e-bikes vary widely in their ages and abilities. This is why you need to approach the issue with a healthy dose of realism, a desire to discover something new and a commitment to...
Your options
Home and Community
Fully independent and still living in your own home. There are many options to help you.
Making Life EasierRetirement Village
Independent living in a purpose built property with varying levels of support.
Retirement VillagesResidential Care
The full service options for all the support and levels of care you could need.
Residential CareNews in the community
Want to read the latest news and events? See what's going on around NZ. This newsletter is created by contributions direct from the Eldernet community and is filled with good news and updates.
Alternative Care Northland - Respite / short term care
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H Morris Funeral Services - End of life & funeral
What are you 'Dying' to know? Death is inevitable. It is full of unknowns. If you have any questions about what we do and how everything works, please get in touch. We make great tea and our doors are always open.
Sensory Corner - Mobility aids & useful products
The inmuRELAX is a small 'pebble' shaped cushion that plays calming music and vibrates gently. A fabulous tool to calm agitation, to relax during the day, or to help with sleeping at night. The calming music becomes more complex with more movement, but will quieten and slowly fade when it...
NZ Seniors Real Estate Services - (Barfoot & Thompson) Grant Haworth & Sherie Baines-Vis - Downsizing & moving home
Would you like a copy of our "SELLERS CHECKLIST" First impressions count - how smart does your property look? Simple and effective tips that can achieve fantastic selling results. Ask us about our special offer for seniors We offer personalized solutions and specialized guidance for seniors seeking to relocate and...