RESOURCES

WEBSITES

Alzheimer’s New Zealand
Representing people living with dementia at a national level by raising awareness of dementia, providing information and resources, advocating for high quality services, and promoting research about prevention, treatment, cure and care.
https://alzheimers.org.nz/

Live Stronger for Longer
Helps support older adults to stay independent, reduce and prevent injuries and keep living the life they want.
https://www.livestronger.org.nz/

Ministry of Health - Carers in New Zealand
Information about carers and their role, the Carer's Strategy partnership between the government and Carers Alliance.
https://www.health.govt.nz/strategies-initiatives/programmes-and-initiatives/carers-in-new-zealand

Motor Neurone Disease NZ
A charitable trust dedicated to making time count for people affected by MND by offering personal support, advocacy, education and supporting research.
https://mnd.org.nz/

Needs Assessment and Support Services for Older People
A booklet providing information to older people and their families and whanau on how to access needs assessment and home support services.
https://www.health.govt.nz/publications/needs-assessment-and-support-services-for-older-people-what-you-need-to-know

Older Persons NASC Services
NASC agencies help older people to identify their needs and connect with support services.
https://www.nznasca.co.nz/services/older-persons-nasc-services/

Services for Older People
Find how to get help at home, community services and rest homes.
https://info.health.nz/services-support/support-services/older-people

PHONE NUMBERS

Seniorline
A national information service that helps you find your way around the health system and access support services. (Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm).
0800 725 463

BOOKS

“With the End in Mind” by Dr. Kathryn Mannix

“The Caregivers” by Nell Lake

“How to Communicate With Someone with Dementia” by Angela Caughey

“Dealing Daily With Dementia” by Angela Caughey