Age
Concern NZ
Information
service of a non-profit organisation that aims to promote
the quality of life and well-being of older people. Offers
advocacy, information on power of attorney and positive
aging.
www.ageconcern.org.nz
ElderNet
NZ
Information service and services for older people.
www.eldernet.co.nz
Health
& Disability Commission
Government commission to promote the rights and responsibilities
of both carers and residents. Offers advocacy, the Health
& Disability Commission’s Code and publications.
www.hdc.org.nz
Ministry
of Health
Government agency. Offers news and issues, publications
and forums.
www.moh.govt.nz
www.moh.govt.nz/olderpeople
Residential
Care NZ
Offers a code of practice for residential care facilities,
code of ethics, standards of care and resident’s rights
and responsibilities.
www.residentialcare.co.nz
Residential Care NZ Inc.
PO Box 560
Wellington
Senior
Achievers NZ
Age Concern’s Senior Achievers Awards 2003. Other
information.
www.seniorachievers.org.nz
Work
& Income NZ
Government agency for financial support.
www.winz.govt.nz