Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million community volunteers. Rotary members are business and community leaders who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards, and help build good will and peace in the world. Ring the number above or use the website for your local Rotary Group.
Advance care planning (ACP) is the process of thinking about, talking about and planning for future health care and end-of-life care. It is about identifying what matters to you. For more information speak to your practice team, search ‘Advance Care Planning” on http://www.healthinfo.org.nz, look at the booklet on the web link adjacent or contact the … Continued
Senior line 0800 725 463 Helping older people navigate the health system. Information for older people to help make decisions about staying at home, retirement villages, home care, day care and rest homes. The website is designed to give information on superannuation entitlements, finances, health services and SuperGold discounts.
To prevent suffering at the end of life, including pain that cannot be relieved by drugs. Some patients don’t want to be anaesthetised for their last days. To maintain dignity in death. Terminally ill patients often lose control of their bodily functions and would prefer to die before becoming completely dependent on carers. To retain … Continued
