website: www.iombudsman.org.nz The website gives terms of reference and a list of members of the scheme. The Insurance and Savings Ombudsman deals with unresolved personal and domestic insurance problems. However, clients must first try to resolve their complaint through the company’s internal complaints procedure and get a letter of deadlock. SUMMARY * Free independent scheme … Continued
Telephone-Based Peer Support If you have been diagnosed with a retinal disorder, have a family member or close friend who has, or just want to find out more about Retina NZ, ring 0800 233 833 (New Zealand only) to talk to a peer support co-ordinator. This is a voluntary organisation supporting people with retinal degenerative … Continued
Certification of Healthcare Services General information This webpage provides information for providers of hospital and rest home services and residential care for people with disabilities and to the public about the certification of these services. Changes have been made to the legislation for the licensing of hospitals and rest homes and the registration … Continued
They work to serve the needs of older people by offering nationally contracted services, education, resources and national leadership. Age Concern New Zealand works for older people by coordinating and supporting vital services offered at the local level such as Elder Abuse and Neglect Prevention and Accredited Visiting. They depend on donations, bequests and grants … Continued
EECA is a government agency that promotes energy efficiency and renewable energy in New Zealand. They can offer energywise tips to help people to live more comfortably during the winter months and trim their energy bills. For more information on saving energy visit the website or ring the freephone number. Give advice on energy efficiency … Continued
Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission aims to help improve the financial futures of New Zealanders for a better retirement for all. We are focused on helping people with not only information and skills, but the confidence they need to develop their long-term wellbeing. We focus on three areas: Retirement Income, Retirement Villages and … Continued
http:www.msd.govt.nz / www.osc.govt.nz Provides Minister for Senior Citizens with policy advice on matters relating to the well-being of older people in NZ. Works closely with a wide range of government agencies to develop policy and also has a policy commentary role. The Office links closely with community organisations representing the interests of older people, such … Continued
Fundview is a computer database of information about funding sources for community groups in New Zealand. For further information contact the above telephone numbers or visit the above websites.
HospiceNZ is the national organisation responsible for the promotion of access to quality hospice/palliative care in New Zealand. Most hospice/palliative care services are members of Hospice New Zealand and are committed to achieving “The Hospice New Zealand Standards for Provision of Hospice/Palliative Care”. To be referred to a Hospice Palliative Care Service near you, contact … Continued
The Dental Council of New Zealand is the statutory body constituted to protect the public by regulating the practice of dentistry. They do this by means of our statutory responsibilites for registration, education, professional conduct and health. Their primary role is to promote and protect the public interest by ensuring that oral health practitioners are … Continued
