Carer Support Claim Form Changes
Carer Support Claim Form Changes Health NZ / Disability Support Services have made some changes to the way Carers Support Claim Forms are provided. This is an important read for anyone receiving Carers Support. You should receive notice directly. Carer Support customers who currently submit paper claims will receive this information by post. See PDF […]
My Fundraising Story – The Ripple Effect of a Garage Sale!
Why I’m fundraising for MSNZ Having worked as an administrator at MSNZ over the past 18 months, I’ve seen first-hand what makes this charity so worthy of support. MSNZ works with 18 MS regional societies across the country, each providing vital local services and on-the-ground support to people in their communities. But MSNZ’s impact extends […]
Pedal for a Purpose – Join the Ride for MS Info Session
We’re inviting you to be part of something incredible. Ride for MS is a once-in-a-lifetime cycling adventure through Cambodia, and it’s also a powerful way to support New Zealanders living with multiple sclerosis. If you’re curious about the challenge or considering signing up, don’t miss our free online Information Session. You’ll hear from Inspired Adventures, […]
Help Shape the Future of Disability Funding
Consultation is underway across the country to help shape future disability funding and service models. This is your opportunity to have your say and we encourage you to do so, now more than ever. Note: This consultation is for people who receive essential disability support after an assessment from a NASC or EGL site. This […]
Press Release: Access to Life-Changing MS Drug “snatched away” Due to Staff Shortages
A celebrated Pharmac decision late last year to fund a vital drug for many Multiple Sclerosis patients has fallen flat – with dozens being turned away for treatment due to severely stretched resources across a number of services. Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand (MSNZ) says one particular Health New Zealand (HNZ) region – Canterbury Waitaha – […]
Clarification on Purchasing Rules from Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People
On Monday 18 March 2024, Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People, announced changes to the purchasing rules for Carer Support, Individualised Funding, Enhanced Individualised Funding, personal budgets, and Choices in Community Living. On 24 April, following significant feedback from the Disability and Carers communities, Whaikaha has made amendments and changes to the purchasing rules and […]
Share Your Story – Sativex and Medical Cannabis
Sativex, or Cannabidiol with tetrahydrocannabinol, is an add-on treatment approved by Medsafe for symptom improvement in patients with moderate to severe spasticity due to multiple sclerosis (MS). It is indicated for people who have not responded adequately to other anti-spasticity medication and who demonstrate clinically significant improvement in spasticity related symptoms during an initial trial […]
Immediate changes to Disability Support Funding – Have your say
Yesterday, 18 March, Whaikaha, Ministry of Disabled People announced immediate changes to disability support funding purchasing rules. These rule changes impact those on: Carers Support (CS) Individualised Funding (IF) Enhanced Individualised Funding (EIF) Choices in Community Living Enabling Good Lives (EGL) personal budgets. These changes remove much of the flexibility of funding which has been […]
Do you have MS and looking to study in 2024? Scholarship Applications Open
The Dorothy L Newman Scholarship assists people diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, who, due to their condition require retraining or upskilling to enhance their chances of securing or staying in paid employment. Successful applicants will be eligible for a financial contribution payable for their course fees with the amount awarded at the discretion of the Selection […]
MS Voice Newsletter – October 2023
Welcome to our October 2023 edition of MS Voice. Spring has sprung…….although it seems we are flip flopping between seasons at the moment with this changeable weather! For today, however, you can spring into the October edition of MS Voice, where we update you of our recent AGM and conference, introduce you to some wonderful […]