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 […]
MS Voice Newsletter – February 2025
Welcome to the February edition of MS Voice—your trusted source for the latest news, updates, and real-life stories from Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand and the MS community. This year promises to be a dynamic one as we continue our commitment to educating, campaigning, and advocating for all those impacted by Multiple Sclerosis. Our focus is clear: […]
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 […]
2023 Election – Carers Alliance Briefing
Carers NZ have published their Election Briefing asking Politicians and their parties how they will care for NZ’s one million plus family, whānau, and aiga carers. Download a copy here: Carers Election Briefing 2023 Final
‘Exhaustion and dread’ : Desperate carer calls for change
Speaking in support of the Carers Alliance petition, Maxine Hall, a carer for her husband with Multiple Sclerosis, speaks of her struggles and hopes that this campaign will at least raise awareness. View original article on Otago Daily Times: https://www.odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/exhaustion-and-dread-desperate-carer-calls-change A Mosgiel caregiver desperate for a break after averaging fewer than four days off […]
Media Release: Nationwide petition launched to fight “shocking” lack of fair support for carers
Media Release: Friday 5th June 2023 A powerful Alliance representing 56 national not-for-profits is demanding the Government stop “dragging its feet” to provide long overdue recognition and basic rights for the estimated one million largely unpaid New Zealanders struggling to care for whānau and loved ones. The Carers Alliance is now taking its fight to […]
Recognizing and Supporting the Challenges Faced by New Zealand’s Family, Whānau, and Āiga Carers
Carers play a crucial role in our society, providing essential support and care for their loved ones. However, their invaluable contributions often go unrecognized and unacknowledged. The Carers Alliance of New Zealand is taking a stand and advocating for the establishment of a Minister or Commissioner for family carers, as well as the development of […]
MS Voice Newsletter – May 2023
Welcome to the May edition of the MS Voice Newsletter! Your trusted source for the latest updates, inspiring stories, and valuable resources in the world of Multiple Sclerosis. We are excited to bring you another month of insightful content that aims to empower, educate, and connect individuals affected by MS. In this edition, we delve […]
Carers story – Rachel – Help people to help you
Rachel lives in the West Coast. She’s givens us her account of what life is like when caring for a loved one with MS. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dExmejCanLY Please sign the Carers Alliance petition, calling for recognition and protection of New Zealand’s family, whānau and āiga carers.
Carers story – Maxine: My life as a family carer
Maxine, a wife of a person with MS in Otago, shares with us what it is like to be a family carer. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HvVNQlJ3NDI Please sign the Carers Alliance petition, calling for recognition and protection of New Zealand’s family, whānau and āiga carers.