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Govt must compensate GST hike

Tuesday, 9 February 2010, 4:36 pm | Age Concern

It's vital that John Key sticks to his promise that superannuitants be fully compensated for the projected GST rise, Age Concern New Zealand says. More >>

Are rest home residents really safe?

Thursday, 17 December 2009, 1:45 pm | Age Concern

Rest homes audits alone can't guarantee vulnerable older people's safety; greater commitment to quality improvement and respect throughout the elder care sector is needed. "The Auditor General's damning report shows that audits alone aren't going ... More >>

Older people need support, not ads – Age Concern

Thursday, 10 December 2009, 10:39 am | Age Concern

Government needs to get its priorities right, says Age Concern. They say there's no money for older people facing elder abuse but today they've announced a $15 million electricity marketing campaign. More >>

Older people being priced out of health insurance

Thursday, 10 December 2009, 9:27 am | Age Concern

Age Concern New Zealand says the practice of charging the highest health insurance premiums to people on the lowest incomes is just not fair. More >>

Why aren't abused older people being supported?

Tuesday, 8 December 2009, 4:22 pm | Age Concern

Age Concern says it's a tragedy that some seniors facing elder abuse and neglect get less support because they live in the 'wrong' parts of the country. Minister for Senior Citizens John Carter said yesterday that Government has no money for further ... More >>

Board members kept informed on ageing issues

Saturday, 5 December 2009, 10:53 am | Age Concern

National Health Board members will be kept informed on ageing issues– Age Concern Age Concern New Zealand congratulates members of the new National Health Board on their appointment and is looking forward to a productive relationship. More >>

Bill could unravel ACC cover

Wednesday, 25 November 2009, 5:07 pm | Age Concern

Proposed amendments to ACC legislation seek to exclude people with less than 6% damage to their hearing. If passed this could be the beginning of the end for minor injury cover, Age Concern New Zealand says. "The proposal to refuse cover for ‘low levels’ ... More >>

Lonely rest home residents at risk –Age Concern

Friday, 20 November 2009, 10:23 am | Age Concern

As concerns about abuse and neglect in rest homes rise, lonely and isolated older people are especially vulnerable, says Age Concern New Zealand. More >>

Age Concern: Stop Abuse, Stop Ageism

Wednesday, 18 November 2009, 3:49 pm | Age Concern

Age Concern believes that elder abuse and neglect has its roots in ageism and lack of respect for older people. "Elder abuse is not okay whether it's in a resthome or someone's own home, and we all have the ability to do something about it. "If ... More >>

More to the future than just dollars – Age Concern

Friday, 30 October 2009, 3:58 pm | Age Concern

Treasury's future options focus on financial issues, but Age Concern New Zealand says that social issues need to be considered too. "The question has to be asked: what sort of society do we want to have in the future? All New Zealanders young and ... More >>

Protect older people's nest eggs – Age Concern

Saturday, 17 October 2009, 12:41 pm | Age Concern

Age Concern New Zealand has told the Inquiry into Finance Company Failures that the finance sector needs an overhaul to give more protection to older people. More >>

Ageing conference 'a stunning success'

Saturday, 10 October 2009, 1:46 pm | Age Concern

The Age Concern New Zealand and New Zealand Association of Gerontology conference concluded today to the sound of waiata and agreement among delegates of the event’s unique value. More >>

Age Concern: work vital for older people

Thursday, 8 October 2009, 4:23 pm | Age Concern

“Older New Zealanders need adequate income, access to health care including dental care, safety and an over-arching need for respect.” These are the first findings from a major conference on ageing held in Wellington this week. “We’ve reached ... More >>

Flexibility important for nursing home residents

Wednesday, 7 October 2009, 12:52 pm | Age Concern

An international expert on ageing and psychology says nursing home residents are far more likely to be happy and positive if they live in a flexible environment and are valued as individuals. More >>

Age Concern applauds media award winners

Thursday, 1 October 2009, 5:31 pm | Age Concern

Winners of the Age Concern New Zealand Patron's Award for the media were announced at a lunchtime function in Wellington today to mark the International Day of Older Persons. Fairfax Community Newspapers writer Scott Morgan and photographer Jason ... More >>