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Aged care expert's top tips for a merrier Christmas
Wednesday, 18 December 2019, 11:03 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
An aged care expert is urging Kiwis to take time to understand the needs of their elderly loved ones this holiday season – a time when stress can take its toll on all generations of the family. More >>
8/10 kiwis have no idea of their parents future wishes
Tuesday, 5 February 2019, 9:33 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
It’s never an easy conversation to begin, says aged care expert Miranda Smith. But the sooner you discuss your parents’ future care needs with them, the better equipped your family will be to assist. “It’s about preparing early, planting ... More >>
Aged Care Pledge Needs Better Target, Says Care Agency
Thursday, 21 August 2014, 9:55 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
Labour’s pledge to set up an aged care working group to address industry concerns is good to see, but appears to skirt the obvious issue of a looming lack of beds and carers for our rapidly growing elderly population, says homecare agency Miranda ... More >>
Extra Dementia Funding Positive
Wednesday, 1 May 2013, 11:24 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
An extra budget allocation of $70 million for aged care and dementia is a positive sign that the Government is continuing to address under-funding in the aged care sector, says national care agency Miranda Smith Homecare. More >>
Carers Deserve a Better Rate of Pay, Says Home Care Agency
Wednesday, 9 May 2012, 7:41 pm | Miranda Smith Homecare
National private home care agency Miranda Smith Homecare is supporting calls to increase rates for carers working in the residential and in-home care sector. A draft Human Rights Commission report obtained by Radio New Zealand says staff working in residential ... More >>
Plan Urgently Needed For Ageing Population
Tuesday, 3 April 2012, 10:51 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
With the budget approaching, the Government urgently needs to start thinking smart about the future of aged care, says a national home care agency. New Zealand is experiencing rapid and prolonged growth in the elderly population, a situation which is putting ... More >>
Families Urged to Plan Holiday Care for Elderly
Tuesday, 22 November 2011, 11:06 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
With Christmas fast approaching, Miranda Smith Homecare is urging people to plan ahead and avoid the usual last minute rush to secure care for their elderly family members who require support. More >>
Baby Boomers A Solution To Ageing Dilemma?
Wednesday, 14 September 2011, 11:40 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
Enticing baby boomers to remain in the workforce could help solve some of the aged care problems being created by that generation, says a private national homecare agency. More >>
Budget allocation for dementia care a good start
Friday, 20 May 2011, 2:37 pm | Miranda Smith Homecare
The extra $44 million budgeted to look after people living with dementia is welcome, but providing for extra beds is only a short-term solution, says national care agency Miranda Smith Homecare. More >>
Care of Canterbury elderly set to soar
Friday, 10 September 2010, 10:22 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
An aged care provider in Christchurch is preparing for a soar in demand for carers as elderly Canterbury residents face up to an inevitable return to their homes. More >>
Budget confirms elderly must save for future
Friday, 21 May 2010, 12:19 pm | Miranda Smith Homecare
New Zealand’s aging population will likely face further cuts by the government in the future, says industry leader Miranda Smith. More >>
NZ’s Most Experienced Private Homecare Chch Launch
Tuesday, 1 July 2008, 2:36 pm | Miranda Smith Homecare
The most experienced private home care agency in the country opened its doors in Christchurch today (ie. 1 July). Miranda Smith Homecare Ltd has expanded into the South Island due to growing demand for in-home care. More >>
Homecare Agency Caters To A Fast-Growing Market
Tuesday, 3 June 2008, 10:37 am | Miranda Smith Homecare
As the population ages and more elderly people choose to stay in their own homes, the demand for in-home care is growing fast. More >>
