Monthly Archives: February 2014

Working and caring – patterns of eldercare

Posted on February 27, 2014 by Age Concern New Zealand 'on research'

The most rapidly growing part of our population is the age group 85 plus – a group in which a high proportion of people require some support and assistance. At the same time we are seeing more and older people … Continue reading →

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Coping without a car (3) – What would help?

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Age Concern New Zealand 'on research'

How can we turn situations – how people cope without a car – into solutions? Let’s hear your suggestions and comments. We tried some lateral thinking and this is what we came up with. Mobilising family resources Having family close … Continue reading →

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