Health Matters

Senior Line

Senior Line is a website to help people navigate the health system.

We know finding out where to go for support or what services are available for seniors can be confusing; from District Health Boards (DHB), to Senior Services (through Work and Income) and many non-government agencies such as Alzheimer's NZ and Age Concern. Senior Line provides information to make decisions about staying at home, retirement villages, homecare, day care and rest homes.

Go to the Senior Line website

You're not alone

Many of the more common conditions or diseases that affect older New Zealanders have their own organisations that provide good quality information and support for individuals and their families.

Organisations for specific conditions or diseases

Planning for the future if diagnosed with dementia

Tips to help protect yourself against dementia

Caring for a loved one who has dementia

Visiting those with dementia, and what to do to help it go well

Simple tips on making your home dementia friendly

Preventing social isolation of those with dementia

Avatars and technology as tools for dementia carers

Slowing the progression of dementia through an active lifestyle

The difference between forgetfulness and memory loss

Ways to manage your pain with arthritis

Arthur Te Anini has COP and put an advance care plan in place

Fit and active? An advance care plan is still a good idea

Patient Portals

Patient portals are being used to book doctor's appointments, check on lab results and email GPs.

Patient portals a useful timesaving tool find users

Looking after your health

There are a number of health conditions that may affect us more as we get a bit older. Keeping tabs on these will help keep you healthy and injury free.

Keep Going for GOLD from ACC: Advice for living well over 65 brochure has some great tips