24 Nov 2020.
This briefing paper outlines key issues Age Concern New Zealand wants to highlight to incoming ministers. It also tells you about Age Concern – who we are, what we do and how we can work in partnership with you.
5 Nov 2020.
It is important to be aware that public transport is the only option for some people. This may be due to them not owning a car or not being able to drive. It can also be the result of a disability, an injury or cognitive impairment.
30 Oct 2020.
Death, dying, and bereavement are inevitable experiences for us all. We lose loved ones, friends, neighbours and work colleagues. And we ourselves will die. Updated legislation is required to regulate the funeral industry.
11 Sep 2020.
Older adults have tackled numerous and various challenges throughout their lifetime, one being the Covid-19 pandemic. The older generation is resilient and they have many life experiences that equip them to handle difficult times.
17 Jun 2020.
Age Concern actively supported New Zealanders aged 65 and over throughout the pandemic response. We will continue to be involved throughout the recovery phase and beyond.
22 May 2020.
Age Concern New Zealand supports government initiatives to improve the safety and accessibility of footpaths, shared pathways, cycle lanes, and public transport. The safety of pedestrians of all ages on footpaths is essential.
22 May 2020.
Mental health and wellbeing are important for all of us. We all experience good and poorer mental wellbeing in our lives and we all respond to life challenges differently. Covid-19 for example has challenged us all in different ways.
2 Apr 2020.
The Repeal of Part 4A will respect and protect the rights of family members who are carers and family members with special care needs, a disability, long term chronic illnesses, mental health and addiction, and age care needs.
25 Mar 2020.
Within 18 years it is estimated that more than half of New Zealand's 65 and over population will be renters. Age Concern New Zealand supports government initiatives to improve the situation for renters.
14 Feb 2020.
Safe, warm, secure and affordable housing is a fundamental human right. Housing and the wider environment in which we live impacts on every aspect of our wellbeing – mental, physical, spiritual and social.
31 Jan 2020.
Age Concern New Zealand believes all sexual violence is unacceptable. It is a violation of human rights and results in physical, emotional and psychological harm. We support victims of sexual violence to be given a stronger voice.
11 Dec 2019.
We welcome the opportunity to submit on the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill. New Zealand has persistently high suicide rates, as well as high levels of harm from alcohol, other drugs, gambling and family violence.
19 Nov 2019. Age Concern New Zealand and Member Councils support modernising and simplifying legislation to ensure NZ Superannuation and the Veteran’s Pension are fair, equitable, relieve poverty, simple to administer and receive, and are sustainable
31 May 2019. Age Concern New Zealand welcomes the release of Better Later Life – He Oranga Kaumātua 2019 to 2034. This is a positive outcome of earlier consultation carried out in 2018, during which we also contributed.
31 May 2019. Age Concern New Zealand welcomes a review of the Charities Act 2005 and we value the opportunity to make a submission on Modernising the Charities Act 2005: Discussion document. We appreciate the commitment to community consultation.
19 Oct 2018. Age Concern New Zealand commends recent government initiatives to improve the situation for renters. Introducing healthy homes standards for rental properties, the winter fuel subsidy, and banning letting fees are positive moves.
24 Aug 2018. Age Concern New Zealand agrees with Office for Seniors that a review of the 2001 Positive Ageing Strategy is required. Population ageing is now an emerging reality, with associated opportunities and challenges.
30 Jul 2018. This submission is in response the invitation on the Treasury website to comment on the paper by Conal Smith: Treasury Living Standards Dashboard: Monitoring Intergenerational Wellbeing (June 2018).
5 Jun 2018. Age Concern New Zealand believes that care for all people who require mental health and addiction support, regardless of their age / gender / culture / sexual orientation or (dis)abilities, is a necessity.
7 Feb 2017. Age Concern New Zealand welcomes the opportunity to comment on Family Violence, Sexual Violence and Violence within Whanau Workforce Capability Framework.
5 Sep 2016. Age Concern New Zealand supports the focus on maintaining the functional ability of older people, maximising their independence, and preventing and delaying disease and the onset of disability.