- Supporting people to make their own choices and manage life changes.
- Providing information and helping families and whānau access services and resources, both in hospital and in the community.
- Offering guidance on health, disability and age‑related services, including funding and support options.
- Assisting with National Travel Assistance and accommodation support for health‑related appointments.
- Providing social support, including family violence, grief, relationship difficulties, and major life changes.
- Helping with matters such as Enduring Power of Attorney and Welfare Guardianship.
- Advocating for individuals, families and whānau and working alongside other services to ensure people’s needs are heard and supported.
Our Social Worker works in partnership with you, your family/whānau and the wider health team to provide practical support and compassionate care.
