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A little progress has been made on key issues to the disability support sector over the course of Wednesday. Firstly, Minister of Finance Robertson announced the return of the Wages Subsidy for eligible employers.  The Government’s Covid-19 Wage Subsidy Scheme will be available for businesses across New Zealand impacted by the lockdown. The Wage Subsidy Scheme …

The Ministry of Health advise the following for Disability Services Operating at Alert Level 4  If services can be provided (including digitally) within alert level restrictions, they are contractually required to do so.   Disability residential care are essential services and must continue to be available.    Essential personal care services, such as toileting, washing and feeding, should be provided as usual.  Essential home …

What we know so far: There has been a community case identified in Auckland. This case has been infectious since Thursday last week. We have 23 locations of interest around Auckland and Coromandel, and these will be updated on the Ministry of Health website as new places are identified. The country is in Alert Level …

Registration for the 2022 Christchurch IIMHL & IIDL Leadership Exchange is now open! This five-day event will take place the week of 28th February with the Matches being hosted across New Zealand and Australia on Monday 28th February and Tuesday 1st March.  The Matches will be followed by the Network Meeting, which commences with a …

Final Update – August 16, 2021 Kia ora koutouThis morning the Board and others welcomed Peter Reynolds to the position of Chief Executive, and I wish him every success in the role. – his contact details are:peter@nzdsn.org.nzMobile: 0275346472 Here are some reminders and information:1. Flexible Disability Support (FDS) – NZDSN is now waiting for feedback …

The Supported Life Style Hauraki Trust has been involved in the development of this tool and are available for any additional support or guidance in its use. Please contact Samantha slee@suplife.org.nz …