To Hire or Buy Mobility Equipment?
Realising you need more assistance to do the things you have taken for granted in the past can be very daunting. We're sharing our years of learning.
Read now
News
RSS-
-
Russ Hayes - our intrepid adventurer explores Hamilton Gardens
Our Supply Chain and Finance support staff member Russ is wheelchair bound, but that doesn't stop him from exploring the great outdoors.Read now -
Independent Living Kaumātua Service
Mary Gush provides a vital community service providing socialisation and cultural opportunities for our older Māori population in South Auckland.Read now -
Meet Tony Howe – Former Paralympic's Coach and Wheel Black
Read nowTony Howe is an inspiration and embodies the Enabling Good Lives principles. Living with Muscular Dystrophy, every day is a challenge but with the right people, right support and right resources he not only lives his own best life but also helps others do the same.
-
Prudence Walker announced as new Disability Rights Commissioner
Prudence Walker is appointed the new Kaihautū Tika Hauātanga Disability Rights Commissioner. Prudence is a a long-time disability advocate and will bring a wealth of experienced knowledge and understanding to the role.Read now -
Enabling Good Lives – Principles to provide equity for those living with disabilities
\What is Enabling Good Lives and what changes can we expect for people with disabilities?Read now -
Te Whatu Ora (Health NZ) Chief Executive meets the DIAS Collective
Read nowIndependent Living was delighted to recently host a presentation by Te Whatu Ora (Health NZ) to the DIAS Collective (Disability Information and Advisory Service). Fepulea'i Margie Apa, the CEO of Te Whatu Ora was accompanied by Danny Wu -...
-
Paula Tesoriero, CEO Whaikaha/Ministry of Disabled People
Independent Living were lucky enough to recently host Paula Tesoriero, the CEO of the newly created Ministry of Disabled People when she gave a presentation to the DIAS Collective (Auckland).Read now -
Peace of Mind at Home
Read nowSimple devices to help you retain your independence Age may bring wisdom but it can also bring frustrations doing the things we used to take for granted. Our joints don’t move the way they used to and daily tasks can...
