Dementia Care in Palmerston North

There are currently around six rest homes listed on Village Guide that provide dementia care in Palmerston North. Dementia care is for people with dementia or cognitive impairment, of which Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common type. These types of conditions affect individuals differently, so dementia care is flexible enough to meet the needs of people with different symptoms.

Who is eligible for Dementia Care in Palmerston North?

Before receiving dementia care, someone must be assessed as requiring it by a Needs Assessment. To book a Needs Assessment, please contact your local branch of NASC (Needs Assessment and Service Coordination).

Standards for Dementia Care in Palmerston North Rest Homes

Rest homes in Palmerston North that provide dementia care must adhere to a strict set of standards. These are outlined in the Health and Disability Services (Safety) Act 2001. Each rest home offering dementia care will be audited regularly to ensure their compliance with these standards.

Find Dementia Care in Palmerston North

Towards the top of this page, there’s a drop-down menu called ‘level of care’ (it sits underneath the green ‘search rest homes’ button). This menu allows you to filter rest homes on Village Guide by dementia care.

Person-centred care in Palmerston North Rest Homes

Rest homes that provide dementia care should also provide person-centred care, as this is a cornerstone of the New Zealand Framework for Dementia Care. Person-centred care refers to care that places an individual (and their unique needs and preferences) at the heart of their care plan. When visiting Palmerston North rest homes, ask about their approach to person-centred care.