Community Residential Support Services
Community Residential Support Services are one of a range of support services funded by the Ministry of Health. These services assist disabled people to live in a supported community environment.
Community Residential Support Services allow you to live in a home-like setting in your community, while receiving support for up to 24 hours a day. This might include help with things like:
- shopping
- preparing and cooking meals
- household chores such as washing your clothes and vacuuming
- your personal cares such as eating and drinking, getting dressed and undressed, and taking a shower
- getting out and doing things in your neighbourhood, for example going to see a movie and visiting friends.
Paid staff are there to help with everyday activities and to find ways you can take part in your local community. This means having the opportunity to go to community places and groups, leisure activities and being able to socialise and meet other people.
Can I get Community Residential Support Services?
You may be able to get Community Residential Support services if you:
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are a
- are under 65 years old
- have a long-term disability which isn’t covered by ACC.
Talk to your local Needs Assessment Service Coordination organisation to learn more.
Resources
Community Residential Support Services – what you need to know
A Ministry of Health publication
Community Residential Support Services factsheet
A Ministry of Health publication
Page last updated: 17 May 2012
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