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We are committed to positively impacting the lives of the elderly and people with disabilities

13/04/2026

We hope everyone is safe and sound after yesterday’s cyclone!

It’s been a tough time for many, and our thoughts are with anyone impacted.

A huge shout out to our local council - Te Kaunihera ā-rohe o Whakatāne - Whakatāne District Council and Radio 1XX for their amazing communication and keeping our community informed throughout.

And a massive thank you to our emergency services, civil defence teams, and everyone who was out there in those conditions making sure our community stayed safe. Your dedication does not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful.

Please take care, check in on one another, and reach out if you need support 🤍

09/04/2026

Scooters all lined up for a great day!

We loved bringing the community together for our recent Mobility Scooter Safety Session, a chance to learn, connect, and build confidence out and about.

A big thank you to everyone who came along, asked questions, and shared in the kōrero.

Thank you to Richard from Eastern Bay Road Safety Programme, Jane from Neighbourhood Support Whakatane, Rob and Mike from NZ Police.

Together, we’re helping create a safer, more connected community.

👉 Need a hi-vis flag for your scooter? If you are located in the Eastern Bay, get in touch — available while stocks last.

Keep an eye out for more events coming soon!

31/03/2026

Are you a carer? This is for you. 💛

Caring for someone you love is important mahi — but you deserve support too.

Join our FREE online hui with Carers New Zealand and pick up practical tips, tools, and support for your caring journey.

Real talk. Real tools. Real support.

📅 Wednesday 22 April
⏰ 11.00 am - 12.30 pm
💻 Online (register to get the link)

📩 Register: information@drct.co.nz

📞 0800 227 363

👉 Please share with carers and whānau who might need this

24/03/2026

Not sure what the next step looks like for you or your whānau?

The FREE Where From Here – He Ara Whakamua guide is here to help

Packed with local services, care options, and practical advice to support informed decisions.

📍 Available now at the Disabilities Resource Centre, 141 King Street, Whakatāne
🌐 Or download: www.eldernet.co.nz/where-from-here

18/03/2026

Awesome mahi by the Te Mārama rōpū from Trident High School and HALO Whakatane!

Creating an accessible platform like this helps ensure everyone in our community can participate, connect, and feel included. Small changes can make a big difference.

Thank you for helping make our community more accessible for all.

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi.
With your basket and my basket, the people will thrive.

12/03/2026

Mobility Scooter Users – Come Along for a Cuppa & Chat!

The Disabilities Resource Centre Trust invites mobility scooter users to join us for a relaxed Mobility Scooter Safety Session.

We will be joined by New Zealand Police, Eastern Bay Road Safety Programme and Neighbourhood Support Whakatane who will be there to share advice and chat with you about staying safe and visible while travelling around our community.

There will also be some safety giveaways on the day.

📍 Disabilities Resource Centre, 141 King Street, Whakatāne
📅 Thursday 2 April 2026
⏰ Drop in anytime between 11.00 am – 1.00 pm

All mobility scooter users, whānau, and carers are welcome to attend.

For more information contact our Information Services Co-ordinator. Phone: 0800 227 363 or email: information@drct.co.nz

11/03/2026

Flexible funding changes
Changes from 1 April 2026 will give more choice, control and certainty to people who use flexible funding.

The changes affect people who get flexible funding – including Individualised Funding, Carer Support and some hosted Enabling Good Lives Personal Budgets. The changes do not apply to (Choice in Community Living.)

The changes reflect feedback from the disability community during consultation in 2025.

From 1 April:

• People’s allocated budgets for flexible funding will continue the same as they are now.
• The purchasing rules for flexible funding will be removed.
• There will be more support to help people manage their flexible funding in line with their plan.

For more information visit: https://www.disabilitysupport.govt.nz/disabled-people/improvements-to-disability-support-services/flexible-funding-changes?fbclid=IwY2xjawQcUsJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF5Umd3eXBrUzBFY0dqa2Mwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgVB8_drEukzGzC69rmWX-nvioKnIsaMwrl7CjFZ9bo1YInzucPFaUhEspZ5_aem_cfFPjPH9TQzTTEdWsH3acQ

24/02/2026

You might have heard Drop, Cover, Hold but what matters most is doing what works for you.
Whether you use a cane, walker, or wheelchair, there are safe options to help protect your body and reduce injury during shaking.

Preparedness is not about fear, it is about knowing your options and feeling more confident if the unexpected happens.

19/02/2026

New here? Kia ora and welcome!

We’re here for you and your whānau, and we’re 100% committed to making life easier for older people and people with disabilities across the Eastern & Western Bay.

Who are we?
We’re a big (and pretty awesome) team - from support workers out in the community every day, to our Home Care team, Vocational, Information services, Supported Independent Living (SIL) service, Brain Injury, COPD, and Post-Polio Support.
And of course, our Clinical, Admin crew and Leadership Team who keep everything connected and running smoothly.

📍 Where to find us
• Whakatāne Hub: 141 King Street
(Home to our leadership team, EBOP Home Care, Vocational, Information Service, SIL, Clinical and Admin teams)
• Mount Maunganui: 52 Girven Road
(Where our WBOP Home Care and Clinical teams are based)

📞 Get in touch
• Free call: 0800 227 363
• Email: information@drct.co.nz
• Website: www.drct.co.nz — with info on our services, plus helpful resources and fact sheets

Whether you are looking for support, information, or a great team to work with — we’ve got you.

15/02/2026

Did you know when you use a health or disability service in New Zealand, you have the protection of a Code of Rights?

The Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers Rights provides the following 10 rights:

1) Respect – Mana
2) Fair Treatment – Manaakitanga
3) Dignity and independence – Tū rangatira motuhake
4) Appropriate standards – Tautikanga
5) Effective communication – Whakawhitiwhitinga Whakaaro
6) Information – Whakamōhio
7) Choice and consent – Whakaritenga mōu ake
8 ) Support – Tautoko
9) Rights during teaching and research – Ako me te rangahau
10) Your complaints taken seriously - Amuamu

The Health and Disability Commissioner have published a Tri-language poster – English, Te Reo Māori and NZSL. How awesome is that! Ka mau te wehi!

Address

141-143 King Street, Whakatane East
Whakatane
3120

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+6473071447

Website

http://www.drct.co.nz/

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