Health Committee - Source Brief - Aged Care Inquiry 14 Recommendations
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June 2026
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Short Answer
The Government's formal response to the inquiry was tabled in Parliament on 10 March 2026 by Associate Minister of Health (Hon Casey Costello, NZ First).
Key Points
- •70,000+ New Zealanders currently living with dementia
- •Inadequacy of current dementia-specific bed capacity
Full Summary & Notes
The Government's formal response to the inquiry was tabled in Parliament on 10 March 2026 by Associate Minister of Health (Hon Casey Costello, NZ First). The response outlined the Government's position on each of the 14 recommendations, noting areas of agreement, partial agreement, and further work required. The inquiry placed particular emphasis on dementia care, reflecting: - 70,000+ New Zealanders currently living with dementia - Projected rapid growth as population ages - Inadequacy of current dementia-specific bed capacity - Need for dedicated dementia funding stream (Alzheimers NZ position) - Training requirements for aged care workforce to manage dementia-related behaviours - Interface with the Mental Health Bill — new legislative framework affecting care of older people with dementia
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