80587 (2024). Dr Tracey McLellan to the Associate Minister of Health

80587 (2024). Dr Tracey McLellan to the Associate Minister of Health: What steps has she taken, if any, to ensure that shortages in psychogeriatric care beds across the country are addressed urgently, as outlined in Recommendation 6 of the Aged Care Commissioner's March 2024 report?

Hon Casey Costello: I am advised that Health New Zealand's Aged Care Funding and Service Models Review is looking at ways to ensure there is the right capacity and capability to meet these needs over time. The review aims to provide recommendations to improve the sustainability, accessibility, and quality of residential care facilities so that they meet the diverse needs of older adults to ensure equity of access and outcomes across New Zealand.