The Muscular Dystrophy Association of New Zealand Inc. (MDANZ) is a member-led organisation established by New Zealanders with lived experience of neuromuscular conditions.

MDANZ supports individuals, families and whānau through a range of services:

  • In Touch Magazine
  • Funded Counselling service
    • up to 3 per year, more can be added on a case by case basis
    • Must be a registered MDANZ member, carer or supporter of a member, or an immediate family member
  • Bradley Jenkin Memorial Fund
    • Discretionary grants to help members access opportunities and specialised resources
  • Duke of Edinburgh's Hillary Award
    • Provides funding and direct support for members aged between 14-24 who want to take on the challenge
  • Alert Cards
    • Wallet sized alert cards to help in emergency situations
  • Resource Library
  • Pneumonia Vaccine Funding
    • Reimbursement programme offered to members
  • Fieldworkers (See below)

 

They have three regional branches - Northern, Central,  Southern. These regional bases have fieldworkers that will provide personalized support and education, as well as location based newsletters and events.

This could include:

  • support through diagnosis
  • walking alongside during times of grief and change
  • offering information and advice about condition(s)
  • facilitating service access through referrals or advocacy
  • reducing isolation by connecting people with similar experiences
  • educating your community (teachers, health professionals, or disability support staff) inorder to provide better services and assis
Region: Otago
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Hours

Monday : 24/7

Tuesday : 24/7

Wednesday : 24/7

Thursday : 24/7

Friday : 24/7

Saturday : 24/7

Sunday : 24/7

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