Gaining a better understanding of the MSD’s Disability Allowance

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Gaining a better understanding of the MSD’s Disability Allowance

Cathy Stephenson

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The Disability Allowance covers the costs of gardening and lawn mowing if the person, or another resident in the home, is unable to do these tasks [Image: Jared Muller on Unsplash]

The Ministry of Social Development’s principal health advisor Cathy Stephenson explains what you need to know about the costs that can be covered by the Disability Allowance

This Practice article has been endorsed by the RNZCGP and has been approved for up to 0.25 credits for continuing professional development purposes (1, Educate small, BACK panel - grey