Rose Wall

Analysis of complaints about residential disability support services over the past five years offers critical recommendations for enhancing the quality of support for disabled people, writes Rose Wall

Late last year, the health and disability commissioner suggested changes to the rules for when research can occur involving adults unable to consent for themselves

The number of people with dementia in New Zealand has risen by 30 per cent in six years and, by 2050, it is projected to reach at least 150,000. It may mean more people are detained in secure aged-care facilities when they do not have a welfare guardian or activated Enduring Power of Attorney. What are their rights? Deputy commissioner, disability Rose Wall writes

Pain management is one of the more common complaints the HDC receives about residential aged-care facilities. Rose Wall provides an example of where a service can fail a consumer in this area