Health Professionals

For many patients remaining at home in familiar surroundings is not only comforting but often the preferred option.

Support your patients to access quality in-home care. Refer them to Visionwest Home Healthcare.

Why refer your patients for in-home care and support?

Receiving care at home helps people stay connected to their routines, loved ones, and community – supporting emotional wellbeing and independence while easing pressure on whānau and healthcare services.

1. Enhanced Recovery in a Familiar Environment
In-home healthcare supports recovery and long-term wellbeing by providing personalised care within the comfort of a patient’s own home. This familiar setting often promotes better adherence to treatment and rehabilitation plans.

2. Early Detection and Preventive Care
Regular in-home visits allow healthcare professionals to identify potential health concerns early, helping to prevent complications, emergency department visits, or hospital re-admissions.

3. Promoting Independence and Dignity
By assisting with daily activities and offering meaningful companionship, home healthcare helps clients maintain independence, dignity, and confidence, while also easing the pressure on families and caregivers.

4. Coordinated, Wrap-Around Support
Visionwest can work alongside medical professionals to provide integrated care that supports both clinical needs and overall wellbeing.

Why choose Visionwest Home Healthcare?

Visionwest Home Healthcare is part of Visionwest Community Trust, one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading not-for-profit charitable trusts. Our wider services include housing, food support, counselling, youth development, financial mentoring, and early childhood education.

Since 1991, we’ve provided trusted in-home care across West and North Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Rotorua and Taupō.  Our 1,200+ trained Support Workers support more than 7,500 people with personalised care.

With over 30 years of experience, Visionwest help’s people remain independent in the comfort of their own home.

Work with us to ensure your patients receive the support they need – in the place where they feel most at ease.

How to make a referral

Help your patients access extra support at home.

If you have a patient who you think would benefit from in-home healthcare support, you can refer them to NASC (Needs Assessment Service Coordination Association) or write a letter of recommendation to ACC for an injury or accident.

Or contact our friendly team for more information.

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