A Lost Generation of the Poor & Old

There's a "lost generation" caught between New Zealand's old pension model and modern KiwiSaver, signalling a dire need for aged care reform.

Delving into the state of aged care services, Dr Bonnie Robinson reports a diminishing ability to meet current and escalating demand for geriatric healthcare and welfare support. The Salvation Army's Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit director says we can no longer operate under the assumption that Kiwis will reach the age of 65 years mortgage-free with a comfortable annual pension.

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