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Financial Assistance

Who can get it

You may get Home Help if you have had a multiple birth or have adopted three or more children.

You may also get it if you have a domestic emergency or need domestic support.

If you have a domestic emergency or need domestic support it also depends on any money or assets you and your spouse or partner have. You must also:

• have no immediate family or anyone else living with you able to help you
• have a current Community Services Card.

You must be a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.

You should also normally live in New Zealand and intend to stay here.

This information is a guide only. Contact us to talk about your individual circumstances.

How much you can get

This depends on your current circumstances.

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How to apply

Contact us to talk about your circumstances and we’ll explain how to apply.  We’ll normally arrange a meeting with you and will tell you what you need to bring.