More about financial assistance
Here’s more information about the financial support you and your family may be able to get. It’s only a quick guide, and there are other conditions. If you’d like to know more, please contact us.
Debt Recovery Suspension
If your benefit has been cancelled because you have started paid employment you may be able to have any debt repayments suspended for up to three months. Talk to your Case Manager.
Emergency Benefit
If you’re in an emergency situation and need financial help but don’t qualify for another type of benefit, you may be able to get an Emergency Benefit. There are other conditions so talk with your Case Manager first.
Emergency Maintenance Allowance
If you don’t qualify for the Domestic Purposes or Widow’s benefits but are in an emergency situation and need financial help you may be able to get this allowance. You’ll need to meet certain conditions so please talk with your Case Manager about it.
SuperGold Card
The SuperGold Card will entitle you to discounts from participating businesses and give easy access to concessions on government and local authority services. This card will be sent to you automatically soon after your New Zealand Superannuation/Veteran’s Pension is granted. If you have a non-qualified partner included in your New Zealand Superannuation, they will also get a SuperGold Card.
