ORGANISATION PROFILE
The Salvation Army HomeCare Service (HomeCare) has been in operation since 1995.The programme is managed from the National Office in Hamilton, where the Chief Executive, Finance, Payroll, IT teams are domiciled.
HomeCare operates in the home and community sector. Funding is mainly via health funding agencies i.e. DHBs, MoH and ACC (subcontract), Waitemata, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Lakes DHBs. There are also a small number of private payers.
Approximately 5,000 clients are supported by approximately 900 support workers.
HomeCare has gained full 3 year certification against the NZS8158:2012 Home and Community Sector Standard, having previously been certified against the 2003 standard.
HomeCare is also committed to training our staff to ensure that they are competent to deliver their cares.
The Salvation Army Homecare Vision
1st Choice in supporting independence.
The Salvation Army Homecare Mission Statement
�Together;� preserving independence, dignity and quality of life for people living at home requiring support.
The Salvation Army HomeCare Values
Together, we commit to the following:-
1. Communicating in an open, honest way that promotes effective discussion and decision making.
2. Encouraging people to further develop their potential and promote innovative ideas.
3. Acting with Integrity, being individually accountable for our roles, and collectively responsible for pursuing our mission.
4. Recognising and respecting the diversity of each individual.
5. Striving for Continuous Quality Improvement.
6. Recognising and Celebrating Success.
7. Flexibility in an environment of continuous change.
8. Financial Sustainability.
Regional Offices are:
National Office and Hamilton Branch
71, Seddon Road, Hamilton
Auckland Branch
Albany Corps, 90 Rosedale Road, Albany
Bay of Plenty Branch
375 Cameron Rd, Tauranga
