Become a Whānau Carer

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Become a Whānau Carer with Geneva Healthcare

If you’re supporting a loved one at home, did you know that you can turn that care into a meaningful career? We can help you to get the training, recognition, and support you need, all while you continue to care for someone you love.

What is a Whānau Carer?

A whānau carer is someone who provides day-to-day support to a family member or loved one who has a disability, health condition, or injury. This might include helping with personal care, meal preparation, transport, medication, or simply being there to support their independence at home.

Through government-funded programmes and partnerships with Geneva Healthcare, many whānau carers may be eligible for training, financial support, and the chance to become a paid support worker.

Get in touch with us to learn more.

Why become a whānau carer with Geneva Healthcare?

We believe in recognising the vital role families play in caring for their loved ones. When you become a whānau carer with us, you’re not alone: you’ll receive guidance, training, and ongoing support.

Earn while you care

In some cases, whānau carers may be eligible to receive payment for the care they provide.

Free training and qualifications

Gain nationally recognised health and wellbeing qualifications through our partner MySkill.

Ongoing support

Our team will guide you through the process and provide resources and mentoring.

A recognised career pathway

Many of our whānau carers build long-term careers in healthcare.

Flexible support

Designed to work around your whānau and personal commitments.

Who can become a whānau carer?

You may be able to become a whānau carer if:

You’re already providing care to a family member or loved one who needs support.
The person you support receives funding from the Ministry of Health or ACC.
You’re willing to complete basic training to ensure safe and high-quality care.

Our team can help you understand what options are available and guide you through the application and onboarding process.

Training and career development

Geneva Healthcare partners with MySkill, a leading health training provider, to offer free NZQA-recognised training. This gives you skills, confidence, and formal qualifications to provide the best care possible, and build a solid career in the health sector if you choose to.

Many whānau carers go on to become qualified support workers, coordinators, or end up pursuing nursing and allied health roles.

Frequently asked questions

In some cases, yes. Depending on the person’s funding (such as Ministry of Health or ACC), you may be eligible to be paid for the care you provide. Our team can help you understand what funding you may qualify for.

No prior qualifications are required. We provide free training to help you build skills and confidence in your caring role.

Yes. Through MySkill, whānau carers can complete free NZQA-recognised training in health and wellbeing.

Absolutely. Many of our whānau carers go on to build rewarding careers in the healthcare sector. We offer clear pathways into support work, nursing, and other health roles.

Become a Whānau Carer