Florence Nightingale Agency

Community Health Service

Today

46 Kelvin Street, Invercargill

Open today 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Description

At the Florence Nightingale Agency, we specialise in delivering high-quality, compassionate in-home care tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual.

Based in Christchurch/Ōtautahi and proudly serving Nelson/Whakatū, Marlborough/Te Tauihu, Otago/Ōtākou, and Southland/Murihiku, we provide dependable, person-centred support that fosters dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

Our approach is inclusive and culturally responsive, reflecting each kiritaki’s identity, aspirations, and lived experiences. We are committed to creating culturally safe environments for kiritaki, whānau, and employees, ensuring all interactions are grounded in trust, respect, and equity.

We offer a range of flexible services designed to fit your lifestyle including:

Staff

Our friendly and professional team of Care Coordinators and Registered Nurses go the extra mile to ensure you have the right support at the right time.
Our caregivers are selected for their warmth and empathy, and are trained to the latest NZ recognised standards for Home and Community Support services.
With experienced Registered Nurses, you can rest assured that you will have ongoing clinical planning and oversight at all times.

Meet our team here

Ages

Adult / Pakeke, Child / Tamariki, Older adult / Kaumātua, Youth / Rangatahi

How do I access this service?

Anyone can access, Home visit provider, Contact us, Referral

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Fees apply

Hours

46 Kelvin Street, Invercargill

Open today 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM.

Mon – Fri	8:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Phone support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Languages Spoken

English

Services Provided

Home support

Home support services provide support with household tasks and personal care to help you live independently at home.

Home support carers
Home visits
Needs assessment
Assistance with bathing/hygiene

Home support services provide support with household tasks and personal care to help you live independently at home.

Individualised funding for people living with a disability

Individualised funding allows people living with a disability to have more choice and flexibility in how they are supported. This funding model gives you the option to choose who provides your support and how and when you use it.

Community nursing

Services we offer: Wound care management Medication administration Continence care Nursing assessments and care planning Health education and promotion Private nursing services (by arrangement) ACC Nursing Services

Wound care
Medication administration
Continence
Case management

Services we offer:

Wound care management
Medication administration
Continence care
Nursing assessments and care planning
Health education and promotion
Private nursing services (by arrangement)
ACC Nursing Services

Immunisation

Immunisation is the safest and most effective way to provide protection for you and your tamariki’s health. For more information view the NZ immunisation schedule.

Diphtheria / Tetanus / Pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine
Workplace flu vaccinations
Adult flu vaccine

Immunisation is the safest and most effective way to provide protection for you and your tamariki’s health. For more information view the NZ immunisation schedule.

Living My Life programme

Living My Life empowers kiritaki to take the lead in decisions about their care and support, aligning with the Enabling Good Lives principles. Read more here

Information, education & support

Provision of information, guidance, advice, and resources.

Injury support services

Support with advice and assistance for the day-to-day management of your injury and regaining independence.