CARINGSTAY
About
Learn more about CaringStay, our hosts, our supporters who come to you, and the help we offer across Aotearoa.
We’re there to lend a hand, to hold a hand, and to make your days a little better.
At Caring Stay, we’re a team of ordinary, decent Kiwis, with a common goal: to give back, to show support, to help. Our approach is simple—we’re here to lend a friendly hand and offer a space that feels supportive and welcoming. Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or for a loved one, we’re glad to have you with us.
About Lizzie
Lizzie Scott was born in Oamaru in 1963, and educated at Waitaki Girls’ High School and Otago University.
The founder of CaringStay, she has experienced the need for resilience first hand.
After earning degrees in French and Commerce, Lizzie embarked on a career in the corporate world with IBM in Wellington. However, her life took an unexpected turn when, at 26, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This obviously changed everything, and led her to want help others.
In 2020, after 30 years' working abroad, she returned to New Zealand as her father was terminally ill. She saw a gap in the healthcare system—a lack of support for patients transitioning from hospital care to independent living. This led to the birth of CaringStay.
Today, she is dedicated to helping others regain their strength and independence through recovery care that feels personal.
The Development of CaringStay
CaringStay began with a clear mission: to offer a supportive place for individuals leaving the hospital who weren’t quite ready to return home. We matched them with hosts—often retired people with a spare room—who could provide comfort and non-medical care. This service remains at the heart of what we do and continues to grow.
We received frequent requests to expand our support into people’s own homes. This led to the second phase of our evolution: home-based care, CaringStay to You.
Across the country, we go to where the assistance is needed, and do things such as cooking, cleaning, and relieving the family caregivers.
We support those recovering from surgery, and assist with everyday tasks like walking the dog, running errands, child-care or simply offering companionship.
Our services continue to develop based on the needs of the community. We’re exploring new ways to provide support—stay tuned for updates as we grow to meet these needs.
We are committed to making care accessible and compassionate, wherever it’s needed.
Contact us
Tell us what you need: whether you need care at home or a peaceful place to recover, we can talk it through.