Diabetes & Foot Care
Funded Foot Care for People with Diabetes
If you have diabetes, caring for your feet is essential — even small problems like dry skin or calluses can lead to serious complications. At Solecare, we’re part of the Canterbury Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention Programme, funded by Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, offering funded podiatry care to eligible people living with diabetes. ✅ Who Is Eligible?
You may qualify for four fully funded podiatry visits per year if you:
Are enrolled with a general practice in the Canterbury regionHave diabetesHave been referred by your GP or diabetes nurse, andMeet at least one of the following clinical risk criteria:
Previous foot ulcer or lower limb amputationLoss of protective sensation (confirmed using a 10g monofilament or vibration test)Peripheral arterial disease (e.g. weak or absent foot pulses, reduced ABPI or toe pressure, tissue loss etc) And one of the following Significant foot deformity** (e.g. Charcot foot, bunions, claw toes, flat feet)Very thick dystrophic toenails, involuted nails, mycotic nailsCultural, social or disability-related factors that place you at higher risk of complications
Note: You must be referred into the scheme by a registered health professional. 🩺 What’s Covered?
The funded service provides professional foot care and support aimed at reducing the risk of ulcers and amputations. It includes:
* A full foot health and risk assessment* Vascular and sensory testing* Diabetes-specific education and prevention advice* Nail and skin care (when clinically necessary)* Clinical documentation and feedback to your GP* Four visits per year (initial + 3 follow-ups)
What’s not included: Routine nail care for low-risk patients, footwear advice, orthotics, and treatment of non-diabetes-related issues are not part of the funded programme, but can be accessed privately.
💬 Why Solecare Podiatry?
* 🧼 **Sterilisation & infection control:** We follow NZ Standard AS 5369:2023 and use a hospital-grade vacuum autoclave.* 🎓 **Experienced podiatrists:** Our team has advanced training in diabetes-related foot care and prevention.* 🤝 **Culturally responsive care:** We welcome Māori and Pacific patients and their whānau, and are committed to providing equitable, respectful care for all.
📞 How Do I Get Referred?
Just ask your GP or diabetes nurse to send a referral to Solecare under the **Canterbury Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention Programme**. Once received and accepted, we’ll contact you directly to arrange your appointment.
❓ Questions?
If you’re unsure about eligibility or need help with the process, feel free to call us on 03 669 2506 or contact us. We’re happy to help. You are most welcome to bring a family/Whanau support/friend with you to the appointment. Solecare Podiatry respects everybody's cultural needs and sensitivities and will work with you to provide the best care and outcome. We welcome your feedback about our service. Solecare Podiatry provides services in a manner that complies with the Health and Disability Commissioner Act 1994, and with all aspects of the H&DC Code. a) right to be treated with respect for person, privacy and culture b) freedom from discrimination, coercion, harassment, and exploitation c) right to dignity and independence d) right to services of an appropriate standard including legal, professional, ethical e) right to effective communication f) right to be fully informed g) right to make an informed choice and give informed consent h) right to support person present i) rights in respect of teaching or research j) right to complain. We will facilitate support from whānau/hapu/iwi, kuia/kaumatua, rongoa practitioners, spiritual advisors, Māori staff and others as appropriate for Māori accessing our services. Please note that funding for diabetic foot care is very limited across New Zealand and we are not funded for missed appointments. Our standard terms apply when cancelling or rescheduling an appointment, please give us 24 hours notice. Under the terms of the scheme, we reserve the right to discharge people who have missed two appointments. Unfortunately, some people with diabetes will not meet the criteria for the funded scheme and will have to fund their own foot care. Our fees are very competitive and appointments are thorough. Depending on circumstances, some people may be able to get financial assistance from WINZ for ongoing care, we are happy to provide written quotes to assist with any application. For more information on Diabetic Foot healthOr see Healthinfo Tiaki Waewae mate hukaMena he mate huka koe, he mea tino nui te tirotiro i nga waewae. Ko te SoleCare Podiatry e whakarato ana i te tohungatanga, te atawhai ngawari hei awhina i te aukati i nga raru. Ko etahi o nga tangata e mate huka ana e tika ana mo te maimoatanga podiatry kua utua e te kawanatanga - patai ki to taakuta, nēhi ranei mo tetahi tohutoro. Ka tautoko matou i to hauora waewae i nga huarahi katoa. 糖尿病足部护理如果您患有糖尿病，定期进行足部检查非常重要。SoleCare Podiatry 提供专业、温和的护理，帮助您预防并发症。部分糖尿病患者有资格获得政府资助的足病治疗——请咨询您的家庭医生或护士，让他们为您发送转诊。我们将全程支持您的足部健康。 당뇨병과 발 건강 관리당뇨병이 있다면 정기적인 발 검진이 매우 중요합니다. SoleCare Podiatry는 전문적이고 섬세한 치료로 합병증을 예방하는 데 도움을 드립니다. 일부 당뇨병 환자는 정부 지원 발 치료를 받을 수 있습니다 — 담당 의사나 간호사에게 의뢰서를 보내달라고 요청하세요. 저희가 발 건강을 함께 지켜드리겠습니다.
If you have diabetes, caring for your feet is essential — even small problems like dry skin or calluses can lead to serious complications. At Solecare, we’re part of the Canterbury Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention Programme, funded by Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, offering funded podiatry care to eligible people living with diabetes. ✅ Who Is Eligible?
You may qualify for four fully funded podiatry visits per year if you:
Are enrolled with a general practice in the Canterbury regionHave diabetesHave been referred by your GP or diabetes nurse, andMeet at least one of the following clinical risk criteria:
Previous foot ulcer or lower limb amputationLoss of protective sensation (confirmed using a 10g monofilament or vibration test)Peripheral arterial disease (e.g. weak or absent foot pulses, reduced ABPI or toe pressure, tissue loss etc) And one of the following Significant foot deformity** (e.g. Charcot foot, bunions, claw toes, flat feet)Very thick dystrophic toenails, involuted nails, mycotic nailsCultural, social or disability-related factors that place you at higher risk of complications
Note: You must be referred into the scheme by a registered health professional. 🩺 What’s Covered?
The funded service provides professional foot care and support aimed at reducing the risk of ulcers and amputations. It includes:
* A full foot health and risk assessment* Vascular and sensory testing* Diabetes-specific education and prevention advice* Nail and skin care (when clinically necessary)* Clinical documentation and feedback to your GP* Four visits per year (initial + 3 follow-ups)
What’s not included: Routine nail care for low-risk patients, footwear advice, orthotics, and treatment of non-diabetes-related issues are not part of the funded programme, but can be accessed privately.
💬 Why Solecare Podiatry?
* 🧼 **Sterilisation & infection control:** We follow NZ Standard AS 5369:2023 and use a hospital-grade vacuum autoclave.* 🎓 **Experienced podiatrists:** Our team has advanced training in diabetes-related foot care and prevention.* 🤝 **Culturally responsive care:** We welcome Māori and Pacific patients and their whānau, and are committed to providing equitable, respectful care for all.
📞 How Do I Get Referred?
Just ask your GP or diabetes nurse to send a referral to Solecare under the **Canterbury Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention Programme**. Once received and accepted, we’ll contact you directly to arrange your appointment.
❓ Questions?
If you’re unsure about eligibility or need help with the process, feel free to call us on 03 669 2506 or contact us. We’re happy to help. You are most welcome to bring a family/Whanau support/friend with you to the appointment. Solecare Podiatry respects everybody's cultural needs and sensitivities and will work with you to provide the best care and outcome. We welcome your feedback about our service. Solecare Podiatry provides services in a manner that complies with the Health and Disability Commissioner Act 1994, and with all aspects of the H&DC Code. a) right to be treated with respect for person, privacy and culture b) freedom from discrimination, coercion, harassment, and exploitation c) right to dignity and independence d) right to services of an appropriate standard including legal, professional, ethical e) right to effective communication f) right to be fully informed g) right to make an informed choice and give informed consent h) right to support person present i) rights in respect of teaching or research j) right to complain. We will facilitate support from whānau/hapu/iwi, kuia/kaumatua, rongoa practitioners, spiritual advisors, Māori staff and others as appropriate for Māori accessing our services. Please note that funding for diabetic foot care is very limited across New Zealand and we are not funded for missed appointments. Our standard terms apply when cancelling or rescheduling an appointment, please give us 24 hours notice. Under the terms of the scheme, we reserve the right to discharge people who have missed two appointments. Unfortunately, some people with diabetes will not meet the criteria for the funded scheme and will have to fund their own foot care. Our fees are very competitive and appointments are thorough. Depending on circumstances, some people may be able to get financial assistance from WINZ for ongoing care, we are happy to provide written quotes to assist with any application. For more information on Diabetic Foot healthOr see Healthinfo Tiaki Waewae mate hukaMena he mate huka koe, he mea tino nui te tirotiro i nga waewae. Ko te SoleCare Podiatry e whakarato ana i te tohungatanga, te atawhai ngawari hei awhina i te aukati i nga raru. Ko etahi o nga tangata e mate huka ana e tika ana mo te maimoatanga podiatry kua utua e te kawanatanga - patai ki to taakuta, nēhi ranei mo tetahi tohutoro. Ka tautoko matou i to hauora waewae i nga huarahi katoa. 糖尿病足部护理如果您患有糖尿病，定期进行足部检查非常重要。SoleCare Podiatry 提供专业、温和的护理，帮助您预防并发症。部分糖尿病患者有资格获得政府资助的足病治疗——请咨询您的家庭医生或护士，让他们为您发送转诊。我们将全程支持您的足部健康。 당뇨병과 발 건강 관리당뇨병이 있다면 정기적인 발 검진이 매우 중요합니다. SoleCare Podiatry는 전문적이고 섬세한 치료로 합병증을 예방하는 데 도움을 드립니다. 일부 당뇨병 환자는 정부 지원 발 치료를 받을 수 있습니다 — 담당 의사나 간호사에게 의뢰서를 보내달라고 요청하세요. 저희가 발 건강을 함께 지켜드리겠습니다.
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