Two of our Inpatient Unit nurses went to the Dementia Care New Zealand conference to learn more about what this means for our community.
My boy & me
Before Linda’s diagnosis she’d never heard of MND and hopes that by sharing her story others will understand her illness better.
Hospice shoppers make life better
When you’re enjoying that tea out of a mug you purchased at a hospice shop, remind yourself of the difference you’ve made!
Volunteer Profile: Nancy Sirisena, Community Visitor
As a community visitor providing companionship to Harbour Hospice patients, Nancy believes she receives far more than she gives.
Volunteer Profile: Bob Wainhouse, Day Programme Entertainer
Patients who attend day programmes at North Shore and Hibiscus House enjoy a live concert of popular songs at every session because a friend of Bob’s disliked classical music.
Chaplains comfortable with silence
We work with people of all faiths and no faith. Everyone has a spiritual aspect to their lives and for some, coming into hospice care provides a first ever opportunity to explore life at a deeper level.
Hospice support helped Debbie keep Alan at home
Family members caring for a loved one at home often describe Hospice as a lifeline.
Volunteer Profile: Jan Adams, Fundraiser
Jan has been a key organiser of the Kitchen Tour, fashion parades, home and garden tours, garden parties and art shows, all while raising a young family and running her pharmacy in Albany.
