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A Day in the Life of Hospice Whanganui graphic showing a 24-hour snapshot of hospice activity, including home visits, phone calls, aged residential care support, whānau support, referrals, meetings and clinical work.

A Day in the Life

What happens in 24 hours at Hospice Whanganui? From home visits and phone calls to whānau support, clinical work and everything happening behind the scenes, this snapshot offers a glimpse into one busy day of hospice care.
Updated: 11 August 2026
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It Takes a Team

Discover how Hospice Whanganui’s integrated team works together to provide patient- and whānau-led palliative care. From nurses and doctors to Health Care Assistants, Whānau Support and volunteers, every role helps...
Posted: 6 July 2026
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The Future of Palliative Care

Hospice Whanganui is encouraging community conversation around the future of palliative care in Aotearoa, following a recent feature published by The Spinoff exploring growing demand for hospice services across New...
Posted: 1 June 2026
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The Gift of Choice

A powerful story of courage, choice, and compassionate care – following one whānau’s deeply personal journey and the support they received from Hospice Whanganui....
Posted: 13 April 2026
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Dying Reviews:

Dying Reviews shares real stories from people who are dying, caring, or grieving – offering insight into how end-of-life care can be improved through compassion, dignity, and understanding....
Posted: 2 February 2026
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The Gift of Care

A story of aroha, dignity, and holistic support. Lesley shares her whānau’s experience of care with Hospice Whanganui — from being welcomed with open hearts, to ongoing support that continues...
Posted: 12 January 2026
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When is the right time to call us?

Many people are unsure when to call hospice – but the truth is, earlier support can make a world of difference. Hospice Whanganui can walk alongside patients and whānau for...
Posted: 17 November 2025
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Hospice Whanganui on the Road

When people think of hospice care, they often picture a building. But for Hospice Whanganui, most of our work happens out in the community – in homes, aged-care facilities, and...
Posted: 27 October 2025
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5 Myths About Hospice Care – Busted

Many people believe hospice care is only for the very end of life – but that’s just one of the myths we hear every day. At Hospice Whanganui, care can...
Posted: 6 October 2025
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What Does Hospice Care Include?

Hospice care is more than medical support – it’s about comfort, dignity, and aroha for patients and their whānau. At Hospice Whanganui, care includes symptom management, emotional and spiritual support,...
Posted: 30 September 2025