Hospice Whanganui provides care and support to over 300 patients and their whānau every year. Whether you are young or old, and whatever life-limiting illness you may have, our specialist team provides care to you and your family. Most of our care is provided in our patients’ and families’ own homes or care facility, but you can choose where to see us.
Our services run 24/7 and are Free of Charge.
Caring for you
You may be referred to Hospice Whanganui because you have an illness that can no longer be cured. This may be cancer, or other illnesses such as Heart Failure, Multiple Sclerosis, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), or Motor Neurone Disease, for example.
We believe that everyone should have the choice to remain in control of their own lives and the care they receive right until the end. Our practice is based on a model called Te Whare Tapa Whā (The Four Pillars of a House).
These four pillars are our Physical, Emotional, Family and Spiritual Needs and we believe all of these are equally important for us to live well. Our team therefore has specialists in all of these areas to ensure you and your whānau can live a full and joyful life, on your terms, right till the end.
Caring for the whole whānau
Whānau and friends are often a critical support network to their loved one who has a life-limiting illness. They may provide some of their care, or walk alongside them to provide emotional support and encouragement along the way. Hospice is here to provide advice and support to them too.
Whānau are often the primary carers for someone with a life-limiting illness. Much more than this, they are the emotional and spiritual support for their loved one as they walk alongside them.
Hospice has an amazing team of specialist social workers, whānau navigators and chaplains who will work with you in a culturally and spiritually appropriate way to provide the support and advice you need along the way, and as you grieve for your loved one once they have passed.