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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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Working Together

Strong partnerships help ensure patients and whānau receive seamless, compassionate care. Learn how Hospice Whanganui and Hato Hone St John work together to support people when it matters most....
Posted: 13 July 2026
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A Sweet Gesture of Care

Every fortnight, Good Bitches Baking volunteers provide home baking for Hospice Whanganui patients. It’s a simple act of kindness that brings comfort, connection, and a reminder that our community cares....
Posted: 22 June 2026
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A Day in the Life

Health Care Assistants play a vital role in Hospice Whanganui’s patient- and whānau-led service. In this story, Whina Broughton shares what a day in the life of an HCA looks...
Posted: 16 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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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