Cultural Support

We are committed to engaging with family and whanau, understanding cultural differences, rituals and practices in order to make the experience of every patient and their loved ones, memorable, respectful, complete. The Kai Whakamaru is available to provide support, protection and advocacy for patients and their whanau, throughout their hospice journey, ensuring your cultural, emotional,…

Child, Adolescent and Family Services

Part of our service is providing specialist support for children, adolescents and families throughout the time of care and beyond. There are a number of ways we provide this support depending on the specific needs of children, adolescents and families, such as: Providing parents and caregivers with information and access to resources Counselling support for…

Caregiver Education Programme

We offer a free Caregiver Education Programme for families and friends as carers of their loved ones. Please contact Reception on 552 4380 or email reception@waipuna-hospice.co.nz to register your interest. Click this link for more information about the programme: Caregiver Education Programme 2018  The dates for 2018 are: March 13, 20 and 27 June 12, 19 and…

Palliative Care for Health Care Assistants

Venue: Waipuna Hospice, 43 Te Puna Station Road, Tauranga. Date (or dates):  Thursday 8th February 2024 9:00am – 4:30pm Tuesday 30th April 2024 9:00am – 4:30pm Wednesday 3rd July 2024 9:00am – 4:30pm Tuesday 15th October 2024  9:00am – 4:30pm Cost: $40.00 per person (GST Inclusive). Additional information: Training workbooks and certificates are provided. A…

Palliative Care Clinical Skills Series for Nurses

A series of educational workshops for nurses covering management of wounds, pain, nausea & vomiting, dyspnoea, delirium and last days of life. Participants will have the opportunity to put learning into practice through interactive case-based group activities. Cost $10 per person per workshop. Please apply online using the form below Assessing and Managing Pain in Palliative…

Palliative Care Study Day: Delivering Compassionate Care Together

SOLD OUT! Welcome to the Palliative Care Study Day: Delivering Compassionate Care Together Date: Wednesday 6th March Time: 9 am – 4.30 pm   A one-day education session navigating some common physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of palliative care. Target audience: Registered Nurses, Allied Health, Practice Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, GPs and any health professionals with…