Hospice West Auckland Awareness Month

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Hospice West Auckland Awareness Month

“Thank you very much for your care of Dad. You were so kind and supportive. We really appreciate that you were there during such a difficult time. It was such a personal and intimate time and you almost became part of the family. Thanks for your advice and experience.”
- A West Auckland daughter


Help Hospice West Auckland during Hospice Awareness Month

“I invite West Aucklanders to visit us here at Te Atatu Peninsula and get a sense of what we’re all about,” says Hospice West Auckland CEO Barbara Williams. “Our nurses visited 6480 people in their homes last year, we have an incredibly enriching art therapy department, and the building is always a hive of activity with all the different people coming through and the groups being held here. We’re always surrounded by fun and laughter which reflects what we’re really about – living every moment.”

“Over 90% of people tell us they want to die at home surrounded by their loved ones,” says Williams. “We do our very best to honour peoples wishes and ensure they have choices. We also support their carers and families throughout this time. As we walk beside you, through the laughter and tears, we make the most of each day – we live every moment. It’s about westies helping westies”