COVID-19 Advice for Māori

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On the website linked below you will find information and resources specifically for Māori about the COVID-19 pandemic. This information has been developed by leading…

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COVID-19 for health professionals

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We know that is could be a worrying time for people and their families as we adapt to the necessary changes to prevent further spread…

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Official COVID-19 website

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This government website has everything you need to know about COVID-19 in one place. Learn the simple steps you can take to unite against the…

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Ngāti Kahungunu support through COVID-19

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The mission of Ngāti Kahungunu is to enhance the mana and well-being of its people. During COVID-19 families need information and assurance that well-being can…

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Important notice 28 March 2020

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Thank you for support of Cranford Hospice. As a nation, we are responding to a rapidly changing environment as we unite against COVID-19. Our visitor…

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Retail Store update

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On Wednesday 25 March 2020, due to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), New Zealand Aotearoa has entered a State of Emergency. . This means that effective immediately, all…

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When no funeral or tangi can be held

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Not being able to have a funeral, tangi or farewell gathering for a loved one or friend can be extremely distressing and painful. However, until…

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What’s it like to die?

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Death seems to have become a difficult topic for a lot of people. Many of us have lost the knowledge about what happens, what to…

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Kia kōrero | Let’s talk advance care planning

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Advance care planning helps you, the important people in your life and your health care team plan for your end-of-life care. It helps you understand…

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Mental Health & Wellbeing

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These websites also have some useful resources on Mental Health & Wellbeing: The Health Navigator website. This website includes reviews on some mental health and…

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A Guide for Carers, Hospice NZ

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There are many people who are caring for someone who is dying throughout New Zealand. Sometimes it can be difficult to know what to do…

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Carers NZ Website

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Do you often assist a family, whänau or aiga member or friend with everyday activities? You may not see yourself as a “carer” – perhaps…

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5 ways to help someone who is grieving

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Hospice NZ has created a range of 5 ways resources as part of the #weneedtotalkaboutdying campaign. Often it is hard to know the right words…

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5 myths about palliative care

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Hospice NZ has created a range of 5 ways resources as part of the #weneedtotalkaboutdying campaign. Often it is hard to know the right words…

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5 conversation starters with your family

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Hospice NZ has created a range of 5 ways resources as part of the #weneedtotalkaboutdying campaign. Often it is hard to know the right words…

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5 ways to talk to a child about death

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Hospice NZ has created a range of 5 ways resources as part of the #weneedtotalkaboutdying campaign. Often it is hard to know the right words…

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5 things you might not know about death

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Hospice NZ has created a range of 5 ways resources as part of the #weneedtotalkaboutdying campaign. Often it is hard to know the right words…

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What worries people about dying?

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Hospice NZ asked some hospice staff from around the country what people talk about most often when it comes to worries about death and dying. …

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Coronavirus: dealing with bereavement and grief

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During the global coronavirus pandemic we are dealing with death, often under very difficult circumstances. Bereaved people may have to deal with increased trauma, and…

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Annual Appeal Update

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The difficult decision has been made to not go ahead with our Annual Street Collection, which was scheduled for the 26-28 March. Last year this…

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Education courses postponed

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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cranford Hospice has made the decision to postpone all education sessions. This decision will be reviewed at the end…

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Annual Appeal March 2020

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Will your organisation show support for our 2020 Annual Appeal this March and Go Orange for Cranford? Every dollar makes a difference! The month will…

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New Cranford Hospice location signed off – HB Today article

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Cranford Hospice has been granted the title for a 5.82-hectare piece of land for a new Hawke’s Bay hospice site. The Chesterhope Station site in…

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Supporters: Terry Longley & Son

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Terry Longley & Son Funeral Services are longstanding supporters of Cranford Hospice. Terry Longley Snr was there when Cranford Hospice opened in 1982, and they…

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News: Annual Report 2018/19

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Cranford Hospice’s Annual Report for the 2018/19 Financial Year is now available to view online The common theme this year has been Whiria te tāngata, a…

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News: Cranford Hospice $241,100 better off – Hawke’s Bay Today article

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Cranford Hospice is $241,100 better off thanks to the generosity of wineries and bidders who put their hands up at this year’s Hawke’s Bay Wine…

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News: Excellence in Person and Whānau Centred Care Award

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Cranford Hospice, alongside the Hawke’s Bay Distict Health Board renal service, specialist palliative care team, Māori Health and pastoral care team and Primary Care General…

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Supporters: Farmers Christmas campaign

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Farmers stores around the country are supporting their local hospices this Christmas through the sale of the annual bauble, and the Trees of Remembrance. The…

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News: Aroha Spring Newsletter 2019

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The difference you’re making in the lives of people being cared for by Hospice I know that it can feel overwhelming when there are so…

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News: Our Gazebo was yarn-bombed!

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“From wonderful volunteers, staff, high schools, and even someone amazing in Australia, the response has been wonderful and we couldn’t be more grateful to those…

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News: To my dear best friend, Hospice

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“As is the nature of a true friend, Hospice learnt quickly our needs and hearts desires and did everything to both meet the needs and…

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News: Humanity is the best medicine of all

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“I am not the same doctor – and, indeed, the same person – who walked through the front doors three months ago … Yes, I…

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News: Making a difference on our life journey

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“ Sometimes it’s hard, sometimes it’s easy. We cry, we laugh. Often a hug is all that is needed but then often the whole day…

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News: Celebrating life – Dene’s Story

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“I wasn’t told that I need to finish work. That’s a big one, because work is my passion. I’m a teacher and work with kids….

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News: #Shop4Good takeover a success

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On Saturday 37 local businesses took over the Cranford Hospice Hastings Store as part of their #Shop4Good Family Fun Day, raising a record breaking $13,305!…

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Supporters: NZ Community Trust

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The NZ Community Trust has generously supported our Volunteer Coordinator role. Since this grant was received, our weekly volunteer gardeners won the 2019 Group Award…

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Supporters: Pub Charity Limited

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The support from Pub Charity’s makes a real difference in the lives of people being cared for by Cranford Hospice. As one of our major…

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Supporters: Hastings Karamu Rotary Club

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Founded in 1976 by a group of friends who wanted to make a difference in the Hawke’s Bay community the Hastings Karamu Rotary Club is…

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Supporters: BNI

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An incredible $284,552 was raised for New Zealand hospices in 2018 thanks to a very special partnership between BNI New Zealand and Hospice NZ. In…

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Supporters: Farmers

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In the weeks leading up to Christmas, Farmers customers are given the opportunity to remember someone special to them by making a donation or buying…

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Supporters: Hawke’s Bay Foundation

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We are thankful for the support of the Hawke’s Bay Foundation over the past couple of years. Most recently, they have contributed a grant towards…

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Event: Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Pretasting

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When: 19/08/2020 Where: Napier Conference Centre Time: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Entry fees: $35pp+GST

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Event: Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Main

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When: 19/09/2020 Where: Hawke's Bay Opera House Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Entry fees: $60pp + gst

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New Hospice: Views over Chesterhope

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Please take a moment to check out the views over the proposed New Hospice site at Chesterhope. Chesterhope is located midway between Napier and Hastings. …

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News: Fay’s Charity Headshave

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Bolder than most, Fay is rocking a shaved head in support of Cranford Hospice! We were so grateful to be part of Fay’s head-shave recently,…

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News: “Everyone was like family.” Cath’s story

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One of our volunteers, Cath, recalls the journey she went on with her husband Chris when he was cared for by Cranford Hospice. “I’ve never…

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News: HB’s first Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

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Michelle Rodda has become the first palliative care nurse practitioner in Hawke’s Bay, something she’s been working on for the past two years with the…

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News: A new chapter for our Board

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Acting Chair for the Cranford Hospice Trust, Frane Rosandich, announced today the resignation of Board Chair Hayley Anderson and Board Members Lindsay Knowles and Roydon…

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Supporters: Craigs Investment Partners

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We have reached out to the Hawke’s Bay community this July asking them to help fund our nursing programme, and Craigs Investment Partners have come…

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Supporters: Grochem promotion

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In it’s first year running in 2018, Grochem pledged $35 to the Cranford and Nelson Tasman Hospice for every 1kg of Meteor sold, a leading…

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Supporters: Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction

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Established in 1991, The Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction is the oldest wine auction in New Zealand. It is now Cranford Hospice’s largest annual private contributor…

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Supporters: Hospice Holly Trail

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The Hospice Holly Trail was established in 2000 by a group of philanthropic women in order to raise funds for Cranford Hospice. To date, the…

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Supporters: Wildflower Sculpture Exhibition

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The inaugural Wildflower Sculpture Exhibition was held in 2008. Over the six five-day exhibitions in 2008, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016 and 2018, around 27,000 visitors…

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Supporters: British American Motorcycle Club

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The Hawke’s Bay American Motorcycle Club (BAMC) consists of an array of professional enthusiasts that enjoy the road trip. The BAMC also organises the biannual…

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Ways to cope with grief

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Grief is a normal process. It is the process of adjusting to your loss, and learning to live without a loved one in your life….

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Te Hokianga ā Wairua, End of Life Service

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Nobody really wants to think about the end of their life, but knowing what to include in your plans is a good place to start….

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Annual Appeal March 2020

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Cranford Hospice is the local hospice for Hawke’s Bay, and this March we are asking for people to show their support for our 2020 Annual…

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