Our care is tailored to each patient’s individual needs

We care for people with any life-limiting condition, and provide support for their families/ whānau.

Inpatient care

Arohanui Hospice has a short stay inpatient unit (IPU) located in Palmerston North.
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Community Care

Most people like to be suppported in their own home for as long as possible when they have a life-limiting illness.
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Support Programmes

Creative living, day stays, care givers toolbox, bereavement support and more
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Volunteer

Volunteers fulfil many important roles and are highly valued members of the 
Arohanui Hospice team
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What we do

Annually, we provide care for more than 1100 patients throughout the region, and support for their families/whanau and those important to them.

A Beautiful Day Out for a Beautiful Cause

14–15 November 2025 | Palmerston North Gather your friends and mark your calendars: the much-loved Hearts & Homes fundraising tour is returning on 14–15 November 2025. Now in its 28th year, this two-day event invites you to step inside some of Manawatū’s most inspiring homes and gardens, while raising vital funds for Arohanui Hospice. This […]
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Driving Hospice Forward with Cartown’s Generosity

Arohanui Hospice Foundation is proud to share some exciting news that’s helping us go further in our community – thanks to the incredible generosity of Cartown, we have the use of a brand-new MG4 Essence 64kW electric vehicle for the year. This remarkable gift means more than just transport. The MG4 has been transformed into […]
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They do it for you when you can’t

Don Tamihana was losing weight. Quickly, and for no reason. No dieting, no lifestyle changes — his wife Christine got him to the doctor. “Twenty kilos. I ended up in hospital. They did all the scans and mri and tests… found cancer in my left kidney.” That left kidney was removed last September, with the […]
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Specialist palliative care in Manawatu, Rangitikei, Tararua, Horowhenua and Otaki

Our specialist palliative care services are delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of specialist medical and clinical health professionals, plus support staff, all working together to provide individual care for you and your family/whanau.
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A Beautiful Day Out for a Beautiful Cause

14–15 November 2025 | Palmerston North Gather your friends and mark your calendars: the much-loved Hearts & Homes fundraising tour is returning on 14–15 November 2025. Now in its 28th year, this two-day event invites you to step inside some of Manawatū’s most inspiring homes and gardens, while raising vital funds for Arohanui Hospice. This […]
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Arohanui Hospice Welcomes Four New Trustees to Strengthen Governance and Community Impact

Arohanui Hospice is proud to announce the appointment of four new trustees to its Board: Christina Gomes (Palmerston North), Andy Thompson (Tararua), Tomina Apiti (Horowhenua), and Daniel Goymer (Palmerston North). Together, they bring a wealth of experience, regional representation, and a deep personal commitment to the values and mission of Arohanui Hospice. Each trustee contributes […]
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📢 Join Our Board – Make a Difference in Hospice Care 💙

Arohanui Hospice is looking for passionate and skilled individuals to join our Board of Trustees. This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise and help shape the future of hospice care in our community. If you have governance experience and a commitment to meaningful end-of-life care, we’d love to hear from you. Find out more […]
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A little bit of paradise

For most people being at home while they are on their end of life journey is important to them; this is no different for Andy and it’s easy to see why. Andy and Tracy live in the old Raumai School which has been uniquely transformed into their home. They have over the years, shared their […]
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A little means a lot

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