In August this year, Nelson Tasman Hospice Clinical Nurse Specialist & Palliative Care Nurse Educator, Annie Wallace, spent some time in Rarotonga providing palliative care education at the invitation of Te Marae Ora – Ministry of Health Cook Islands. …
Nelson Pine Industries Limited continues to demonstrate their commitment to our community by supporting specialist palliative care in the region. Since the early 2000’s, the entire staff at Nelson Pine Industries Limited (NPIL) have forgone a Christmas ham in order…
On a perfect spring day, the community gathered for a remarkable event that not only celebrated the spirit of camaraderie but also demonstrated unwavering support for a vital cause. The annual Keir Wilkinson Memorial Golf Tournament 2023 held at a…
As we gear up for the Nelson Tasman Hospice’s Wedding Pop-Up Shop, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to the incredible individuals and businesses who have generously supported us in bringing this event to life.…
Know us for when you need us Irvina Koefoed – Physiotherapist What is your role at Nelson Tasman Hospice? I am a Hospice Physiotherapist and help people continue to live as independently as they can despite their diagnosis, aiming to…
June Scales was raised at a High Country Station in Tekapo. Very much a hands-on, spending long days mustering and sleeping outside in all types of weather childhood, she was brought up driving a grader, trucks, and other types of…
Know us for when you need us Barry Howell – Equipment & Maintenance Coordinator What does a day look like for you? Working days for me at Nelson Tasman Hospice is a mixture of routine and the unexpected. That’s what…
Know us for when you need us Emily McDougal – NZROT Occupational Therapist and Community Services Clinical Lead What does a day look like for you? As I wear 2 hats – Clinical Lead for Community Services and Occupational Therapist…
It’s hard to believe that just 37 years ago, Nelson had no hospice services. In 1983, a working group formed in Nelson with Bev Parkes, Douglas Short, Merle Moffat, Gail Deaker, John Emmanuel, Shirley Walker, Barbara White, Rob Riley, Andrew…
After an amazing result last year raising $48,977.90, this year looks set to be another resounding success! The Keir Wilkinson Charity Golf Tournament hosted by Summit Real Estate at the Nelson Golf Club, is all set to run again on…