Palliative Care
Palliative Care
At HealthCare NZ, we believe that everyone deserves to live with dignity, comfort, and respect – especially during life’s most challenging moments. The palliative care services offered by HealthCare NZ and our partner organisation Private Care NZ are designed to support individuals with life-limiting conditions as well as their whānau, helping them navigate this journey with expert care and heartfelt compassion.
What is palliative care?
Palliative care is specialised support for those facing a terminal or life-limiting illness. It is focused on relieving symptoms, maximising quality of life, and supporting emotional and spiritual wellbeing. This care can be provided at any stage of illness and is not limited to the final days or weeks.
Whether you or your loved one is managing pain, coping with fatigue, or simply seeking comfort in familiar surroundings, our team of skilled, compassionate professionals are here to help.
Why choose palliative care at home?
Many New Zealanders prefer to receive care in their own homes, surrounded by loved ones and cherished memories. Home-based palliative care allows individuals to:
- Maintain independence and comfort
- Continue living in comfortable, familiar surroundings
- Receive personalised, professional support
- Spend meaningful time with whānau
- Avoid unnecessary hospital visits
Our services are flexible and responsive, with on-call nurses available 24/7, ensuring peace of mind for both clients and their families.
Personalised support to suit all needs
We understand that every individual’s journey and needs are unique. That’s there’s a range of care options available to suit different needs and preferences:
Help with medication, hygiene, or companionship
Giving primary caregivers a well-earned break
Assistance during the night for comfort and safety
Continuous support for those with complex needs
We work closely with families to develop personalised care plans that evolve as needs change.
Who provides the care?
Our palliative care team includes:
Registered nurses with expertise in symptom management
Support workers trained in personal and emotional care
Allied health professionals (e.g. physiotherapists, dietitians, occupational therapists)
Social workers and grief counsellors
Together, we provide holistic, wrap-around support that honours each person’s values, culture, and dignity.
Getting started
If you or your loved one need the wraparound support which comes with compassionate, expert palliative care, talk to your health professional or hospital team about getting a referral to HealthCare NZ or our partners Private Care NZ.
For answers to any other questions you might have about HealthCare NZ palliative care services, reach out to our team and we’ll be happy to help you and your family access the kind of care which makes a real difference.