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Mesothelioma Prognosis Network

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Mesothelioma is a deadly form of cancer caused from asbestos exposure. Due to the long latency period of mesothelioma (approximately 20-50 years), most people who are diagnosed with the disease…

Dementia Wellington

Dementia Wellington (formerly Alzheimers Wellington) is the only charity in Wellington providing dementia-specific services to local families. Through tailored advice, support, information and education, the team at Dementia Wellington offer…

Kapiti Retirement Trust – Sevenoaks-Midlands Gardens

Kapiti Retirement Trust (KRT) provide the five dedicated respite beds for Capital and Coast DHB in the Matai Wing. Based on the Kapiti Coast we have clients accessing our respite…

How to find a doctor or mental health professional

If you feel unwell your best starting point is usually your General Health Practitioner (GP / family doctor). GPs are trained to assess, treat and manage many mental health issues…

Connect with other carers in your area!

Do you feel lonely or isolated in your caring role? Would you like to connect with other carers in your area? Contact Us: centre@carers.net.nz or 0800 777 797 to be…

Elder Family Matters

Elder Family Matters has assisted older people, and their Carers in the wider Wellington region (including Hutt Valley, Porirua Basin, Kapiti Coast, and Wairarapa) for 14 years so they can…

Capital and Coast DHB – shuttle services

Shuttle Services The shuttle van service runs every hour on weekdays, with the first shuttles departing simultaneously from both sites at 7.00am. Departures continue each hour on the hour, with…