Welcome to Tōtara Hospice
Providing free, holistic specialist palliative care to South and South-East Auckland, for patients with life-limiting illnesses
About Tōtara Hospice
Tōtara Hospice provides adult specialist palliative care services to the communities of South and South-East Auckland, proudly supporting the diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and beliefs of our patient community. Our multidisciplinary team works closely with GPs, hospital teams, and community services to deliver expert-led, holistic support for both patients and their whānau, ensuring comfort and dignity throughout their journey.
Our services are provided at no cost to our patients and whānau
We are a registered Charitable Trust governed by a Board of Trustees and are a member of Hospice New Zealand.
Sustainable funding for Hospice services
An independent report by Martin Jenkins warns that Hospices across Aotearoa, New Zealand, are approaching a critical funding shortfall, with operating costs set to exceed government and community contributions within the year. As demand grows, care becomes more complex, and our population ages, the Hospice sector is seeking to work in partnership with Health New Zealand and other government agencies to create a sustainable funding model that ensures ongoing access to Hospice care across the country.
Patient support
Our 24-hour phone service offers immediate phone advice for patients and whānau receiving care from Tōtara Hospice.
Patient support
Tōtara Hospice delivers specialist palliative care through inpatient services, community care, and a 24-hour advisory line, tailoring care to meet the unique needs of each individual patient.
Whānau support
OLLI
OLLI (Organisational Linked Learning Interface) is an innovative online learning platform by Tōtara Hospice that advances specialist palliative care education. OLLI’s courses integrate evidence-based research with practical insights, offering interactive content, case studies, and actionable strategies to enhance professional development and improve patient outcomes.
Proud member of End of Life Choice Society NZ, supporting the rights of terminally ill people to choose their own pathway