Tags

Feeds / WHF feed

This feed is published by Wellington Health Foundation.

This feed is read by this Whakaoko subscription

Added on 19 Mar 2019. Last read 1 month ago.

To subscribe to this feed, enter the following location into your feed reader.

This feed currently contains the following newsitems (total count 426):

    • Your compassion at work in the NICU
      • Today, on World Prematurity Day, we’re celebrating the difference you make for the tiniest patients in Wellington Regional Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Because of your generosity, these little ones and their families are never alone – they have a caring community rallying behind them. In the past year alone, you’ve contributed over $560,000... Read more » The post Your compassion at work in the NICU appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Tiaki Toys support sick kids
      • Hospital stays can be tough for little ones, like three-year-old Coby (pictured), who is far from home for surgery and also sad about missing his big sister’s school farm day. Cuddling a soft toy can work wonders, helping ease the anxiety and fear that comes with being in a hospital. Last year alone, nearly 4,000... Read more » The post Tiaki Toys support sick kids appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Stunning photography for new Radiology Suite
      • Health Minister Dr Shane Reti recently joined Wellington Regional Hospital’s radiology staff to celebrate the installation of cutting-edge x-ray technology, the first of its kind in Australasia. This marked the start of a project to install eight new digital radiography machines across Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals by the end of the year. These new machines... Read more » The post Stunning photography for new Radiology Suite appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Making a World of Difference
      • A cancer diagnosis is one of the most frightening times in a person’s life. Patients often spend countless hours in treatment, which can be overwhelming and filled with uncertainty. In these moments, a little extra comfort and support can make a world of difference. A huge thank you to World Marudao Karate Organisation for their... Read more » The post Making a World of Difference appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Celebrating Te Wao Nui two years on
      • “The staff are really nice, and it feels less hospitally,” explained a young patient, perfectly capturing what makes Te Wao Nui Regional Children’s Hospital so special. These simple yet heartfelt words reflect a place where clinical care meets compassion, and where the support of the community has created a bright and welcoming environment for children... Read more » The post Celebrating Te Wao Nui two years on appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Thanks to our amazing volunteer collectors
      • Street Appeals are a wonderful way to raise both funds and awareness for a great cause, but they rely on the dedication of good people on the ground – like those featured below and over the weekend. A huge thank you to all our Volunteer Collectors. It was fantastic to see so many familiar faces... Read more » The post Thanks to our amazing volunteer collectors appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Good hair day: Haircuts boost patient wellbeing at Hutt Hospital
      • Being in hospital can be tough. For older patients who need long-term care and rehabilitation, the challenges are even greater. Living in a clinical setting, away from loved ones and the familiar comforts of home, can often feel isolating and distressing. Relying on others for simple daily tasks can take a toll on a patient’s... Read more » The post Good hair day: Haircuts boost patient wellbeing at Hutt Hospital appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Another step closer to home
      • Thanks to Hospitality New Zealand, Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital is bringing sick babies another step closer to home. Many premature and high-needs pēpē who are ready to leave the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), still require ongoing hospital care. The new Giraffe™ OmniBed™ Carestation Incubator, made possible by the success of Hospitality New Zealand’s... Read more » The post Another step closer to home appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Small moments – BIG impact
      • “I just wanted to say Zara’s day was made yesterday, getting to walk Tiaki around the ward. We’re so thankful for these little things that make our stays easier xx” Feedback like this reminds us how big the small moments actually are. The post Small moments – BIG impact appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • The importance of play
      • We are delighted to partner with the US based Child’s Play Charity whose generous grant has enabled the purchase of four bespoke Mobile Gaming Trolleys for Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital. These trolleys will bring a great deal of enjoyment to our young patients across the Medical and Surgical wards, Outpatient Clinics, and the Child... Read more » The post The importance of play appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Our amazing ED volunteers
      • Earlier this week, we had the pleasure of bringing together some of our dedicated Emergency Department volunteers for a team training session. Kaye, one of these volunteers told us, “As ED volunteers, we usually work solo on our shifts. This evening’s meetup over pizza gave us the chance to connect with other ED volunteers and... Read more » The post Our amazing ED volunteers appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Children’s Hospital Annual Street Appeal
      • Any of us who have had the experience of a sick child who needs hospital treatment, knows how traumatic that can be. And with 85,000 visits to the children’s hospital from children across our region and beyond every year, they’re counting on us for a brighter, healthier future. Our Annual Street Appeal is a major... Read more » The post Children’s Hospital Annual Street Appeal appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Kind volunteers keeping our tiniest patients warm
      • Paula Richards, our Volunteer Service Manager, was thrilled to meet with talented members of the Johnsonville Knitting Group recently. This dedicated group has been a long term supporter of the Foundation, delivering 80-90 beautifully crafted items every 4-6 weeks to help keep our tiniest patients warm. Our thanks to the entire group, including those who... Read more » The post Kind volunteers keeping our tiniest patients warm appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Wellington Police help keep sick kids warm
      • A huge shout out and thanks to the incredible Wellington District Police whānau. This morning the team delivered more than 500 pairs of cosy new PJs to Te Wao Nui, helping ensure our youngest patients stay warm and comfortable this winter. PJs and other winter items were collected from officers and staff across the region... Read more » The post Wellington Police help keep sick kids warm appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • “I started to read to him and then the words came”
      • The NICU can be an overwhelming and challenging place to be. Amidst the clinical environment, filled with monitors and medical care, the simple act of reading to a precious baby takes on profound meaning. “The NICU is so crowded and a hard place to be. Reading to my baby was a minute of intimacy that... Read more » The post “I started to read to him and then the words came” appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Foundation continues support for patients with kidney disease
      • We are delighted to be able to continue our support for kidney patients by funding community based Renal Peer Support Workshops. These workshops are invaluable because they provide a link between the hospital and community, helping people affected by kidney disease adjust to their chronic illness. Renal disease, often referred to as kidney disease, encompasses... Read more » The post Foundation continues support for patients with kidney disease appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Help for patients who need palliative care
      • A Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) machine is a small, portable device designed to manage pain without the use of medications. It works by sending mild electrical pulses through the skin to the nerve fibres, disrupting the pain signals being sent to the brain. These pulses are delivered through electrodes placed on the skin near... Read more » The post Help for patients who need palliative care appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • New equipment to assist people with disabilities and neurodivergence
      • Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, Wellington Hospitals Foundation has funded a range of equipment for the Disability Leadership and Occupational Therapy teams throughout the Medical Wards, Emergency Departments and After Hours Services at Wellington, Kenepuru and Hutt Hospitals. This new equipment will significantly improve the hospital experience for people with disabilities and... Read more » The post New equipment to assist people with disabilities and neurodivergence appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Sketching Smiles
      • It was wonderful to welcome the talented Paul Beavis, local author and children’s book illustrator, to Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital this morning. Parents with young children will instantly recognise his lively style from books such as Nee Naw The Little Fire Engine series, Mrs Mo’s Monster, and Ring Ting Tui. As a former winner... Read more » The post Sketching Smiles appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Community action mahi
      • A huge shout out to brilliant Brownies, Zoe, Stella and Karina for their fantastic fundraising mahi. They recently held a Garage Sale raising $600 for Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital. Zoe told us, “We held the Garage Sale so that we could get our community action badge. We asked some other Brownies and Pippins from... Read more » The post Community action mahi appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Deeply meaningful gifts for bereaved parents
      • Trigger Warning: Baby Loss All our volunteer knitters and sewers lovingly create items for our tiniest patients. A small number of these talented people make extra special items for families who suffer baby loss. This compassionate service is largely unseen, yet has a profound impact on our hospitals and the families we support. We recently... Read more » The post Deeply meaningful gifts for bereaved parents appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Buddle Findlay Child Health Foundation supports sick tamariki
      • The Foundation is thrilled to have a three-year Charity Partnership with Buddle Findlay Child Health Foundation. Funds from the second year of our agreement have enabled the purchase of 6 Cubro Haelvoet Duo-Line chairs to be used as breastfeeding chairs in NICU, a Giraffe Blue Spot Phototherapy System for Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital and... Read more » The post Buddle Findlay Child Health Foundation supports sick tamariki appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Helping patients and visitors navigate our hospitals
      • This week, we’ve enjoyed taking you behind the scenes and sharing stories of the hospital volunteers, who generously dedicate their time and talents to us every week. Their work has an enormous impact in our hospitals, and helps create a compassionate and supportive environment for patients, their whānau, visitors and hospital staff. Their work has... Read more » The post Helping patients and visitors navigate our hospitals appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Bringing comfort and calm to the ICU
      • It takes a very special kind of person, like Alice, to provide volunteer support for our hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Originally from Taranaki, Alice has lived in Wellington for over 30 years. A mother of two adult children and a qualified Early Childhood teacher, Alice’s journey into volunteering began after her husband was involved... Read more » The post Bringing comfort and calm to the ICU appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Cutting-edge Cardiac Care
      • A Cardiac Catheterisation Lab, often referred to as a Cath Lab, is a specialised hospital room where various procedures related to the heart and blood vessels are performed. Procedures typically undertaken in a Cath Lab include angioplasties to open blocked arteries, placing stents to keep arteries open, inserting pacemakers, and other tests and treatments to... Read more » The post Cutting-edge Cardiac Care appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • From grateful grandson to dedicated Hospital Volunteer
      • When Hitesh’s grandad suffered a stroke and was admitted to hospital, the kindness shown by the staff left a lasting impression on him. From the moment they arrived, the nurses and doctors went above and beyond to provide not only medical care, but also emotional support to his family. “Their patience, empathy, and genuine concern... Read more » The post From grateful grandson to dedicated Hospital Volunteer appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Cuddle Hearts Bring NICU Families Closer
      • When a critically ill or premature baby is in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), parents often miss out on crucial bonding due to prolonged separation. This time apart can also cause stress for infants in a highly medical environment. To help ease this separation, new NICU mothers are offered a Cuddle Heart to wear... Read more » The post Cuddle Hearts Bring NICU Families Closer appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • “My volunteer work is a tribute to the exceptional care I received.”
      • As we celebrate National Volunteer Week, we are very fortunate to have a family of more than 400 volunteers who generously gift their time and talents to support our hospitals every week. Among them is Bob, a dedicated Guide at Hutt Hospital for the past five years, continuing the legacy of his late wife, Sue,... Read more » The post “My volunteer work is a tribute to the exceptional care I received.” appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • National Volunteer Week: “Music that touches the hearts of patients”
      • Raewyn is one of our incredibly talented volunteer musicians. Her journey with us began almost five years ago after her parents passed away – her father in mid-2018 and her mother in mid-2019, following a long battle with Parkinson’s. This profound loss inspired her to give back to the health system that had supported her... Read more » The post National Volunteer Week: “Music that touches the hearts of patients” appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

    • Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital Playscape Wins Excellence Award
      • We are thrilled to announce that the Playscape at Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital has won an Excellence Award in the “Landscapes of Care” category at the 2024 Resene New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architecture Awards (NZILA). The Playscape is a vibrant and adventurous space, thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of children’s rehabilitation. It... Read more » The post Te Wao Nui Children’s Hospital Playscape Wins Excellence Award appeared first on Wellington Hospitals Foundation.

Updated Feeds

Recently updated feeds from local organisations.