No one is turned away for inability to pay—our care is provided free thanks to government funding and community support.
Who Is Eligible?
Hospice Mid-Northland’s services are available to anyone living in the Mid-Northland region who:
Has a life-limiting illness (regardless of diagnosis)
Requires symptom or pain management, emotional/social support or advance care planning
Lives in a private home, rest home or aged-care facility
Is referred by a health professional or self-refers
You don’t need to be on a specific income bracket or have private insurance—if you meet the clinical criteria, you’re eligible for our full range of palliative care and bereavement support services.
No one is turned away for inability to pay—our care is provided free thanks to government funding and community support.
Who Is Eligible?
Hospice Mid-Northland’s services are available to anyone living in the Mid-Northland region who:
Has a life-limiting illness (regardless of diagnosis)
Requires symptom or pain management, emotional/social support or advance care planning
Lives in a private home, rest home or aged-care facility
Is referred by a health professional or self-refers
You don’t need to be on a specific income bracket or have private insurance—if you meet the clinical criteria, you’re eligible for our full range of palliative care and bereavement support services.
How Our Services Are Funded
Hospice Mid-Northland relies on a combination of funding streams to cover the true cost of care:
Government Funding (37%)
Core grants from the Ministry of Health and DHB support a portion of our clinical staffing and essential supplies.Retail Shop Revenue (~31%)
Income from our local op-shops makes up almost half of the remaining shortfall—turning quality second-hand goods into world-class care.Community Donations & Fundraising (32%)
The balance is raised through donations, bequests and events (Carnival, Battle of the Ballroom, Art Auction, etc.). Every dollar stays in Mid-Northland to directly fund services here.
“Our community’s generosity fills the gap left by government funding—ensuring we can keep care local, compassionate and free.”
What This Means for You
No Fees for Care: All palliative care, counselling and advance-care-planning services are provided free of charge.
Local Impact: Funds raised in Mid-Northland are spent here—supporting local jobs, volunteer programmes and community wellbeing.
Optional Koha: Families sometimes choose to make a voluntary gift in appreciation. This is entirely optional and never affects access to services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does a nurse visit cost me?
A: Nothing — all visits and support services are fully covered by our mixed funding model.
Q: Why do I see “donate” and “shop” options so prominently?
A: With only 37% from government, our retail shops and fundraising efforts are vital. Shopping or donating locally keeps our services running and supports Mid-Northland families.
Q: Can I give anonymously?
A: Yes — you can make an anonymous koha or bequest. Just let us know your preference when you donate.
Need more information?
📞 Phone: (09) 407 7799
✉️ Email: hello@hospicemn.org.nz
🏢 Visit: 464 Kerikeri Road, Kerikeri
Hospice Mid-Northland is committed to providing free, compassionate care—made possible by the generosity of our community.