FRANKLIN HOSPICE
Specialist Care at Home
For many people living with a life-limiting illness, home is where they most want to be. Franklin Hospice brings specialist palliative care, advice and support into homes across Franklin — helping patients and whānau live as well as possible, for as long as possible.
Specialist Care That Comes to You
Franklin is different. Distance, transport and access to health services can create additional challenges for people living in rural communities.
More than 2,500 km². One Hospice team.
Our team travels across more than 2,500 square kilometres of southern Auckland and northern Waikato — from the Awhitu Peninsula and Port Waikato in the west to Kaiaua and Miranda in the east, supporting patients and whānau across towns, villages, farms and rural communities throughout Franklin.
Our nurses bring specialist palliative care directly to people in their own homes, working alongside GPs, hospitals and other health providers to support patients and whānau across our community, 365 days a year.
Care Close to Home
Specialist palliative care delivered throughout Franklin, including rural and geographically dispersed communities.
Support for the Whole Whānau
Practical, emotional and specialist support for patients, families, carers and the people who matter most.
Specialist Expertise
Experienced palliative care professionals working alongside GPs, hospitals and other health providers.
Care close to home. Support for the whole whānau. Specialist expertise when it matters most.
“We never felt alone.”
When my mum was diagnosed, Franklin Hospice walked alongside us every step of the way. The care, kindness and support they gave our family was incredible.
How we can help
Nursing Care
Expert care and symptom management
Family & Whānau Support
Support for families and carers
Counselling & Social Work
Emotional and practical support
Wellbeing Services
Connection, comfort and wellbeing support
Transport Support
Getting to appointments and programmes
Bereavement Support
Support for individuals and families
PLANNING AHEAD
Preparing Well
A little preparation now can make things easier later. Explore practical and emotional guidance for healthcare wishes, family conversations, legal matters, memories and the things that matter most to you.
Building Franklin’s Future Hospice
We’re building a purpose-designed hospice to meet the needs of our growing community and ensure compassionate care for generations to come.
