Health
Healthcare is a traditional Mercy ministry that has adapted to reflect society’s changing needs and ensure ministry to the vulnerable.
Sisters work in a range of healthcare professions and offer holistic therapies. Others provide pastoral care and chaplaincy in healthcare settings nationally.
Healthcare facilities operated by Sisters of Mercy are:
Mercy Hospital Dunedin
Established in 1936, Mercy Hospital offers a caring and supportive environment served by professional, highly skilled and dedicated staff. The Philosophy of Mercy Hospital is to maintain Christian values, where the uniqueness and dignity of every person is respected.
Te Korowai Atawhai Mercy Hospice Auckland
Mercy Hospice Auckland, established in 1979 as St Joseph’s Hospice, is one of New Zealand's original and foremost hospices. It provides a multidisciplinary programme of care for people who are dying, in both the community and its 15 bed Inpatient Unit. The Hospice service is given at no charge to patients or families. Donations and bequests contribute significantly to Hospice funding. In January 2007 the hospice moved from its former Epsom site to a purpose developed facility in Ponsonby.
Contact:
Te Korowai Atawhai
Mercy Hospice Auckland
61 College Hill, Ponsonby
PO Box 47 693, Ponsonby
Auckland 1144
Ph: 09 361 5966
Fax: 09 361 5977
Email: admin@mercyhospice.org.nz
Website: www.mercyhospice.org.nz
