Mercy Hospice

18/03/2026

Mercy Hospice cared for Stephen Bradshaw in his home and in the Inpatient Unit. 🏡 “We couldn't believe it when we came here... We just couldn’t believe how beautiful it was,” wife Louie Loten said.

At any one time, Mercy Hospice cares for about 450 central Aucklanders on average – those like Stephen.

If you’re able, please donate to Mercy Hospice before the end of the financial year, to ensure more families like Stephen’s can access our compassionate, quality care.

Learn more here: https://mercy-hospice-march-appeal-2026.raiselysite.com/

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10/03/2026

For Louie Loten, Mercy Hospice was “just such a comfortable place to be” for her husband Stephen Bradshaw, and their wider family.

Their Maltese puppy Bear was able to visit, and members of their large whānau were able to sleep at Stephen’s side each night.

“It really was a very positive experience. We had no idea it could be like this.”
Donate to Mercy Hospice today at the link below and make a real difference in helping more families receive quality specialist palliative care, free of charge 💙

To read more: https://mercy-hospice-march-appeal-2026.raiselysite.com/

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08/03/2026

We’re so proud to continue the Sisters of Mercy’s long tradition of meeting people exactly where they’re at and caring with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Rainbow Parade 2026 — from our CEO and exec team to volunteers, whānau, and community members. The support was incredible. Hearing people in the crowd call out “Wow, Mercy Hospice — thank you!” genuinely moved us.

Every year, we get a little closer to bridging equity gaps in palliative care, and we’re excited to keep sharing that commitment with all of you. 💛🌈

07/03/2026

Ka Pai Team Mercy! Thank you to every runner, fundraiser, team and donor that helped raise almost $5000 for Round the Bays 2026. You’re all Hospice Heroes! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

05/03/2026

When Stephen Bradshaw was admitted to Mercy Hospice’s Inpatient Unit, a doctor asked what he wanted while in Mercy’s care. Stephen wanted three things 📝:

* To visit his marae one last time
* To get married
* To get a moko (a traditional Māori tattoo)

In March 2024, he and Louie – surrounded by their family and friends – were married in the garden at Mercy Hospice, in a ceremony arranged by staff and assisted by volunteers.

It was “quite incredible really,” Louie said.
Mercy Hospice’s care is only possible with your support. Donate before March 31 and claim your tax rebate in the new financial year.

Click the link here to read more: https://mercy-hospice-march-appeal-2026.raiselysite.com/

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24/02/2026

We’re honoured to share Louie Loten’s heartfelt story about her late husband Stephen Bradshaw’s care at Mercy Hospice with you 💙

Lou and Stephen’s story poignantly captures the compassion and care Mercy Hospice works hard to provide to all families we look after.

Mercy Hospice cares not only for patients, but also their whānau, friends, carers and communities, free of charge. But the gap between demand for our services and funding is growing.

If you’re able to support Mercy Hospice, a tax-deductible donation before the end of this financial year (March 31) will help more families receive the same care when they need it most.

Read Louie and Stephen’s story, and make a donation here: https://mercy-hospice-march-appeal-2026.raiselysite.com/

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24/02/2026

Thank you so much to Farmers St. Lukes, Queen Street, Sylvia Park and Newmarket for the incredible support and hard work over the Christmas period. Trees of Remembrance brought in over $30,000 for Mercy Hospice to help us continue to provide free palliative care to our community. Ngā mihi nui!

18/02/2026

Izzy is back for her fourth year running Round the Bays for Mercy Hospice - year after year, she shows up, puts in the mahi, and supports our community with so much heart. 🧡💙🧡💙
If you’re not able to run this year, backing Izzy is a beautiful way to be part of the kaupapa. Even $5 makes a real difference.
And honestly… this girl gets things done. She’s a full‑time high school student, works a part‑time job, and still spends her time supporting Mercy. 😅
Her dedication runs deep too - with her mum working here at Mercy Hospice, being is truly a family affair.
Support Izzy’s run - every dollar matters! https://rtbauckland26.grassrootz.com/mercy-hospice/anna-and-izzy

16/02/2026

Whether your goal is $20, $40, or $100 it all matters.
Round the Bays fundraising isn’t about huge totals; it’s about community, care, and doing what you can.
Raise $40 and you’ve already covered a full day of meals for a patient in our Inpatient Unit. 💚
Join the team and make your steps count.
Sign up here https://rtbauckland26.grassrootz.com/mercy-hospice

03/02/2026

Happy Auckland Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈
We are so excited to be returning to the Auckland Rainbow Parade to continue to show our communities that Hospice is here for them. 
Come along to Ponsonby Road on February 21st at 7.30pm to see us join other groups celebrating pride! Mercy District has the highest percentage of the population who identify as LGBTQIA+ compared to other hospices and we are proud to be able to provide palliative care to all of our rainbow and takatāpui whānau. Everyone deserves to be themselves and live every moment. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🩷

28/01/2026

Early engagement with hospice brings more comfort, less crisis — for patients and the people who love them.

As New Zealand’s population ages, the number of people dying each year will rise rapidly. With hospices already experiencing funding shortages, who will care for us at the end of our lives?