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Taranaki man's legacy will live on years after his death

People like Bruce are a great example of the generosity we see across Taranaki.

In the past this incredible generosity has meant the people of Taranaki have provided the hospital with new incubators for babies, a new angiography suite and specialised chairs for chemotherapy. We are hoping to call on Taranaki again as we raise funds for enhancements to Project Maunga Stage 2.

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Taranaki man's legacy will live on years after his death Bruce Carter may not live to 100, but the people of Taranaki and New Zealand will benefit from his generosity, which will outlive him for at least a decade.

Paddy Gower and Conrad Smith don their best lycra for weekend charity ride

This Saturday, Patrick Gower and Conrad Smith will be taking on an epic 130km bike ride from Oakura Beach to Whangamōmona, all in the aid of So They Can. 🚴🚴

They were supposed to be riding round Lake Taupō, but the red light setting meant the event was cancelled. So instead they have brought it home and decided to conquer Taranaki instead!

Keep an eye out for their pink lycra, and if you see them, give them a supporting cheer as they work their way through the region.

Paddy Gower and Conrad Smith don their best lycra for weekend charity ride They’re famous for chucking around witty words and rugby balls but this weekend journalist Paddy Gower and former All Black Conrad Smith are making waves in pink lycra.

Meet the team! 👋🏻

Simon has been in New Zealand since 2018, and after a short stint in Auckland was drawn to New Plymouth for the outdoors and the quality of life.

With a partner who works at Taranaki Base Hospital, Simon has a passion for improving healthcare facilities for both patients and the staff who do amazing work every day.

To find out more about Simon and the rest of the team at THF, visit thf.org.nz/who-we-are

A new reality for the Children's Ward

A big thank you to Shining Peak and Noel Leeming for providing new technology to the TSB Children & Young People Ward at Taranaki Base Hospital.

Shining Peak donated $3,703.47 through their 5% Project and Noel Leeming arranged an incredible technology package as well as donating their technicians time to install and additional toys. Read more about their generosity here: https://thf.org.nz/news/a-new-reality-for-the-childrens-ward/

A new reality for the Children's Ward A big thank you to Shining Peak and Noel Leeming for providing new technology to the Children's Ward.

You can make a difference this Waitangi Day by donating to The Taranaki Health Foundation. Every cent you give goes to healthcare projects with Taranaki DHB- providing vital funding to enhance the healthcare available across Taranaki.

Visit thf.org.nz to find out more about the work we do and donate today.

Meet the team!

Tasha Kupe is Taranaki born and bred. After travelling the globe for 7 years, she came back home to the Maunga. Tasha is vital to the successful running of the foundation, and she is proud to be giving back to the community she loves so much.

To find out more about Tasha and the rest of the team at THF, visit thf.org.nz/who-we-are

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Your donation to our Chairs for Health campaign will improve patient recovery at Taranaki Base Hospital. Your donation will go towards 22 specialised La-Z-Boy recliners that help improve patient comfort and allows them to recover safely and quickly.

But time is running out. Click below and donate today so we can improve patient safety tomorrow.

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Taekwon-do master gets back on his feet with the help of La-Z-Boy

We have a great story to end this week with. Neil Livingstone recently spent just over a week at Taranaki Base Hospital after some major surgery. Here he tells us how the La-Z-Boy chairs in ICU were vital to his speedy recovery and how he wishes there had been more available to use when moved to ward 3. Read his story here: thf.org.nz/news/taekwon-do-master-gets-back-on-his-feet-with-the-help-of-la-z-boy

We are still raising money to provide 22 specialised La-Z-Boy chairs to ward 3 that will help people like Neil recover after surgery or major illnesses. You can donate and help buy new chairs here: https://thf.org.nz/donate

Taekwon-do master gets back on his feet with the help of La-Z-Boy Neil Livingstone has spent 29 years teaching Taekwon-do in Taranaki and never expected to be recovering in ICU after major surgery.

Do you have a story about your experience at Taranaki Base Hospital or Hāwera Hospital? We would love to talk to you about your experience to help us raise awareness of the challenges being faced at the hospital or how funding helped improve your treatment.

If you would like to tell your story, contact us through Facebook Messenger or visit thf.org.nz/contact-us and send us a short summary of your story.

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Thank you so much to everyone who has donated so far - we are half way to our target! 👍🏼

But we still need more and we are running out of time. We need your help to be able to supply 22 specialised La-Z-Boy recliner chairs for patient recovery at Taranaki Base Hospital. Visit thf.org.nz/chairsforhealth and DONATE TODAY!

Taranaki Health Foundation - Chairs for health Give the gift of comfort and support to some of the region’s sickest residents this festive season. We need your help to raise $55,000 to buy 22

Did you know we now have an Instagram account?

If you use Instagram, we would really appreciate a follow over there too? A strong following across different social sites allows us to reach more people and tell them about the work we do. Follow us at instagram.com/taranakihealthfoundation

We would like to start 2022 with a big thank you to Primo who have kindly provided us with an ultra fast fibre internet connection.

It is because of the generous support from businesses like Primo that allows us to make sure 100% of donations go to improving local healthcare, and not operation costs.

Meet the team!

Adrian Sole is our General Manager. He has a passion for our community, leadership and equality and has been with Taranaki Health Foundation since 2013. Having lead many businesses to success, Adrian now leads the Taranaki Health Foundation into a prosperous 2022.

To find out more about Adrian and the rest of the team at THF, visit thf.org.nz/who-we-are

9 benefits of charitable giving

Make 2022 the year you give back to the community. The Taranaki Health Foundation is a local charity that ensures 100% of your donation goes to local healthcare projects. We are currently raising money to purchase new La-Z-Boy chairs to help patients recovering from major surgery. Click below to find out why donating may be beneficial to you in 2022.

9 benefits of charitable giving

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Don't forget, we are currently raising money to buy 22 specialised chairs for Taranaki Base Hospital's general surgery ward. These chairs are vital to the recovery for patients recovering from major illness.

To find our more, visit https://thf.org.nz/chairsforhealth

Taranaki Health Foundation - Chairs for health Give the gift of comfort and support to some of the region’s sickest residents this festive season. We need your help to raise $55,000 to buy 22

Corteva Agriscience have been long standing supporters of Taranaki Health Foundation and the Taranaki DHB, focusing on healthcare sustainability/pūmoutanga. Their support has allow TDHB to win two sustainability awards; The Environmental Excellence Award from the TSB Taranaki Chamber of Commerce and the Environmental Leadership Award from the Taranaki Regional Council.

A big thank you to Corteva Agriscience for all their support! We look forward to continuing this long-standing relationship in 2022 and beyond!

We are very excited for the future of Taranaki's Healthcare. Project Maunga Stage 2 is going to take Taranaki Base Hospital from its current form to a true hospital of the future.

We will be keeping you up to date throughout 2022 and beyond about how the project is progressing and how you can be involved in creating one of the most advanced hospitals in Taranaki.

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Have a fantastic New Year!

If you are still looking for a last-minute gift for someone, then consider a donation to Taranaki Health Foundation - thf.org.nz/donate

Every cent you give goes to healthcare projects in Taranaki. So no matter the size of your gift, you are helping improve Healthcare outcomes across the region.

Have a wonderful Christmas from all of us at The Taranaki Health Foundation.

If you are still struggling to think of what to give someone for Christmas, then consider giving to a local charity in their name.

100% of donations to Taranaki Health Foundation go into healthcare projects across the region. Your donation stays local and goes towards improving the care available across Taranaki.

Donate today at thf.org.nz/donate.

Why do people give to charity? Whether it’s financial donations, or giving time and resources, people give because of the positive impact for themselves and their community. Read our list of 9 reasons to give to charity today - and comment below to let us know why you give to charity.

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Making a difference for new mothers - Donate today

A big thank you to the Mead Family who have donated their father's almost new La-Z-Boy chair for us to give to the hospital. This chair will be put to good use in the maternity ward to help mothers recovering from Caesarean sections. Read more about their story here: https://thf.org.nz/news/making-a-difference-for-new-mothers/

You can help improve the comfort of patients recovery from a variety of procedures and illnesses too. We are currently raising funds to buy 22 La-Z-Boy chairs to be used at Taranaki Base Hospital. Donate today to make a difference this Christmas.

Making a difference for new mothers - Donate today The Mead family purchased the La-Z-Boy from RJ Eagar, who we are partnering with us for our Chairs for Health Campaign. We are looking to buy an

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Being comfortable in hospital is vital to a fast and safe recovery. Imagine you or a loved one having to spend long periods in bed with limited options for movement.

You can change this by donating today. Your donation will help buy specialised reclining chairs that allow patients to safely get in and out and improve their mobility and recovery times.

Find out more at thf.org.nz/chairsforhealth and make a difference today.

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Meet the team!

Grant Carter is our Donor Relationship Manager. Many of you will recognise Grant as he spent 31 years working for Air New Zealand in New Plymouth. Being a fifth generation Taranakian, Grant fully appreciates everything Taranaki has to offer.

To find out more about Grant and the rest of the team at THF, visit thf.org.nz/who-we-are

Giving back after 45 years - a donor story

Visit thf.org.nz/news/giving-back-after-45-years to find out how the 1976 New Plymouth Winter Show inspired David and Lorraine Meharry to donate to our Chairs for Health campaign.

A huge thank you to the Meharrys for their kind gift. Your donation will make a huge difference to patients recovering from surgery at Taranaki Base Hospital.

If you would like to give to the campaign, visit thf.org.nz/donate or contact us through Facebook Messenger.

Giving back after 45 years - a donor story Their story goes back to 1976. The first McDonalds opened in Porirua, the New Zealand Fire Service is formed and Selwyn Toogood brought It's In The Bag to the New Plymouth Winter Show.