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About us

We provide a range of support services to support people living with dementia mate wareware and their whānau in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Waimarino.

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  • Support people living with dementia to live their best possible lives
  • Support carers, family and whānau through their journey
  • Provide information and practical strategies to support whānau through one to one and carer support groups.

Group Activities

Group activities and outings for people with dementia offering cognitive stimulation, social connection and brain health support. Our groups are currently in Whanganui and Marton.

While participants are at group activities, carers and whānau benefit from much-needed respite.

Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)

An evidenced-based group programme for individuals with mild to moderate dementia, using engaging activities to support brain health.

CST is run over 7 weeks and participants get the most benefit when attending all 14 sessions.

Education Sessions

Educational programmes to support carers and whānau with practical knowledge for your dementia journey.

Building community awareness and reducing stigma by promoting brain health and deepening understanding of dementia mate wareware.

Support Groups

  • Carer Support Groups – last Friday of each month
  • Mens Support Group – 1st and 3rd Monday of each month
  • Alzheimers Cafe – 2nd Monday of each month
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Alzheimers Whanganui Summer Newsletter

Tuesday 16 December, 2025

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Alzheimers Whanganui Spring Newsletter

Wednesday 17 September, 2025

Support us

Give in memory of a loved one

Give in memory of a loved one

A donation made as a gift ‘in memory of’, is a lovely way to honour and celebrate someone’s life, while helping us to support people living with dementia. You may want to ask for donations to Alzheimers NZ in lieu of flowers at a funeral.

Become a member

Become a member

Membership is $30 per annum for individuals/family

Business support

Business support

For a tin to put on the counter at your workplace or business contact.

Sponsorship of our newsletter or any other activity would be greatly appreciated.

Cuppa for a cause

Cuppa for a cause

Make your next tea or coffee break count. A fun way to help support local families.

Bequests

Bequests

By giving a bequest you will be making a big difference to the lives of many people affected by Alzheimers and other forms of dementia in the Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Waimarino areas.  You would be playing a vital role in supporting Alzheimers Whanganui providing support services, such as group outings and education programmes, for people living with dementia, as well as their family/whānau.

Payroll giving

Payroll giving

You can now donate directly from your payroll and receive your 33% tax credits straight away.