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About us

Alzheimers Whanganui takes a positive approach to living with dementia/mate wareware. We focus on what a person is still able to do rather than what has been lost. We are the only organisation in Whanganui, Rangitīkei and Waimarino solely dedicated to making life better for all people affected by dementia/mate wareware –  Kia piki te ora mo nga tangata mate pōrewarewa.  Our Support service involves working with the person with dementia/mate wareware, the main carer; the extended family/whānau and the community.

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Events

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Brain Health Seminar

Brain Health Seminar We’re proud to partner with Whanganui Regional Health Network and Te Whatu Ora to present a Brain Health Seminar. Hear from guest speakers including Jan Gregson, Olive Redfern, and other community organisations, as they share valuable insights into brain health, dementia prevention, and community support. All are welcome! Koha is much appreciated and all proceeds go to Alzheimers Whanganui. Date: Thursday 25 September Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm Where: Davis Theatre, Queens Park, Watt Street, Whanganui

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Memory Walk

Memory Walk Our annual Memory Walk is a special event to honour those affected by dementia and raise awareness across our community. Bring your friends, whānau, walking shoes, and dress in purple! Raffle tickets are available now, with the draw taking place at the walk. Date: Saturday 20 September Time: 10:30am to 11:30am Where: Whanganui River, Bearing (Steel) Ball

News

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Alzheimers Whanganui Winter Newsletter

Thursday 12 June, 2025

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Alzheimers Whanganui Inc. 2025 Autumn Newsletter

Thursday 20 March, 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.