Leave a gift in memory of a loved one.
Thank you for considering a gift in memory of someone special. A donation made in honour of a loved one is a meaningful and enduring way to celebrate their life and values.
Whether given in lieu of flowers, in remembrance of an anniversary or milestone, or simply as a tribute to someone missed, your generosity helps support compassionate, high quality care for patients and families across our region’s hospitals.
We are grateful for your thoughtful support.
Honouring Cushla
When Cushla received a lifesaving liver transplant on her 41st birthday, it marked the beginning of a long and complex road to recovery. With support from the Gastroenterology, Oral Health and Dermatology teams at Wellington Regional Hospital, Cushla’s strength and spirit were met with expert care and compassion.
Grateful for the care she received, Cushla found her own way to give back. As one of our dedicated hospital volunteers, she shared her warmth and kindness generously - welcoming patients as a hospital guide, offering encouragement in hydrotherapy sessions at Kilbirnie and later supporting families and staff in the ICU.
To honour her life and the care that meant so much to her, Cushla’s husband Dean chose to make a memorial gift to Wellington Hospitals Foundation. In doing so, he helps ensure that the same level of support and care that Cushla received, can be extended to others.
“Giving back to the hospital meant a great deal to Cushla,” Dean shared. “It was her way of showing thanks and continuing to help other people facing their own difficult journeys.”
We are very grateful to both Cushla and Dean for their support of our hospitals. A gift in memory is a powerful way to celebrate a life well lived and Cushla’s legacy is now woven into the care of other patients and whānau across our region.