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Facing a terminal illness support in New Zealand
For people near the end of life and those keeping vigil. Talk with people in New Zealand who know what it is like, find help near you, and join the worldwide circle too. Free, always.
Next gathering in the New Zealand circle: Weekly check-in ·
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Help for facing a terminal illness in New Zealand
From people who came through it
“For anyone new to this: I've been there. For me it was a few years back. The worst part: told I have months, not years. Today I made breakfast, went to work and laughed at something. Bit by bit it comes back. Keep going, even slowly.”
Ex soldier P 81 · been through facing a terminal illness“To whoever needs this: This time last year I was exactly where you are. Back then it was bucket list or not. Last weekend I went to a friend's birthday and stayed till the end. It comes back so slowly you don't notice until one day you do. Hang on.”
mahmoudbus · been through facing a terminal illness“If you're at the start of this, I won't pretend it is easy. The first few months were the worst of my life. But I am writing this from the other side, and some days now I forget to be sad. My nurse specialist has been more useful than the consultant, if you have one ask for their number. Go slowly.”
Hairdresser in Bristol · been through facing a terminal illness“I was right where you are in 2023. I remember writing letters for my kids like it was yesterday. I picked up the guitar again. It doesn't stay this heavy. Sending love.”
Birgit from Stuttgart N · been through facing a terminal illness