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Wellness programme

Our tailored wellness programme is designed specifically for you, taking into account your unique needs and goals.

Living with kidney disease means taking good care of yourself. From making the most of your dialysis, nutrition, and medication, to supporting you in staying active, mobile, independent, and positive, we’re here to help.

Our qualified wellness educator works closely with you to find physical activities that suit your needs and lifestyle, supporting you in your wellness journey.

How our wellness programme can support you

Whether your goal is to regain strength and improve movement or simply to feel less breathless, we’re here to help. From assistance with suitable walking programmess, joining a Tai Chi or aquarobics class, to doing exercises safely at home, we’ll work with you to find the right approach.

We can assist you with:

✓ Green Prescription support

✓ Getting started with exercise

✓ Improving balance and posture

✓ Weight management

✓ Understanding fluid restriction and goal weight when exercising

✓ Improving circulation in hands and feet

✓ Safe exercise following amputation 

✓ Reducing pain 

✓ Improving energy levels and fitness

✓ Improving strength and mobility

✓ Providing equipment information and support

✓ Support to attend gyms and community programmes.

Is there a cost? 

There is no cost to receive support from the Kidney Society, and all of our services are free.

Do I need a referral?

Those with end-stage kidney failure can self-refer by phoning us on 09 278 1321 or emailing us at referral@kidneysociety.org.nz. Other people can also refer on your behalf for example, a GP, a member of your renal team or a family member.

The process

You will be contacted by our Wellness Educator following the referral being accepted. They will arrange with you a suitable day and time to come and visit to discuss what support you may need. 

If home visits are not suitable, we can provide phone or video support.

Check out our Wellness Programme YouTube channel!

We have range of videos on our channel with basic exercises and information to support people with kidney conditions to improve and maintain their general wellness with safe and suitable exercises.

"I'm thrilled with the results of my wellness programme. The exercises have been very practical and easy for me to do, and I've really noticed improvements in my balance, strength, and mobility."

- Client receiving wellness support

Need support?

We’re here to help - get in touch with our team to see how.

There’s more we can help with – take a look at our other services!