WanderSearch Auckland Charitable Trust

08/05/2026

We have been nominated for a donation from Morrisons Funeral Directors. More nominations would really help! Please click on the link and nominate us - thank you.

Nominate a good cause. Morrisons Funerals are giving away $10,000 Caring for one another is at the heart of who we are We've got ten $1,000 community sponsorships to give away to grassroots community organisations. Nominations are open now!   "*" indicates required fields NOMINATE YOUR GOOD CAUSE*W...

07/05/2026

Thank you so much to St Stephen's Second Chance Shop for your donation! We appreciate your support as "Charity of the Month" in April - thank you! Also thank you to all your volunteers!

30/04/2026

'Mate Wareware' is an app co-created through collaboration with kaumātua and whānau to help Māori affected by dementia | mate wareware and to raise awareness of the condition.

Tikanga Māori is central to the app, with an introduction and karakia by kaumātua, and everyone featured in it is Māori.

Topics covered include what mate wareware is and what Māori understandings of it is, the types and causes of it, how to look after whānau who are affected by it and how to identify the signs of dementia.

Learn more at www.matewareware.nz

28/04/2026

Tomorrow is the official Hoods Up Volume Down quiet hour, from 10-11am. We are so grateful for the many many schools and organisations that are holding a quiet hour tomorrow: turning down the lights, turning down the noise and turning up for the autistic community.

We have a special announcement coming tomorrow at 11am when the quiet hour ends, so check back to check it out!

Please make sure to tag us in your photos tomorrow, wearing your hoodies or preparing for your events. You can use or tag our official accounts.

09/04/2026

📣 Today is Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Awareness Day.

PPA is a form of dementia that affects language first – making it harder to speak, understand, read, or write.

In this recorded discussion, Winifred Henderson (Dementia New Zealand) and Christa Grbin (AphasiaNZ) talk through what PPA is and the kind of changes people might notice.

💬 “PPA is a language-led dementia, where language symptoms are often the first signs to appear.” Christa Gerbin

Those changes can be easy to miss at first. Words don’t come as easily. Conversations take more effort. It can be mistaken for everyday lapses.

If you or someone you know is noticing changes in communication, this is a helpful place to start.

If you’re supporting someone with dementia | mate wareware, our Dementia Advisors can provide practical guidance and support.

🎧 Listen to the recording here:
https://vimeo.com/1179994641?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

24/03/2026

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/wandersearch-auckland-charitable-trust

WanderSearch Auckland supports people who have a cognitive impairment ie dementia, autism, downs syndrome who are at risk of wandering.

17/03/2026

Welcome to autumn! Check out our latest newsletter.

11/03/2026

🚗 Research opportunity – sharing your experience 🚗

For many families supporting someone with dementia | mate wareware, conversations about driving can be difficult. Questions about safety, independence and timing can be challenging for everyone involved.

The University of Waikato PhD Fellow Kushalata Baral is conducting research exploring how families and whānau make decisions about when someone with cognitive impairment should stop driving.

If you are a partner, child, or family member who has been involved in supporting someone through this decision, you may be able to take part.

Participation involves an anonymous online survey and takes around 15–20 minutes.

Your experience could help researchers better understand the challenges families face and improve guidance and support for others in the future.

📝 Take part in the survey here: https://waikato.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0H63qOi97AZa594

22/02/2026

Tracking Success: NZCT Helps WanderSearch Keep Loved Ones Safe 🧭❤️

NZCT has awarded $5,000 to WanderSearch Auckland to refurbish 200 safety tracking devices for people with cognitive impairments, helping families stay connected and giving peace of mind if loved ones wander.

Joan from Newmarket shares, “It is marvellous what you do, I am grateful. My husband has gone missing three times to date, the last time for two hours but the Police managed to find him still safe and without distress.”

NZCT can fund this community good thanks to the fundraising partnerships we share with local hospitality venues via their responsible gaming lounges.”

18/02/2026

🎶 The Power of Music - Free concert invitation 🎶

Music has a unique way of awakening memories, bringing comfort, and creating moments of joy.

We would like to sincerely thank the Auckland Philharmonia for generously opening their doors to people living with dementia | mate wareware, alongside their care partners and whānau, for a free daytime concert.

🎼 Morning Music: Brahms’ Fourth Symphony
🗓 Monday 23 February
🕦 11:30am (approx. one hour)
📍 Auckland Town Hall
🎟 Limited tickets – book now: https://purchase.aucklandphil.nz/3291/3304?promo=26MMDem5

Under the direction of internationally acclaimed conductor Giordano Bellincampi, the orchestra will perform Brahms Academic Festival Overture and Brahms Symphony No.4 in a beautiful and uplifting morning of live music.

We hope to see you there!

03/02/2026

Living with dementia can be a scary and overwhelming experience. To make matters worse, people living with dementia can be vulnerable to being targeted, manipulated, or taken advantage of by others.

Memory loss, confusion, and increased trust can place people at risk of scams, financial abuse, neglect, or exploitation. This can happen quietly and often goes unnoticed until serious harm has already occurred.

Awareness, support, and early action matter. Looking out for older people, staying informed, and speaking up can help protect dignity, safety, and wellbeing.

Learn more about ageing safely and how to support people living with dementia at
https://pmgt.org.nz/ageing-safely/