Last week, ABI Rehabilitation and Proactive Healthcare were proud to support a number of our kaimahi to attend and present at the Australasian Society for the Study of Brain Impairment (ASSBI) and New Zealand Special Interest Group in Neuropsychology (NZSIGN) Conference held in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Our teams delivered how-to sessions, oral presentations, and poster presentations… Continue reading Australasian Society for the Study of Brain Impairment (ASSBI) and New Zealand Special Interest Group in Neuropsychology (NZSIGN) Conference
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Happy International Nurses Day
Today on International Nurses Day we recognise the skill, care and dedication our ABI nurses across our inpatient and community services bring to their work supporting kiritaki in their rehabilitation journey every day. All of ABI’s nurses play an integral part of ABI’s leadership and rehabilitation service delivery. ABI has a large team of nurses… Continue reading Happy International Nurses Day
National Psychology Week
Theme: Remember the past and dream for the future. This week we celebrate the incredible mahi of Psychologists across Aotearoa. All our Psychologists are registered with the New Zealand Psychologists Board (NZPB), ensuring safe, ethical, and professional care. They bring expertise across areas including neuropsychology, pain management, clinical, behavioural, health psychology, and paediatrics. Our Psychology… Continue reading National Psychology Week
Happy New Year
As we welcome 2026, here’s to another year of providing exceptional care and making a positive difference in the lives of people across Aotearoa
Merry Christmas
Kia pai ngā hararei – happy holidays! Wishing you and your whānau a joyful and safe festive season. Thank you to all the kiritaki (patients / clients) and kaimahi (staff) we work with for your ongoing contribution and support throughout 2025.
The impact of the invisible injury
Billy Ross is the epitome of a young adventurous rangatahi living life to the fullest. His and his whānau’s sheer determination in the face of severe brain injuries has been rewarded with the most precious gift – Billy returning to the things he loves most. Billy has generously shared his story with ABI to encourage… Continue reading The impact of the invisible injury
World Occupational Therapy Day
Today we celebrate the incredible work of Occupational Therapists – allied health professionals who empower people of all ages to live life to the fullest! Whether it’s supporting recovery after injury, supporting tamariki play and development, helping someone regain independence, assessing for assistive aids and appliances and supporting a return to work or study, OTs… Continue reading World Occupational Therapy Day
Speech‑language Therapy Awareness Week
15 – 21 September is Speech‑language Therapy Awareness Week: Let’s embrace Wairuatanga together! At ABI, our Speech and Language Therapists (SLTs) work across our services – with adults and tamariki – supporting communication, swallowing, connection, and identity. These are all vital elements of holistic hauora. This week, we celebrate the essential role communication plays in… Continue reading Speech‑language Therapy Awareness Week
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
This year marks 50 years of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – a powerful celebration of our language, culture, and identity. For five decades, this week has brought people together to honour te reo Māori, reminding us that every word spoken keeps this taonga alive for future generations. Join us in celebrating 50 years… Continue reading Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
Happy World Physiotherapy Day!
Today we celebrate the incredible impact of physiotherapy in transforming lives every single day! From the gym to the bedside, from parks to workplaces, our amazing physiotherapists are there – helping kiritaki regain their mobility, strength, and balance. Whether it’s navigating uneven terrain, supporting the journey back to work, or helping children reach developmental milestones… Continue reading Happy World Physiotherapy Day!