He ora te whakapiri | Together, we make it better

Our Purpose

Our charitable purpose is defined in the RAPHS constitution and includes:

Improving the health status of the enrolled population of Rotorua
Reducing disparities between the health of different groups within the enrolled population of Rotorua
Promoting and developing a fully integrated health delivery system
Promoting good health and the prevention of disease
Supporting the delivery of quality health services through a skilled workforce
Reducing barriers to access to primary health services
Working with other health providers within the Rotorua region to ensure that services are co-ordinated around the needs of the enrolled population
Carrying on any activity incidental to the attainment or enhancement of the above objects and meeting the requirements of an organisation recognised as a PHO

RAPHS purpose is to enable high quality health & wellbeing services for our community; through supporting primary care services

Together, We Make it Better
There is strength in unity - By working together we can do great things

To show respect towards all others

Acting fairly, ethically and with accountability

RAPHS improves the outcomes of health services:

To achieve out charitable goals, we work closely with communities, funders and healthcare teams:

Contracted service delivery through a network of community-based healthcare providers
Patient care and support services delivered by RAPHS employed staff
Provider support including workforce, technology and business support
System support including accreditation, assurance, financial management, integration, provider facilitation and service development