We do FREE needs assessment and service coordination for disabled people under 65 years who live in Auckland.

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Needing storm and flood support?

Essentials and financial assistance
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Needing storm and flood support?

Essentials and financial assistance

Who we support

Physical disability

Sri Lankan twin boys in wheelchairs resting their chins on a cricket bat

Intellectual disability

Adult women flatmates with intellectual disability smiling brightly and enjoying a cuppa

Sensory disability

A middle aged Pasifica woman with vision impairment playing a guitar

Autism Spectrum

An adult man with ASD at the botanic garden

How we do it

It all starts with you telling us how your day unfolds, where you need support and what can make life better. This is known as a 'needs assessment'. This means getting to know you, understanding you and enabling you to decide on how we support you. We can help you access a range of Whaikaha - Ministry of Disabled People supports and services and we can talk about your other needs too. Together we’ll create a pathway towards the best life possible for you. Send a referral now so we can start our journey together. 

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Community connection service

Covid support
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Community connection service

Covid support

Stories

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Katerina's story: Navigating anxiety and school supports

Katerina's teenaged daughter, Nanette, has struggled with increased anxiety since the lockdowns. When Nanette transitioned to high school, her anxiety intensified. Katerina asked if we can assist with her efforts to secure a full time teacher aide so that Nanette can receive extra support in managing her anxiety and navigating the challenges of high school.

Alt text: A mum with a book on her lap and her daughter hugging her.

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Susiana's story: a family embracing learning and growth

Susiana is 8-years-old and lives with her parents and her five-year-old brother. She loves sticker books and takes a lot of pride in showing her impressive sticker collection to anyone who visits their home.

Susiana is an autistic individual, and her dad shared that this often leads to behaviours that are challenging to others, causing significant stress within the family. Recently, they've been struggling to support Susiana's literacy programmes that are making a positive impact on her.

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Whānau ora story: Regaining balance in tough times

“I would normally call myself a resilient person, but the flash flooding caught us off guard and the damage it caused to my home did make us feel like our whare tapawhā became unbalanced,” said Mereana.

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Whānau Ora: Supporting Natia's aiga to rebuild

Natia's mum sleeps in the sleepout, which was damaged by the floods. Her family was able to receive support from government agencies to replace some of Granny's essential items. However, the funding cannot be used to replace her damaged bed.

Alt text: Image of an eldelry Pacific Islander woman smiling. She is wearing a floral top. The image contains the text: Whānau Ora. Kei konei mātou, ki te tautoko i a koe. We are here to support you.

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Bayley's story: A helping hand to access vital services

When Bayley's son, Ike, was struggling to access the services he needed, it was a stressful time for the family. However, their situation improved significantly after they received support from Taikura Trust

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Whānau Ora: Justin's fundraiser

We came across Justin when he was quite ill with Covid, during the Auckland Anniversary flooding. One of our Whānau Ora team reached out to his mum, Christine, had a long kōrero with her and listened so deeply that Christine completely opened up and shared the creative ways they cope in times of difficulty.

Alt text: Justin dressed as King Neptune at a community fundraising event for Cancer.

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