Please be aware we are not a crisis centre and as such if you or someone else is in danger please contact 111 or one of the following supports:
Free call or text: 1737
Lifeline: 0800 543 354
Youthline: 0800 376 633
Shine: 0508 744 633
OUR SERVICES/PROGRAMMES:
HIPPY – Home Interaction Programme for Parents & Youngsters
As part of the HIPPY programme you work with your child in your home for 15 mi
nutes a day, 5 times per week. Your child will build knowledge in maths, reading and writing while developing their cognitive, creative and social skills, all of which need to be in place for a successful start at school. To find out more contact Glenda on 974 4719 extn 401, 021 882 732 or [email protected]
Playgroup
Every Tuesday (9.30am-11.30am) and Thursday (12pm-2pm) (apart from in the school holidays) we run a playgroup for under fives. A gold coin donation is gratefully received which goes towards providing fresh fruit for the children. Complimentary tea, coffee and cold water is provided. Communication for Life (adult literacy) with the Manukau Institute of Technology
We provide a small, friendly class to improve your English reading, writing and maths. We use material from our everyday lives such as:
Forms, letters, bills, newspaper articles, notices, magazines
*Free to NZ Citizens & Permanent Residents (PR)
Classes have commenced for the term however please do register your interest with us for our next course. Budget Advice
While we no longer have a Budget Advisor on site, we are able to connect you with one still. Please call us to discuss your needs. Counselling
We have an experienced counsellor who will listen in confidence to your deepest concerns, and offer you a pathway to better understand yourself and others, free from worrying about the past or the future. Justice of the Peace ("JP")
We no longer have a JP on site. Please instead contact your local CAB. Parenting programmes
The Triple P (Positive Parenting Programme) gives parents simple and practical advice to help them confidently manage the behaviour of their children and teens, prevent problems developing and to build strong, healthy relationships. Contact us to register your interest for the next classes. We also hold the Incredible Years parenting programme from time to time. Seasons programmes for children, young people and adults
Seasons for Growth is a peer support programme which helps people of all ages to understand and cope with the changes they experience when a significant loss occurs. The programme is based on an understanding that working through grief involves four tasks and uses the imagery of the four seasons. The programme is a safe and proven way to help people to think about, and for some, come to terms with their life changing experiences. How Do I Join In? Please just call, email or PM us! It’s that simple. How Much Will It Cost Me? Some providers ask that a small koha is provided to ensure the continued running of the service but most are free to you. Please feel free to contact us to discuss your needs.
