Living Well Trust

Living Well Trust The community ministries of Thames Baptist Church He aha te mea nui o te ao
What is the most important thing in the world?

He tangata, he tangata, he tangata
It is the people, it is the people, it is the people

We are a Thames based trust and we are all about people. We believe that every person of immense value and should be treated as such. Our Services Life-Skills through adventure
Using adventure therapy, facilitation, and a proven therapeutic model our wellbeing programs will expand on selected life-skills in your year seven and eight students helping prepare them for their transition to high school and more importantly growing their resilience for the future.

“I really liked the way you worked with us as kids and the adventures helped me to connect and gain the trust, respect, and friendships of those around me.”
- - Students reflecting four years later

Why resilience programs? Our wellbeing programs were developed in response to New Zealand’s high mental health and su***de rates. Our programs help many of our young people to build on their strengths and support structures to over- come life’s challenges more adequately.

24-7 Youth Work
Working in partnership with high schools and the 24-7 Youth Workers Network we provide presence-based youth support and mentor- ing. In the primary schools we are building knowledge and skills through fun programs. In the high schools we are walking alongside and empowering young people to thrive. Journeying with Taiohi (young learners)
We provide a three-fold approach that seeks to see taiohi thrive as we walk alongside from primary school till the end of high school.
- Partner with schools to build resilience and wellbeing through our Res-Kids and Thrive programs with year 7-8 students.
- Continue the journey as we walk alongside Rangatahi at high school using a presence-based approach.

- Equipping parents and teachers with knowledge and tools to build consistent support

Thames Food Bank
We administer the Thames Food Bank for people caught in a tough spot needing a hand up. The foodbank is available Monday to Thursday 9am - 11:30am.

305
Between 9am - 12pm Monday to Thursday we have a drop in space at 305 Mary Street Thames available. This is a great space for breakfast, connection and conversation.

Last Tasty Tuesday (community meal) for 2025. Put on by Living Well Trust with huge thanks to Baptist Church, Equippers ...
20/12/2025

Last Tasty Tuesday (community meal) for 2025. Put on by Living Well Trust with huge thanks to Baptist Church, Equippers Church, St Frances Church, who have contributed, cooked and served this meal and many more meals throughout the year. To the many donors, volunteers’ supporters who have contributed throughout 2025, what an awesome blessing you have been.

Pics of the Living Well Trust/Foodbank/Open Door team at Christmas parade.
10/12/2025

Pics of the Living Well Trust/Foodbank/Open Door team at Christmas parade.

03/12/2025

St 🎄 Thames Christmas Parade – Foodbank Drive! 🎄
Saturday 6 December | From 11am | Mary St Thames
Let’s come together this Christmas to make sure no one in Thames goes without. During the Thames Santa Parade, the Living Well Trust – Thames Community Foodbank team will be walking with trolleys — and we’d love your help to fill them!
👉 Bring a food item or a cash donation
👉 Pop it straight into our trolleys as we come past!
Right now, more families than ever are reaching out for support. Your generosity helps the Living Well Trust Thames Community Foodbank continue providing emergency food parcels for people facing homelessness, hardship, rising living costs, or crisis situations.
Every dollar and every can truly makes a difference.
If you can’t make it to the parade, you can still donate:
📍 305 - 307 Mary Street, Thames
🕐 Drop-off hours:
• Saturday until 1pm
• Monday–Thursday, 9am–12pm________________________________________
💰 Claim 33% of your donation back!
As a registered charity, any cash or bank donation of $5 or more made within a tax year qualifies for a Donation Tax Credit, where you can claim one-third of the donation back from IRD.
If you would like a donation receipt, please give us your:
✔ First and last name
✔ Phone number
✔ Email address or postal address
✔ Amount donated
You can provide this information by:
📨 Putting cash in an envelope with your details and giving it to us on parade day, or
🌐 Using our donate page: https://livingwell.org.nz/donate/
(Our bank account details for online banking are also on this page.)_______________________
📞 Questions? We’re here to help
Phone: (07) 868 6274
Email: [email protected]________________________________________
❤️ Let’s fill those trolleys, share the spirit of Christmas, and bring hope to our community.
Thank you Thames — your kindness through the Living Well Trust Thames Community Foodbank truly changes lives.

The community ministries of Thames Baptist Church

Address

305 Mary Street
Thames
3500

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+6478686274

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