Tūwharetoa Health Charitable Trust

Tūwharetoa Health Charitable Trust Free health and social services for whanau / individuals across the age range to improve the health of all who reside in the rohe of Ngati Tuwharetoa

Kaupapa Maori Health Services Provider

As the days get colder, it can be tempting to stay inside and let your wellbeing slip.But winter is a good time to recon...
25/06/2026

As the days get colder, it can be tempting to stay inside and let your wellbeing slip.

But winter is a good time to reconnect with whanau, your community, and the things that help keep you well.

Most importantly, winter can feel long when you're on your own. Take a moment to reach out to whanau, friends, neighbours, or someone you haven't heard from in a while. A phone call, a visit, a cup of tea, or a simple "How are you?" can make a real difference. Sometimes, just knowing someone cares is enough to change a person's day.

Winter wellness is about more than taking vitamins or enjoying a hot bowl of soup.

It's about staying connected.

It's about getting outside for a bit of fresh air, making time for movement, getting enough rest, and looking after the people around us.

Be honest: have you left the house today?

Even a short walk around the block, a few minutes of sunshine, or a catch-up with a friend can do wonders for your wellbeing.

Small actions can make a big difference this winter. 💚

TĀNE WĀNANGA | RECONNECT. REBUILD. STAND STRONG IN WHO YOU ARE.This July, join us for a powerful two-day wānanga created...
24/06/2026

TĀNE WĀNANGA | RECONNECT. REBUILD. STAND STRONG IN WHO YOU ARE.
This July, join us for a powerful two-day wānanga created specifically for tāne who are ready to strengthen their identity, reconnect with their purpose, and invest in their wellbeing.

Grounded in whakapapa, te taiao, and collective healing, He Wānanga Awarua offers a supportive Māori space to explore who you are, where you come from, and where you want to go.

Together, we will:
• Strengthen identity and purpose
• Reconnect wairua, hinengaro, tinana, and mauri
• Build practical skills for relationships and communication
• Learn grounding practices through te taiao
• Create a pathway for ongoing personal growth

📅 Friday 17 July | 5:00pm–8:00pm
📅 Saturday 18 July | 10:00am–4:00pm

📍 Te Mataapuna, Tūrangi

Facilitated by Dr Paora Te Hurihanganui and the Whare Tamata Mai team.
A wānanga for tāne to grow, lead, and thrive — for themselves, their whānau, and their iwi.

To register or find out more, contact:
📞 Jim Ellis – 022 639 0749
📞 Dean Katuke – 022 596 7710

In ten years, your future self probably won't remember the gym session you skipped. But you might be glad you chose hea...
23/06/2026

In ten years, your future self probably won't remember the gym session you skipped. But you might be glad you chose healthier kai more often.

You won't remember how busy life felt.
But you might be thankful you made time for that health check.

The small choices we make today lay the foundation for our hauora tomorrow.

Your future health is not built in one big moment. It is built one step, one meal, and one choice at a time. The best time to invest in your health isn't when something goes wrong. It's now. Every healthy choice is a gift to your future self.

A little more movement each day. A little more nourishing kai. A little more care for your wellbeing.

It all adds up.

What is one small thing you could start today that your future self will thank you for?

All our services are free for everyone living in our rohe. We are here to support you and your whanau whenever you are ready.

We’re Hiring | Home Based Support Service CoordinatorDo you enjoy supporting people, building relationships, and making ...
19/06/2026

We’re Hiring | Home Based Support Service Coordinator

Do you enjoy supporting people, building relationships, and making a difference in the lives of whanau?

Tūwharetoa Health is seeking a passionate and motivated Home Based Support Service Coordinator to lead and support our Taupō-based Home Based Support Services team.

This is an opportunity to be part of a kaupapa-driven organisation that is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our people and community. You’ll work closely with whanau and support workers to ensure services are responsive, culturally safe, and centred around the needs of those we serve.

In return, you’ll join a supportive team environment, have opportunities for professional development, and play an important role in helping whanau remain independent and well supported in their own homes.

If you’re looking for meaningful mahi and want to make a genuine difference in our community, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications close at 12 pm on Monday, 13 July 2026

For a position description and application form:
📧 [email protected]
📞 0800 942 7454

Apply online:
thct.co.nz/careers-at-thct

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your whanau and networks.

Sometimes life gets busy. You know you'd like to make some positive changes, but you're not sure where to start. You mig...
17/06/2026

Sometimes life gets busy. You know you'd like to make some positive changes, but you're not sure where to start. You might be looking for more energy or wanting to move a bit more each day.

Maybe you'd like support with your wellbeing, your goals, or your whanau.

Our Poumanawa Ora Health Coaches are here to walk alongside you, helping you find simple, achievable steps towards better health and hauora.

There’s no judgement and no pressure, just awhi and support that fits your life.

Get in touch, it's free! ←- even the phone call, on our 0800 number.

Heart disease often begins quietly, long before any signs show up.Things like high blood pressure or cholesterol can bui...
16/06/2026

Heart disease often begins quietly, long before any signs show up.

Things like high blood pressure or cholesterol can build up over the years, even if you feel well. Many people are caught off guard when a health problem suddenly appears.

The good news is, a quick health check can spot risks early. This lets you make small changes now so you can look after your hauora (overall wellbeing) before bigger problems start.

Caring for your heart means being there for your tamariki, mokopuna, partner, and whanau for many years ahead.

Don't wait until you feel unwell. Our team is here with free health support for everyone in our rohe.

Your dog might be onto something. 🐾June is Move Your Butt Month, a reminder that moving more doesn't have to mean joinin...
10/06/2026

Your dog might be onto something. 🐾

June is Move Your Butt Month, a reminder that moving more doesn't have to mean joining a gym or running a marathon.

Sometimes it's as simple as:
🐾 Taking the dog for a walk
🚶 Going around the block
🌳 Getting some fresh air
👨‍👩‍👧 Spending time with whanau

Every little bit of movement counts. This June, challenge yourself to sit less and move more.

Your dog will probably be pretty happy about it too. 🐶💚



🔔 ReminderYou don't have to do it alone.Join us every Thursday for Walk & Talk, a relaxed opportunity to get moving, enj...
08/06/2026

🔔 Reminder

You don't have to do it alone.
Join us every Thursday for Walk & Talk, a relaxed opportunity to get moving, enjoy the Taupō lakefront, and connect with others in the community.

Whether you come with a friend, bring the tamariki, or join us on your own, everyone is welcome.

📅 Every Thursday
⏰ 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 Two Mile Bay Sailing Club (by the picnic table, Taupō

To register, contact: Bron (one of our Health Coaches)
0800 WHARIKI (0800 942 7454 ) ←- all our services are free.

Fresh air. Friendly faces. Good korero.

We'd love to see you there. 💚

Do you know a tane who needs a check-in?Sometimes the strongest people are the ones carrying the most.The dad who is alw...
08/06/2026

Do you know a tane who needs a check-in?

Sometimes the strongest people are the ones carrying the most.

The dad who is always there for everyone. The mate who always says he's "all good."

The brother, uncle, cousin, or koro who puts everyone else's needs before his own.

This Men's Health Month, take a moment to check in.

A text.

A phone call.

A quick korero.

Sometimes knowing someone cares can make all the difference.

Men's Health Month is a reminder that looking after our health isn't something we have to do alone.

A simple "How are you really doing?" could be the conversation someone needs today.

Check in with the tane in your life. Not because something is wrong.

Because they matter.

Today is Safe Sleep Day, Te Ra Mokopuna. Every pepi in our whanau deserves a safe and peaceful sleep.It’s a good reminde...
04/06/2026

Today is Safe Sleep Day, Te Ra Mokopuna. Every pepi in our whanau deserves a safe and peaceful sleep.

It’s a good reminder that making every sleep a safe sleep helps protect our precious pepi. Safe Sleep Day is about raising awareness of SUDI (Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy) and supporting whānau with simple, everyday ways to keep pepi safe.

Here are some simple foundations for safe sleep:

Pepi are safest in their own flat, firm bed with firm sides, like a wahakura, cot, or bassinet.

Always place pepi on their back for every sleep, with nothing near their face, such as toys, loose blankets, cords, or pillows.

Make sure the sleep space is free from smoke, v**e, alcohol and drugs. Whanau, we all have a part to play in keeping our pepi safe.

These simple steps can make a big difference for our whanau.

Let’s work together so every pepi in our community has a safe sleep every time.

Share this korero to help spread the safe sleep message to whanau across our community.

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28 Te Rangitautahanga Road
Turangi
3334

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+6473842882

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