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Kanui Poharama

A softly spoken spiritual being deeply committed to his wellbeing, and a pathway of recovery that echoes a mantra of Be Well, Stay Well, Go Well. Kanui recalls in the […]
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Mahana Southern Māori Mental Health and Addiction Service: I Am Important

I had a rough upbringing surrounded by drugs and alcohol and from the age of five I was raising my siblings and cousins on my own. My parents were alcoholics […]
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Tōku Oranga: My Confidence Is Back

Kaylene Anne Johns I suffer from a range of health problems and require knee and hip surgery. Walking around for me is tricky and I rely on a walker or […]
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Transition Service

Transition KaimahiThe Transition Kaimahi supports eligible Rangatahi aged 15-21 on their journey transitioning from care into adulthood, independent living and long-term wellbeing. The kaimahi supports with: Appointments and meetings Guidance […]
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Manawa Ora: The Service Is Amazing

For the past few years, I have had a metaphoric noose around my neck, chaining me to an addiction I couldn’t escape. A personal trauma in my 30s triggered a […]
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Crisis Advocacy Service: I Am Finally Being Heard

I used to be hateful because I was hated, but now I love because I am loved For the first few months of my life I was tortured at the […]
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