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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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Southern Stop Smoking Service: Anonymous

This client wishes to remain anonymous I started smoking when I was 11 or 12. It was the cool thing to do and everyone else was smoking. It was normal. […]
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Te Pae Oranga & Cancer Kaiarahi Service: A Wonderful Outcome

I was nervous about attending Te Pae Oranga (Iwi Community Panel) because I didn’t know what it was until the facilitator explained it clearly and put my mind at ease, […]
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