Rangatahi & Whānau Support Services : Whare Manawa Ora
Whānau Ora
Working with 13 to 24-year-olds and Whānau to plan and support them to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Mentoring
Matching a mentor with a person to support and upskill. This service is linked to Oranga Tamariki & the Family Harm Initiative.
Children’s Team
Bringing together the child, their Whānau and professionals involved in their care, agree on a plan and deliver support to improve the well-being of children and their Whānau.
Safer Families
Co-ordination of Rotorua Safer Families Project networks assists with activities, meetings and events i.e White Ribbon & E Tu Whānau with communities and agencies.
Whānau Wellness Services
In partnership with the Police offering the whole Whānau interventions, support and links to required services.
Transition to Adulthood
Supporting young people from Oranga Tamariki care to adulthood with a full wrap-around service.
Events & Activities : Whare Manawa Wera
Okareka Outdoor Centre
The Okareka Outdoor Centre is based at Boyes Beach, Lake Okareka and offer team building activities, waka, kayaking & paddling for schools, corporate and international visitors.
Waka Ama/Waka Tete
Paddling events and opportunities to suit all ages and experiences.
Breakaway Holiday Programme
A free school holiday programme for youth aged 11 to 17 years, who would not normally be given the opportunity to attend.
Te Arawa Journey
A programme held over 6 weekends offering strength-based experiences and activities – mai Maketu ki Tongariro for youth aged 10 to 15.