Social Work

How we work

We understand that whānau are often the best at identifying their own needs. By collaborating with you, we can help support your development, growth, and independence through mana-enhancing practices.

Our approach to addressing complex needs is empowering you. We believe you should be free to choose the support services that best suit your needs, enabling a holistic and effective wrap-around approach.

  • Elder Abuse – for kaumatua/elderly 65yrs and over experiencing or at risk of abuse and neglect
  • Youth Empowerment Programme – building relationships with students to encourage positive growth in education and community.
  • Family Harm – supporting individuals and whānau experiencing family violence.
  • Oho Wāhine – 4 wks – for women who have experienced or living in family & sexual harm, addictions and/or mental health challenges.
  • maiTāne for Men – supporting men’s behaviour change toward restoring whānau wellbeing.

Social Work Team

Jerome Cowley

  • Kaiārahi Tāne
  • Community Support

Louise Edwards

  • Whakahaere Tikanga
  • Practice Manager
  • Registered Social Worker

Suzanne Kahui

  • Kaiāwhina
  • Community Support

Jessica Taylor

  • Kaiārahi
  • Registered Social Worker

Liesl Holtzhauzen

  • Kaiārahi
  • Registered Social Worker
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