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Support Groups
See our listings below for local support groups in Whakatane
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Rangiatea Whakatane School for Young Parents
The Rangiatea Whakatane School for Young Parents is a secondary school catering to the needs of young parents up to the age of 20 years old.
SANDS BOP
Sands New Zealand is a network of parent-run, non-profit groups supporting families who have experienced the death of a baby. We have over 25 groups/contact people around the country.
SPELD NZ - EASTERN BAY OF PLENTY
We assist children and adults with dyslexia and other learning disabilities, offering specialized help despite challenges in the education system.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Various support groups catering to diverse needs, providing a supportive network for individuals facing challenges.
TE PUNA ORA O MATAATUA
We support all whānau and communities with a whānau ora healthcare approach, from pēpi to kaumātua.
WHAKATANE PARENTS CENTRE
Volunteer organisation run by families, for families, educating parents and supplying them with tools and tips for raising a family.
Support Groups Listings
ALZHEIMERS SOCIETY EASTERN BAY OF PLENTY INCORPORATED
We provide support services to people with dementia and their carers, family and whanau. Based in Whakatane, our team is passionate about and committed to empowering and enabling all people in the Eastern Bay Of Plenty affected by dementia. Alzheimers and other dementias can be very isolating and distressing diseases, and it is extremely important that people realise they do not have to travel this journey alone.
To find out more about the support we can offer you, please contact Alzheimers Society Eastern Bay of Plenty Incorporated.
HOSPICE EASTERN BAY OF PLENTY
Hospice Eastern Bay Of Plenty helps people make the most of their lives. Hospice is not a building; it is a philosophy of care.
We care for the whole person, not just their physical needs but also their emotional, spiritual, and social needs too. We care for family / whānau and friends as well, both before and after a death. Irrespective of where they are, this philosophy of care does not change and everything we provide is free of charge.
NEIGHBOURHOOD SUPPORT WHAKATANE
Neighbourhood Support Whakatane is a charitable trust operating under the umbrella of Neighbourhood Support New Zealand.
Neighbourhood Support aims to up their profile to reach communities to help/encourage community preparedness with Civil Defence. Neighbourhood Support also liaises with the police to help with crime prevention and encourage residents to report any suspicious behaviour.
PARKINSONS BAY OF PLENTY
Parkinsons BoP are here for to provide support, education and information for People with Parkinson’s and Parkinsonism conditions, their families/whanau, carers and health professionals.
PLUNKET WHAKATANE
Plunket are New Zealand's largest provider of support services for the development, health and wellbeing of children under 5. Plunket works together with families and communities, to ensure the best start for every child. Whānau āwhina - caring for families.
Plunket Whakatane offer a range of services including car seat technicians on certain dates, play groups, well child and before school checks as well as other support services and coffee groups.
SALVATION ARMY WHAKATANE
The Salvation Army New Zealand provide individuals and families with food parcels, budgeting advice, life skills and parenting courses, social work, youth development, and transitional housing. They aim to give you a helping hand so you are not dependent on government assistance and can gain a greater level of control over your life.
Foodbank and welfare assessments are done on Tuesday and Thursdays between 9.30am and 12.30pm.
Other services are available as required, please enquire.
VICTIM SUPPORT
Victim Support is an independent incorporated society that provides a free 24 / 7 community response to help victims of serious crime and trauma. Volunteers are at the heart of our service.
For immediate assistance please call 0800 842 846. This number will get you through to our 24 hr Contact Service that manages victim referrals and improves volunteer Support Worker safety throughout New Zealand.
WHAKATANE CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU
At the CAB we try to help people to know and understand their rights and obligations and how to use this information to get the best outcomes, provide people with the confidence and support they need to take action, and work for positive social change within communities and wider society. We provide a free and independent service to all.
Here at the Whakatane CAB we support our clients by.
WHAKATANE SHAKE ALL NATIONS YOUTH
Whakatane Shake all Nations Youth, also known as SANY, is a Christian organization, run by the Shake all Nations Church.
We meet every Thursday night during the school terms, at 6:30 - 8:30 at the Knox Church, 83 Domain Road Whakatane.
All High school students, year groups 9-13 are welcome!
Come along for food, games, and fellowship.
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