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Kahurangi provides relationship based support to people on their recovery journey, delivered by Peer Support Specialists with lived experience.

We provide individualised peer support, usually delivered face to face, alongside facilitated peer groups. Group support focuses on recovery, skill building, and connection, led by Peer Support Specialists.

We support people who are receiving care from clinical services at Te Toka Tumai, including Hāpai Ora, Aronui Ora, Lotofale, and Manawanui. Peer Support Specialists work alongside on site clinical teams to ensure support is coordinated and grounded in each person’s recovery goals.

For more information contact: [email protected]

Peers in ED provides peer support in emergency departments for people experiencing mental distress or addiction challenges. The service offers support at a critical point of need within hospital emergency settings.

We provide calm, practical support to people and whānau, delivered by peer workers who support people during their time in care. The service also supports clinical teams by improving the patient experience.

For more information contact: [email protected]

Te Piringa Āhuru is a short stay, daytime support space for people experiencing mental health and addiction challenges who need immediate, non-clinical support.

We provide a calm, welcoming environment where people can walk in, be listened to, and receive support during periods of distress. Support is delivered by trained peer support workers with lived experience, focused on helping people feel steadier through difficult moments. No referral is needed.

We support people who are seeking immediate support and benefit from a non-clinical setting.

For more information contact: [email protected]

Toro Mai a Ringa is a residential support service delivered in partnership with Health New Zealand in the Lakes region. Located in the Rotorua community, the service supports people with complex mental health needs that sit beyond the usual scope of residential mental health providers.

We provide a supportive, stable place where people can rebuild daily living skills, regain confidence, and prepare to return to life in the community. 

Support is grounded in practical help, consistency, and everyday routines.

We support people from within the Lakes rohe who need a higher level of residential support to stabilise and work towards living independently in the community.

For more information contact: [email protected]

Waikato Programmes of Care supports people experiencing mental health and addiction challenges to live in their own homes within the Waikato community.

We provide flexible, individualised support delivered by an integrated team of support workers, registered mental health professionals, culturally supportive staff, and people with lived experience. Support focuses on practical, emotional, and social skills.

We support people who want to live in the community and build stability, confidence, and participation in everyday life. There is no fixed programme. Support is provided at a pace and in ways that feel right for each person.

For more information contact: 07 856 6105.