Our services and programmes are specifically designed to bring whānau to a place of connection that will help ground and give purpose to their lives. Our journey as Ngāti Kahu Social and Health Services continues to evolve and shift towards our vision of ‘He Oranga Tangata’ – the wellbeing and health of all people.
Access to our Kaupapa Māori services include self-referral, or referral from primary and secondary health services, whānau, carers and community members.
Our qualified and registered Social Workers in Schools walk alongside our tamariki, helping them grow in confidence, resilience, and their ability to succeed within the school environment.
Working closely with tamariki, their whānau, and kura, we develop personalised plans using culturally grounded approaches that reflect Māori practices, values and local strengths familiar to our community — ensuring every child feels seen, supported, and empowered.
We also deliver kaupapa Māori programmes such as Waka Ama and Whenua Kōrero, creating spaces where tamariki can reconnect with their culture, identity, and belonging. Through these familiar and meaningful practices, we strengthen confidence, pride, and a sense of purpose in our tamariki.
Our Youth Mentors and Coaches provide guidance and practical support for rangatahi (including secondary school students and those receiving MSD support). We can help rangatahi to stay engaged in school, plan next steps, and connect with the right services. We walk alongside rangatahi and whānau to build safe, strong pathways.
Youth Payment
For 16–17 year olds who can’t live with a parent/guardian. We help with planning, budgeting and connecting to the right supports.
Young Parent Payment
For 16–19 year olds who are the main carer of a baby/child. We support young parents and whānau to build safety, stability and wellbeing.
NEET Service
For 16–17 year olds not in education, employment or training (or at risk). We support rangatahi back into learning, training or work.
Youth Workers in Schools
In-school one-to-one and group support to improve engagement, wellbeing, behaviour and achievement. We work alongside rangatahi, whānau and kura to build a plan that fits.
Group and individual programmes that strengthen Te Whare Tapa Wha ~ Taha tinana (physical health), Taha wairua (spiritual health), Taha whānau (family health) and Taha hinengaro (mental health):
We’re here to manaaki and support individuals and whānau seeking improved mental wellbeing. We offer culturally grounded, strengths-based support to help people restore balance and wellbeing.
Our team includes clinicians and people with lived experience. We offer one-to-one support and group programmes that build understanding, support connection and recovery.
Whānau-centred support guided by kaupapa Māori values such as whanaungatanga and manaakitanga. We help people navigate systems and connect with services (justice, housing, work, education, health).
Support to find and sustain safe, stable housing. We can advocate, problem-solve and link whānau with the right housing pathways and resources.
We can provide brief intervention counselling with our in-house clinician.
To find out more, get in touch with us today!
