Following a series of challenging life circumstances and a tumultuous separation from her children’s father, Nicki*, a devoted Mum of four, faced the difficult task of reuniting her family.
Despite her children living in different regions of the country for several years, Nicki remained committed to securing a safe and stable future for her whānau.
Nicki, feeling overwhelmed, expressed, “It’s like a ticking time bomb, they need help with their feelings”.
Jackie*, our dedicated Kaiwhiri Coordinator at Te Whiri Ora Right Service Right Time, could see Nicki’s deep desire to reconnect with her whānau.
Drawing on her extensive community connections and deep understanding of support agencies, Jackie provided invaluable guidance to Nicki.
Recognising the need for additional support, Jackie explored a mentoring programme for the children. Despite encountering a waitlist for this programme, Jackie arranged immediate wellbeing support to address their needs in the interim.
The introduction of Mana Ake Kaiāwhina into the children’s lives marked a turning point.
With their guidance, the children embarked on a journey of self-discovery and emotional regulation. Through interactive sessions and practical exercises, they learned invaluable skills in coping with change and articulating their emotions.
