Latest updates

Welcome to our latest updates

Here, you'll find inspiring stories and updates that capture the heart of our organisation. From client successes and community highlights to the incredible journeys of our staff and volunteers, these updates showcase the breadth and depth of our work.

Each story is a testament to our mission - enhancing the mana of whānau to be safe, resilient, and connected. Guided by our skilled team of social workers, psychologists, and counsellors, individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with courage and determination. These stories remind us of the positive impact we can achieve together.

Explore the stories that inspire and reflect our shared purpose.

"In Ashburton, our team wanted to understand what would make a real difference for local young people and their families. So they started by asking the community one simple question, what would help?"

Ready, set, grow

"Our teams have been finding their own ways
to connect, celebrate and learn together. For Matariki, this meant shared kai, kōrero,
activities and time spent together. "

Challenge accepted!

"Jo* remembers finding her 15-year-old daughter Aria* sitting on the bathroom floor at 2 am. Aria was crying, exhausted and telling her mum she couldn’t face another day."

“I just wanted my daughter back.”

"There’s been plenty of warmth, laughter and
connection at our Enliven Tōtara Club in
Blenheim/Waiharakeke. Recently, members enjoyed a trip to a local orchard, where apples were generously offered"

Growing connections at Tōtara

"Sometimes, the impact of mentoring goes both ways. For Jack*, becoming a Family Works Youth Mentor was about supporting a young person, but it also became an important part of his own journey."

A journey that goes both ways

"Matariki is a time to gather with whānau, to remember those who have passed, and to reflect on the year gone by. Across our communities, it might be a shared meal, stories around the table. "

Together, this Matariki

"We welcomed Catherine Jordan, our new Enliven Community Services Coordinator, whose role supports older people to stay connected, independent, and well through programmes such as HomeShare."

Shining the Spotlight

"Behind every hour volunteered is a person helping others feel supported, connected, and cared for. This National Volunteer Week, we caught up with two of our wonderful volunteers, Patsi and Russell."

Celebrating our Volunteers

"We were deeply moved when Christchurch Women’s Hospital reached out for blankets and clothes for babies and families in need. "

Knitted with Kindness

"Aspiring Law recently hosted a special morning tea to thank our wonderful Christchurch volunteers, who give their time to support our services and the people we walk alongside."

A warm thank you for our Christchurch volunteers

"Each year, our community shows up with generosity and care, making sure families and individuals who are doing it tough are not forgotten at Christmas."

A Community That Shows Up

"During Mental Health Awareness Week, our Nelson team joined the Step Towards Each Other campaign, using creativity to spark conversations about mental health and wellbeing."

Nelson's Wellbeing Steps