They found a rental home to move into but didn’t have enough money to cover the moving costs—it was hard enough making ends meet.
Category: Children and young people

Barry Helem Is Confirmed as White Ribbon Ambassador
White Ribbon is a social change campaign that aims to transform attitudes around violence, specifically men’s violence towards women.

Supporters Learn about Enliven Social Work and Kaiāwhina over a Cuppa
A team from Enliven in Canterbury were excited to host yet another PSUSI Service Morning Tea; this time in the new main office, Te Korowai.

A Taonga for Cashmere High School’s Wellbeing Week
Today a team from Presbyterian Support USI presented a very special Cashmere High School student with a taonga to recognise her work in supporting student wellbeing.

Appointment of New Chief Executive Officer
Christchurch, 28 June 2019 -- Presbyterian Support Upper South Island today announced the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Barry Helem.

New Building “Te Korowai” to Cloak All Who Enter with Safety, Strength, and Connection
The building’s name, Te Korowai (meaning cloak), signifies safety, strength, and connection for both staff and clients alike. A gifted korowai will permanently reside at Te Korowai.

PSUSI Main Office Has Moved Home
The building, named Te Korowai – The Home of Presbyterian Support Upper South Island, will house about 60 staff, including corporate and service employees.

A Mother’s New Emotion-Coaching Skills Reduce Her Daughter’s Anxiety
Tuning in to Kids is a six-session course that teaches parents to recognise, understand and respond to children's emotions in an accepting, supportive way.

A Mentor Keeps a Promise to Himself
Many years ago Robert Hall promised himself that one day, when he had time, he would give back. He never forgot his promise.

Family Works: “See” the Power of Slow Breathing
Your adrenal glands release hormones that, among other things, cause your heart rate, breathing rate and blood pressure to increase.
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