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Aukaha (1997) Ltd

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    Aukaha
    Originates from kia kaha, au kaha - Unite, bind together

    Two men engaged in lashing, would say "kia kaha" so he pushed the line through and then as both pulled together the other would say "au kaha" (Beattie 1920b)

    A good phrase to encourage people to unite and bind/work together

     

    The Aukaha team works with people across Otago providing a range of services that will help make ours a better place to be. This includes a range of initiatives that will link our communities together, providing shared understanding and enhanced benefits for us all.

     

    Kaupapa Māori
    Whānau Ora
    Healthy Homes

    Working with whānau and whānau ora providers to find their needs in terms of healthy homes and home environments. 

    Tumai Ora Whānau Services

    Tumai Ora Whānau Services provide whānau ora services across East Otago and North Otago encompassing the Moeraki and Huirapa Rūnaka rohe, Waitati, Purakanui and the Waitaki Valley. Tumai Ora loosely translates as ‘taking a stand for the best’ and their aim is to foster accessibility to service delivery and help build greater relationships with health and social services in the Otago area.

    The key objectives of the services of Tumai Ora are to ensure existing health professionals and providers are available and that Māori are assisted to better utilise the services that are available to them.

    Tumai Ora Whānau Services are available to all of the community.

    Development of whānau health plans are for specific conditions and age groups, and are targeted for improvement in the health of each whānau. There is a high priority on:

    • Diabetes
    • Asthma
    • Hearing
    • Immunisation
    • Smoking
    • Injury
    • Drugs
    • Alcohol

    Health and disability services we offer

    • Whānau Ora Navigator
    • One-on-one sessions with whānau to address needs
    • Provision of health information and resources
    • Access to social agencies
    • Home visits – kanohi ki kanohi

    Charges

    All services are free to access to New Zealand residents

    Age groups

    • Child / Tamariki
    • Youth / Rangatahi
    • Adult / Pakeke
    • Older adult / Kaumātua