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East Coast News – March 2023
Kia ora koutou, This has been a challenging month for our region. I’m feeling very fortunate that my house and whānau are okay, but I know that is not the case for many of you, and I’m thinking of you all. Disasters like this always bring out the true spirit of kiwis;...
Upper South News – March 2023
Tēna koutou katoa e te whanau, My thoughts go out to all our fellow caregivers and others that have been impacted by Cyclone Gabrielle. Being recent recipients of floods in our own region we can empathize with the massive job that those affected will be facing, there...
Auckland South News – March 2023
Talofa lava; my name is Nu’umoe Collins I am a New Zealand born Samoan and the eldest of seven, a mother of one, and aiga/whānau caregiver of two. I’m very passionate about connection, service and continual learning. I have 15 years’ service working for a contract...
Auckland News – March 2023
Kia ora e hoa mā, hi friends, How are you keeping? My thoughts are with everyone who has been impacted by the recent flooding and cyclone damage in the past couple of weeks. The start of the school year can be a mix of excitement, stress, and anxiety at the best of...
Upper North News – March 2023
Ngā mihi ngakau nui ki ngā whānau o Te Tai Tokerau/Heartfelt acknowledgements to Northland families Especially to those of you worst affected by the recent extreme weather events. Anxieties for our Mokopuna are high at the best of times, and we are worried they worry...
North West News – March 2023
Kia ora everyone, Our thoughts are with everyone that has been affected by the weather events a couple of weeks ago. We hope you are all able to access the type of support you need. If any of you find this situation has caused real tension or stress in your caring...
Canterbury News – March 2023
Kia ora koutou Canterbury Caregivers! Foster Care Awareness Week is next week! We at Caring Families Aotearoa want you to know that you are doing an outstanding job of caring for your tamariki and rangatahi. You make a positive difference in our society by nurturing...
Lower North News – March 2023
Kia ora everyone, Our thoughts are with everyone that has been affected by the recent weather events. We hope you are all able to access the type of support you need. If any of you find this situation has caused real tension/stress in your caring relationships while...
Lower South News – March 2023
Kia ora koutou Lower South Caregivers! Foster Care Awareness Week is next week! We at Caring Families Aotearoa want you to know that you are doing an outstanding job of caring for your tamariki and rangatahi. You make a positive difference for our society by nurturing...
Central North News – March 2023
Kia ora koutou katoa, Next week is Foster Care Awareness week, firstly I want to acknowledge you all for the wonderful job you are doing in providing a safe, loving and healing home for your tamariki. Secondly, I would like to invite you to join us in celebrating you...
Linda’s March Message 2023
Well, what a welcome to 2023 some of us have had. Our thoughts are with all our affected whānau around the country. The stories and images that have come from the Upper North, East Coast and some of our central north regions have been heartbreaking. So many people...
Cyclone Gabrielle Message
A message for our members affected by cyclone GabrielleAs cyclone Gabrielle continues to cause devastation and loss in the North Island, we would like to take a moment to let you know that our hearts are with you, and we are thinking of those that have been affected....
Auckland South News – February 2023
Kia ora koutou, I am thinking of those who have been affected by the ongoing weather events, and I hope you are all doing okay. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need caregiver support during this time, please contact your agency. If you do not have an...
Central North News – February 2023
Kia ora koutou katoa, I am thinking of those who have been affected by the ongoing weather events, and I hope you are all doing okay. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need caregiver support during this time, please contact your agency. If you do not...
Upper North News – February 2023
Ngā mihi o te Tau Hōu Pākehā ki a koutou katoa e ngā Matua Whāngai/Pākehā New Year Greetings to all you Caregivers I am thinking of those who have been affected by the ongoing weather events, and I hope you are all doing okay. My thoughts and prayers are with you all....
Auckland News – February 2023
Kia ora e hoa mā, hi friends, I am thinking of those who have been affected by the ongoing weather events, and I hope you are all doing okay. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need caregiver support during this time, please contact your agency. If you...