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Family services

Family services and organisations that help family/whānau navigate the practical, emotional, social, and cultural impacts of disability so families feel informed, connected, and empowered to make decisions that work for them.

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Family Support Services

Below is a list of services and organisations that offer various types of support to family/whanau raising disabled children or supporting a sibling or partner with a disability.

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MyCare

Mycare is a New Zealand platform that connects people needing in-home support with care workers. It covers services such as disability care, respite care, aged care, and injury support.

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MyKind

MyKind is a New Zealand social connection and dating platform for adults, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and disability-friendly connection. It is designed for people aged 18 and over looking to meet others in a space where disability and diversity are not treated as barriers.

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Neuro Connection

Neuro Connection Foundation is an Auckland neuro-rehabilitation service supporting people affected by stroke, Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological conditions. It provides group rehabilitation, support, and programmes designed to help people live more independently and stay connected.

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Ohomairangi Trust

Ohomairangi Trust is a South Auckland Kaupapa Maori Early Intervention Service based in Māngere East, offering Maori whānau and others, the option where whanaungatanga, aroha, manaakitanga, rangatiratanga, kotahitanga, ako, are key values and practices of our services. It provides community-based services including early intervention, parenting programmes, and whānau support, with a strong focus on relationship-building and local connection.

View Website 021 134 9092 Send Email
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OTRS Rehabilitation Services

OTRS Rehabilitation Services provides rehabilitation services focused on independence, safety and participation for people affected by disability, injury, ageing or health conditions. Their services include medical driving assessments, commercial driving assessments, vehicle modification advice, help accessing funding, and support for young people in schools.

View Website 0800 687 748 Send Email
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Owning It

Owning It (formerly Miomo / Making It On My Own) is a New Zealand organisation that helps young people build practical life and leadership skills, and also supports parents as their teens move toward greater independence. Its current focus includes programmes and resources for teens and young adults, plus parent coaching and online learning.

View Website 021 235 5227 Send Email
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