Denise is passionate about supporting individuals, families and whanau to know what is available, to know the questions they need to ask, to know where to look and who to ask for the answers. She enjoys jigsaw puzzles, Korean Drama’s and long walks. Denise and her husband Mark have 4 adult children. The youngest is Autistic, has Down syndrome and a vision impairment. Denise has a Diploma in Biblical studies and a Bachelor of Social Practice – Social Work.