
Te Pātaka Ora – Peer Support Methamphetamine Group

Paul Clements – Lived Experience Lead – Manager Peer Support Specialist Service
The objective of this group is to help Tangata Whai Ora and Whanau to feel like a valued member of society, that Tangata Whai Ora will not be judged and can exercise their Mana Motuhaketanga (self-determination) and explore what is important to them and to build confidence in navigating society. Learning to contribute effectively to relationships, understand the impact of behaviours on others and to develop empathy as this will be shown to them. Opportunities to integrate into a world of their choice
Whanau will be supported in their grief and loss, and applying healthy boundaries, it is recognised that Whanau support is not always available in communities, so having it available is important. Personal values will be explored including Mana, Aroha, and Manaakitanga
One to one support can be provided as required and there will also be a strong component of connecting Tangata Whai Ora with other services in and around Kaikohekohe to meet specific needs
Establishing an identity and to be proud of this will be a huge advantage when making decisions and we want everyone to know they are important, can be a valuable contributor to their life and the life of others.
Group principles and tasks
From Helping to Learning together
From individual to Relationship
From fear to Hope and Possibility
- Mutuality
- Experiential Knowledge
- Self Determination
- World view
- Connection
- Hope and Recovery
- Moving Towards
Office
Whangarei – 73 Water Street,
Avenues
Whangarei 0110
Kaipara – Dargaville Hospital
77 Awakino Road
Dargaville 0310
Kerikeri – Unit Shop 7 – The Clock Tower 2 Cobham Road
Kerikeri 0230
Phone 09 430 3044
Email [email protected]