Nga Kete Aronui – the baskets of “life’s” knowledge provides a continuum of wellbeing support treatment and therapy for whanau experiencing mental health or addiction distress, under the Whakawhiti Te Rā! collabrative and it's principles,
This program is open to Rangatahi and Pākeke, and is delivered over 6 different programs, see below for more info. on each program
Ngā Kete Aronui
Haehae Ha
Haehae Ha is our group Design Program that uses a range of tactile mediums like Clothing, Fabrics, Design and Pepehā genealogy boards, Arts and crafts and Vinyl work.
The program operates within a creative safe space, where whanaungatanga happens and people openly share their experiences and stories. Attendees will learn skills to help manage their stress and develop their own artistic expression.
Tangaroa Whakamautai
Tangaroa (Ocean) plays an integral role in supporting the well-being of the tāngata Māori. Ā Wairua (Spiritually), Ā Tinana (Physically), Ā Whānau (Socially) and Ā Hinengaro (Mentally).
This kaupapa utilises the Moana (Sea) and Wai (Water) to improve the well-being of our whānau through Surfing, Diving and other water based activities.
All safety protocols and measures are discussed and covered during intake.
Tokatūmoana
In this rōpū, we utilise freediving practices to develop positive outcomes for whanau whaiora those seeking personal well-being.
Throughout the program, you’ll learn about safe freediving techniques, equipment, species, catch limits, Kawa and Tikanga around the moana.
Developing good freediving techniques is all about mindset and understanding of oneself.
As Uepoto overcame Whiro, you may be faced with your own challenges here, where you may have to leave your comfort zone.
Our connection to the taiao is also connected to our wellbeing. By strengthening our connection, we expand our tools of wellbeing.
By taking care of our environment and providing for our whānau, we develop our purpose.
Whakaoho Wairua
In this program we utilise Waiata (Music) Karakia (Chants) Pao (Rhythm), Whakapapa (Genealogy) and musical instruments to help whānau strengthen their Māuri (well-being) and explore positive ways to utilise these taonga tuku iho (heirlooms) as a therapeutic tool for self expression and artistic outlet, within both group and individual settings.
Te Rōpū Tāne
Te Rōpu Tāne is a tikanga Māori program that focuses on all taha of Te Whare Tapa Wha through Group therapy.
We aim to create a space where Men can practice whanaungatanga in a safe space through the use of Kai (Food) and Korero (Talk) with others with shared lived experiences, facilitated by our kaimahi who help navigate them towards a positive hope filled future.
Tū Ahurei
In this program we utilise Waiata (Music) Karakia (Chants) Pao (Rhythm), Whakapapa (Genealogy) and musical instruments to help whānau strengthen their Māuri (well-being) and explore positive ways to utilise these taonga tuku iho (heirlooms) as a therapeutic tool for self expression and artistic outlet, within both group and individual settings.