Our stories
Our Recovery and Families services are confidential and the privacy and safety of the people we partner are our highest priority. This section will cover our programmes and groups and our journey as we expereince them together.
Pou Whakaaro Services 1 Bracken Street, Whakatane.
Pou Whakaaro provides support to people with disabilities, mental health issues, and/or addictions to achieve their goals, gain independence and inclusion within their chosen community.
VOLUNTEER
gift of giving
Share your time
Pou Whakaaro's volunteer support programme is about making a positive change in someone’s life and gaining a new friend in the process. It is about offering practical support with a person with mental health issues or a disability. It is not time specific. There is choice. There is flexibility. The emphasis is on support and having fun – together.
Share your skills
Pou Whakaaro's volunteer skills programme is focused on skill-based volunteering. These sessions are in our Arts and Crafts programmes and in recycled projects. Shorter, focused projects based on goals the person wants to achieve. You work in a group setting with people we partner to develop a specific skill, or achieve a specific goal.
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Who can volunteer
Pou Whakaaro is on the look-out for people from all walks of life. We welcome applicants age 14 and over, who have a clean police record, enthusiasm and desire to support others.
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For those who choose to apply for our full volunteer programme, we offer a full induction and orientation programme for new volunteers. We also provide ongoing training with specific emphasis on understanding the people we partner, as well as communication and first aid.