Wellbeing

In this section we look at how to access healthcare services in New Zealand. But, wellbeing depends on much more than just visiting a doctor when needed.

There’s a lot that goes into nurturing a happy and healthy child. You need to make sure you and your family are eating well. You’ll also want to encourage your child to get active and enjoy social activities, and you’ll want to support your child’s mental wellness when they’re struggling or feeling low.

Because children don’t come with instruction manuals, we’ve got some ideas about where to get parenting information and support, and we have advice about talking with your child about tricky topics like puberty, bullying and keeping safe.

This section also recognises that caring for others often starts with caring for yourself. We look at ways you can look after your own mental wellness, and ways you can get time out when you need it.

Marae programme delivers

Whānau, family and carers, Wellbeing, Supporting adults, My wellbeingBy lifeadmin March 8, 2019

When new clients arrive, we talk to whanau about setting goals, and ensuring there is support in place. It is a great thing to see how the programme impacts in such a positive way.

A chip off the old block

Whānau, family and carers, People with disabilities, Wellbeing, Living options and support in the homeBy lifeadmin January 30, 2019

April Johnson was inspired by her parents and the journey of a family member after a serious car crash. The fish and chips kid of Huntly was destined to find her niche in helping others.

Lending a paw

WellbeingBy lifeadmin September 20, 2018

With her friendly nature and happy wagging tail, Gem, a Shihtzu cross Bichon hearing dog, is the perfect companion for Blenheim woman Lynn Evans.

How noisy is too noisy?

Wellbeing, Wellbeing, Wellbeing, My wellbeingBy lifeadmin September 6, 2018

Noise induced hearing loss is affecting younger people at higher rates than previous generations so it’s really important to let children and young people know how to protect their ears.

A summer to remember for Waikato children with diabetes

New to disability?, Wellbeing, WellbeingBy lifeadmin August 23, 2018

Kayaking, swimming and go karting provided children living with diabetes a memorable kiwi summer when the annual Waikato Diabetes Kids Camp was held at the Kauaeranga Valley Christian Camp in Thames earlier this year.

Disability Start workshops change attitudes

Whānau, family and carers, Wellbeing, Support with learningBy lifeadmin August 10, 2018

When a customer with a disability comes to the counter at Hamilton City Council, they know they’re going to be treated appropriately thanks to a training programme running at the council with a local charitable trust. The Disability Start workshops facilitated by Life Unlimited have now expanded into other areas of the council where staff interact…

Breast cancer diagnosis a health first for Celia

WellbeingBy lifeadmin August 7, 2018

It was Martha Hancey who first spotted three years ago her older sister Cecilia had something wrong with her right breast.
Cecilia, 65, known to those in the Hancey family as Bub and to everyone else that knows her as Celia, was in the shower when Martha saw the inverted nipple.

Guidance for selecting providers

New to disability?, Support with learning, Wellbeing, Wellbeing, Wellbeing, Support with learning, My wellbeing, New to disability?By lifeadmin April 23, 2018

It’s important to do your homework when selecting providers of services, treatments or interventions.

Talking about puberty and how to stay safe

WellbeingBy lifeadmin April 20, 2018

Some things are really tough to talk about with your kids, like physical development and puberty, and keeping safe from abuse. Even if you find talking about these issues difficult, it’s important your child gets the facts from you first, rather than from their peers or the internet.

New Zealand’s first Changing Places facility opens

Wellbeing, Wellbeing, Wellbeing, Accessibility and mobility, Accessibility and mobility, Accessibility and mobilityBy lifeadmin March 21, 2018

Changing Places are high-specification facilities designed and built to cater to the needs of people with significant physical impairments. The first one of it’s kind in New Zealand has just opened at Hamilton Gardens.