Tiaki Tīpuna Kaimahi

Strengthening the Wellbeing and Safety of Our Kaumātua and Kuia

‍Your wellbeing is our priority.

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About Us

Tiaki Tīpuna provides culturally grounded, strengths-based support for kaumātua and kuia in our communities.

Our service is committed to preventing and responding to elder abuse, neglect and isolation, while upholding the mana, dignity and wellbeing of our older generations.

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Our Vision

“Te Whakapūmau i te Mana Motuhake o Ngāti Porou mō ngā Uri Whakatipu”
Ensuring self-determination of Ngāti Porou for future generations.

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Our Mission

“Mahi Ngātahi kia ū pakari ai a Ngāti Porou”
Working together for the strength of Ngāti Porou.

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Our Services

Culturally Grounded Support

We provide practical, emotional and cultural support to kaumātua and kuia who may be experiencing abuse, neglect or isolation.

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Comprehensive Assessment

Our kaimahi complete assessments to understand each person’s wellbeing, safety and support needs.

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Client-led Support Plan

We work alongside each client and, where appropriate, their whānau to develop a support plan that reflects their needs and circumstances.

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Safety Planning

Immediate safety planning is available for kaumātua and kuia who may be at risk of elder abuse, neglect or family violence.

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Holistic Community Coordination

We work with whānau, hapū, iwi services, health providers and community agencies to ensure coordinated support.

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Awareness and Education

We support community education to raise awareness of elder abuse prevention and promote safe, healthy whānau relationships.

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‍Who We Serve

Kaumātua and Kuia

We support elders who may be experiencing abuse, neglect, isolation, family violence or concerns about their wellbeing.

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Whānau and Community

We work with whānau and community networks to help protect and strengthen the wellbeing of our kaumātua and kuia.

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Why Choose Tiaki Tīpuna?

Culturally Safe and Respectful

Our support is grounded in Ngāti Porou tikanga and delivered with care, respect and understanding.

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Experienced Kaimahi

Our team understands the complexities of elder abuse, family violence and community-based support.

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Holistic Approach

We support the whole person, working to restore mana, strengthen wellbeing and connect people with the right support.

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Help is Available

If you or someone you know is experiencing elder abuse, neglect, isolation or needs support, please reach out.

Together, we can help protect the safety, mana and wellbeing of our kaumātua and kuia.