A Supported Life
A Supported Life provides programmes in life skills, residential support, and educational/vocational development for teenagers and adults with mild to moderate intellectual disability.
Physical Address
309 Lincoln Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0610 Postal Address
PO Box 83254
Edmonton
Auckland,
0652
A2B Mobility Transport
Accessible Taxi Service
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 34479
Birkenhead
Auckland,
0746
ABI Rehabilitation Services
Cavit ABI Rehabilitation is contracted by ACC and MOH to provide specialist post-acute intensive rehabilitation to people with an acquired brain injury, including concussion and stroke. Those attending are provided with residential (in-patient), community or out-patient services, which aim to support the person through their recovery and facilitate return to function and participation.
Physical Address
180 Metcalfe Road
Ranui
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 70039
Ranui
Auckland,
0655
Abilities Inc - New Lynn
Abilities is an Incorporated Society which was established in 1959 to employ people
with disabilities in as near normal conditions as possible.
Physical Address
32-34 View Road
Glenfield
Auckland,
1310 Postal Address
Age Concern - North Shore
Promotes and advances welfare and interest of the older people. Provides information of services and assistance available and organises seminars. Initiates projects to enhance the lives of the older person socially, emotionally and physically and advocates for adequate standards in both community and residential care.
Physical Address
177b Shakespeare Road
Milford
Auckland,
0620 Postal Address
Age Concern Rodney
Promotes and advances welfare and interests of older people. Provides information of services and assistance available. Initiates projects to enhance the lives of older people socially, emotionally and physically and ensures adequate standards in the community.
Physical Address
Tamariki Avenue
Orewa,
0931 Postal Address
PO Box 12
Orewa
Hibiscus Coast,
0945
ANZMES (Associated New Zealand Myalgic Encephalopathy Society Inc) - North Shore
Provides information to caregivers and sufferers of Me/CFS and also to the medical profession. Distributes information, fosters regional support groups and promotes lectures and seminars regarding the illness. Promotes research into the causes and treatment of the illness.
Physical Address
P O Box 36 307
Auckland,
0748 Postal Address
Arthritis New Zealand - Waitakere & North Shore
Arthritis New Zealand provides information, education and support to people affected by arthritis. Arthritis Educators provide individual and group education and advice. They produce a number of information pamphlets which along with the arthritis educator service is free to access.
See the Arthritis website for full details on the services provided by Arthritis New Zealand including information seminars, arthritis clinics, exercise and hydrotherapy classes, and support groups.
Physical Address
103 Lincoln Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0610 Postal Address
103 Lincoln Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0610
Asbestos Disease Association of NZ
Provides information on asbestos and action to be taken.
Physical Address
6 Maunder Place
Kelston
Auckland,
0600 Postal Address
Ashley Cottage
Ashely Cottage provides respite care for people aged 16 years and over with physical and intellectual disability in a cottage fully serviced with attendant care. Offer short term residential stay during which individually tailored personal development courses are offered.
Physical Address
321 Tawa Road
Kumeu
West Auckland,
0891 Postal Address
PO Box 318
Kumeu
West Auckland,
0841
Ashley Cottage - Kumeu
Respite and courses in self development, through short term residential care for 16-65 year old people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
Physical Address
321 Tawa Road
RD 1
Kumeu,
0891 Postal Address
P O Box 318
Kumeu,
0841
Brain Injury Association - National Office
Liaison Service
The regional Brain Injury Associations, through the liaison service, provide a range of practical assistance:
Information and education for people with brain injury and their families so they can better understand the implications of the injury
Support groups – check the times with your local association.
Specialist support groups that cater specifically for the needs of men, women or spouses and carers.
Assistance and advocacy support in liaising with ACC, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Social Development, Work & Income and other government or associated agencies.
Information or assistance to obtain the appropriate professional help or service.
Various social activities are run throughout the year, for example, picnics, pot luck dinners and games evenings.
Through your regional association you may be able to access Outward Bound courses, camps and sponsored holiday accommodation.
Physical Address
North Shore LIFE Centre
3 William Laurie Place
Albany
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
PO Box 83
Albany Village
Auckland,
0755
Coeliac New Zealand
Coeliac New Zealand (formerly Coeliac Society of NZ) is a not-for-profit organisation which was formed in 1973 to promote the welfare of children and adults who have been diagnosed with coeliac disease and dermatitis herpetiformis. We receive no government funding. We provide support and assistance to members diagnosed with coeliac disease, dermatitis herpetiformis or those on a life-long gluten free diet.
Physical Address
Postal Address
P O Box 35 724
Browns Bay
Auckland,
0753
Connect Supporting Recovery Inc.
Connect Supporting Recovery, formerly Action for Mental Health Society (AMHS), offers a wide range of services to people experiencing mental health issues including attaining goals in employment and accommodation.
Physical Address
215 Wairau Road
Glenfield
Auckland,
0627 Postal Address
PO Box 102149
North Shore
Auckland,
0745
Creative Abilities & Associates Ltd - Auckland
To empower people with special needs in a knowledgeable and resourceful way by providing an individual needs based service.
Physical Address
14 Silverfield Estate
Wairau Valley
North Shore City,
0627 Postal Address
Creative Abilities & Associates Ltd.
Creative Abilities and Associates Ltd is an organisation which supports people with physical and other needs to participate in community life.
Support is provided to help people move into and live in the community in a flatting or other living situation, find recreational activities, budget, liaise with local and government agencies, resolve issues, etc.
Other services include leisure centre activities, gym; massage centre, community outings, art centre and work projects.
Physical Address
14 Silverfield Estate
Wairau Valley
Auckland,
0627 Postal Address
14 Silverfield Estate
Wairau Valley
Auckland,
0627
Dayspring Trust - Auckland
Provides a drop in centre for mothers and children, the elderly, and people with mental health problems. The centre is open five days a week and offers daily programmes and speakers on a wide range of subjects and provides free transport. A supported landlaord service and community support work service for women 18-65 with mental health challenges. A strong focus on Maternal Mental Health.
Physical Address
2 Seabrook Ave
New Lynn
Auckland,
0600 Postal Address
P O Box 20 269
Glen Eden
Auckland,
0641
Disability Information Waitakere Network (DIWN) - Auckland
Disability Information Service
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 21931
Henderson
0650
Epilepsy New Zealand - North Shore/Rodney
Provides information services, personal and family support, educational seminars, self help groups, organised recreational/social activities. Field Officer available for home/family visits by appointment.
Physical Address
Lion Foundation House
3 William Laurie Place
Albany
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
PO Box 294
Shortland Street
Auckland,
1140
Freeling - Holt House - North Shore
Owned and operated by a charitable trust for 18 years. Provides 32 single bedrooms with ensuite, each room opens into own garden, courtyard, bush views, garden setting, smoke detectors and sprinkler in each room, 24 hour care, 24 hour registered nurse on call, long term and respite care, rest home facilities and specialise in care for the younger physically disabled adult, therapy available at residents choice to maintain functional abiliities.
Physical Address
9a Mawson Ave
Torbay
Auckland,
0630 Postal Address
PO Box 35790
Browns Bay
Auckland,
0753
Geneva Care
Geneva Care is one of New Zealand's most trusted and qualified homecare service providers. We've been supporting New Zealanders in their homes for more than ten years. Geneva's services are available nationwide and you can be sure that you will receive professional, knowledgeable and compassionate help from your very first contact.
Physical Address
Level 2 139 Quay Street
Auckland,
1010 Postal Address
P O Box 106 339
Auckland,
1143
Goodwood Park
Goodwood Park is a residential service for people experiencing mental illness. The service supports the person and their family and whanau towards recovery, independence and integration into community life.
Services include individual management plans which are goal focused, clinical support, workforce training, access to community, social and recreational activities, community residential support, as well as respite care and support for the carer.
Physical Address
221 Riverhead Road
Kumeu
Auckland,
0892 Postal Address
RD2
Kumeu
Auckland,
Group Special Education - North Shore
Provides a service for students and children with special educational and developmental needs from birth to 21 years of age. Our professional staff includes; Advisors on Deaf Children, Early intervention Teachers, Psychologists, Speech Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Special Education Advisors.
Physical Address
129-55 Hurstmere Road
Takapuna
Auckland,
0622 Postal Address
PO Box 33137
Takapuna
Auckland,
0740
Group Special Education - West Auckland Area
Provides a service for students and children with special educational and developmental needs from birth to 21 years of age. Our professional staff includes; Advisors on Deaf Children, Early Intervention Teachers, Psychologists, Speech Language Therapists, Visiting Teachers and Special Education Advisors.
Physical Address
10 Montel Avenue
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 21057
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
Health Research Council of New Zealand
The HRC contributes to improving Maori health through funding and supporting high quality research and investing in the Maori health research workforce.
Physical Address
110 Stanley Street
Glenfield
Auckland,
0629 Postal Address
PO Box 5541
Wellesley Street
Auckland,
1141
Hearing Association - Head Office
Deals with the education, rehabilitation and special needs of persons over 16 years of age who experience degrees of hearing loss. Continually seeks ways of improving the social, vocational and educational conditions of the hearing impaired. Provides lip-reading tuition and communication skills and represents the largest number of persons affected by hearing loss.
Physical Address
290a East Coast Road
Forrest Hill
Auckland,
0620 Postal Address
Hearing Association - North Shore
Deals with the education, rehabilitation and special needs of persons over 16 years of age who experience degrees of hearing loss. Continually seeks ways of improving the social, vocational and educational conditions of the hearing impaired. Provides lip-reading tuition and communication skills and represents the largest number of persons affected by hearing loss.
Physical Address
5 The Strand
Takapuna
Auckland,
0622 Postal Address
PO Box 33060
Takapuna
Auckland,
0740
Hohepa Homes Trust - Auckland
Training, craft activities and residential care for people with an intellectual disability. Residential and Day program training in enhanced independence and life skills.
Physical Address
52 Atkinson Road
Titirangi
Auckland,
0604 Postal Address
IDEA Services - Auckland Timata Hou
Formerly IHC. (Intellectual Disability Empowerment Association IDEA). Assists people with an intellectual disability to represent their interests and establish themselves in the community. Also keeps people informed about issues, lobby's the Government on rights issues, supports families in accessing rights.
Physical Address
Level 1
3055 Great North Road
New Lynn
Auckland,
0600 Postal Address
PO Box 151083
New Lynn
Auckland,
0640
IDEA Services - North Shore
Formerly IHC. (Intellectual Disability Empowerment Association IDEA). Assist people with an intellectual disability to represent their interests and establish themselves in the community. Also keeps people informed about issues, lobby's the Government on rights issues, supports families in accessing rights.
Physical Address
1st Floor
48 Enterprise Street
Birkenhead
Auckland,
0626 Postal Address
PO Box 34287
Birkenhead
Auckland,
0746
IDEA Services - Waitakere Ignite
Formerly IHC. (Intellectual Disability Empowerment Association IDEA). Assist people with an intellectual disability to represent their interests and establish themselves in the community. Also keeps people informed about issues, lobby's the Government on rights issues, supports families in accessing rights.
Physical Address
184 Lincoln Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0610 Postal Address
PO Box 21993
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
IDEA Services - West/Central
Formerly IHC. (Intellectual Disability Empowerment Association IDEA). Assist people with an intellectual disability to represent their interests and establish themselves in the community. Also keeps people informed about issues, lobby's the Government on rights issues, supports families in accessing rights.
Physical Address
3047 Great North Road
New lynn
Waitakere, Auckland,
0600 Postal Address
PO Box 15 1297
New Lynn
Waitakere, Auckland,
0640
Integrated Neurological Rehabilitation Foundation - Auckland
An education system for adults with motor disorders, including people with strokes, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, Head Injury & other Neurological Conditions.
Physical Address
2 Claude Brooks Drive
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 21504
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
Kelston Deaf Education Centre - Auckland
Provides schooling for pre-school to post secondary deaf students, Residential student accommodation, Training for parents and professionals. A range of specialist services to support deaf students and families.
Physical Address
Postal Address
Private Bag 93008
New Lynn
Auckland,
0640
LIFE Unlimited Hearing Therapy Services - North Shore
A FREE service funded by the Ministry of Health for adults 16 years and over who experience difficulty communicating effectively because of hearing impairment. Hearing therapists provide hearing tests, needs assessments, teach communication skills, hearing aid and tinnitus management and advice on assistive devices (e.g. telephones, TV) and promote community education and awareness.
Physical Address
3 William Laurie Place
Albany
Auckland,
0755 Postal Address
PO Box 23 036
Albany Village
Auckland,
2155
Makaton New Zealand/Aotearoa
Is a unique language programme offering structured, multi modal approach for the teaching of communication, language and literacy skills. Devised for children and adults with a variety of communication and learning disabilities. Uses speech & signs (from NZSL) and/or symbols.
Physical Address
Postal Address
P O Box 20 034
Glen Eden
Auckland,
0641
Manawanui InCharge
Manawanui InCharge is the Individualised Funding (IF) Agency contracted by Disability Services of the Ministry of Health. They are responsible for providing a service to people wishing to pursue the option of managing their own needs assessed funding.
Manawanui InCharge employs IF Coaches to introduce people to individual funding and provide support/coaching to manage their disability support within a budget allocated directly to them.
Physical Address
3 William Laurie Place
Albany
Auckland,
0755 Postal Address
PO Box 83
Albany Village
Auckland,
0755
Matea Trust
Matea Trust is a registered private charitable trust which provides a residential service and support for men with intellectual disabilies, ages range from 26 to 57 years.
We provide living conditions as close to family living as possible. The Trust also offers carer support.
The Trust provides employment opportuntiies for men with intellectual disabilities through our vocational service. Two supervisors support the team in their working day in the production of firewood. As well as our residents attending this service, we also have day clients who come from the local area. The residential home and vocational service is situated on a lifestyle block in the rural community of Dairy Flat.
Physical Address
1016 Dairy Flat Highway, RD2
Albany
Auckland,
0792 Postal Address
1016 Dairy Flat Highway, RD2
Albany
Auckland,
0792
Mobility for Independence
Mobility For Independence provides mobility aids, ramps, scooter and wheelchair lifts, driving aids and other products to help you retain your independence.
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 32543
Devonport
Auckland,
0744
Mt Tabor Trust
Mt Tabor Trust provides community housing to people with intellectual, psychiatric or sensory disabilities to encourage independence, values, responsibilities and awareness of individual and community choices.
Physical Address
51 Commercial Road
Helensville
Auckland,
0800 Postal Address
Muscular Dystrophy Association - Northern Branch
The Muscular Dystrophy Association has its national office in Auckland and provides a range of services including provision of specialised information about muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions. Muscular Dystrophy Northern provides a Fieldworker service to its members and their families covering the area from Northland through Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and down to Turangi.
Physical Address
3 William Laurie Place
Albany
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
PO Box 300-429
Albany
Auckland,
0752
Nationwide Health and Disability Advocacy Service - North Shore
Advocacy support to people who have a complaint about a health or disability provider.
Physical Address
Unit 2B, Suite A
5 Ceres Court
Mairangi Bay
North Shore, Auckland,
0630 Postal Address
PO Box 305 209
Triton Plaza
North Shore, Auckland,
0757
Nationwide Health and Disability Advocacy Service - West Auckland
Advocacy support to people who have a complaint about a health or disability provider.
Physical Address
4 Westwood Hoe Road
Glendene
Auckland,
0602 Postal Address
Needs Assessment Service Waitemata
Needs Assessment Service for over 65
Physical Address
North Shore Hospital
124 Shakespeare Road,
Westlake
Auckland,
0622 Postal Address
Private Bag 93 503
Takapuna
Auckland,
0740
Neuro Rehab Results
A private interdisciplinary practice with clinical expertise in neurological rehabilitation.
Physical Address
37 Kawana Street
Northcote
Auckland,
0627 Postal Address
PO Box 36-115
Northcote
Auckland,
0748
New Dawn Partnership - Milford
Provides a day activity centre for people who are over 21 and have an intellectual disability and complex needs. (There is a waiting list and caters for about 12 people).
Physical Address
18 Pierce Road
Milford
Auckland,
0620 Postal Address
PO Box 31 795
Milford
Auckland,
0741
New Zealand Down Syndrome Association - Auckland North
Provides support to parents of children with Down Syndrome and promote awareness about Down Syndrome and works to develop the potential of the person with Down Syndrome.
Physical Address
113 Pupuke Rd
Northcote
Auckland,
0627 Postal Address
New Zealand Down Syndrome Association - Auckland West
Physical Address
Postal Address
New Zealand Tinnitus Association Inc - Auckland
The Tinnitus Association acts as the resource centre for local tinnitus support associations and groups in New Zealand, and as the association for people who live in remote areas where there is no local group. Services Description – The NZTA acts as an information and resource centre for sufferers of Tinnitus Hyperacis and Meniere’s disease, professionals involved in tinnitus management, and tinnitus support groups. The NZTA and associated support groups are entirely voluntary organisations relying on members subscriptions an charitable donations to fund the distribution of information to, and help for sufferers of this ailment.
Physical Address
Apt 10 Nofolk Apartments
7-9 Ramsgate Terrace
Mairangi Bay
North Shore,
0630 Postal Address
PO BOX 28205
Remuera
Auckland,
1541
New Zealand Tuberous Sclerosis Support - Auckland
The NZTS Support group was started in early 1995, by a family who have two members affected with TS and other interested families around the country. The main aim is to supply information and support to existing and newly diagnosed people with TS in New Zealand. It also assists and educates health professionals with information from overseas, including Great Britain and USA who supply the bulk of our information.
The NZTS Support realise the need of families to have access to accurate and up-to-date information about Tuberous Sclerosis and associated problems. Letters and telephone calls are welcomed from people with TS as well as from their families and professionals working with them who need information.
Physical Address
36 Salisbury Rd
Birkdale
Auckland,
0626 Postal Address
North Shore Centres for Mutual Aid (CMA)
We welcome over 65's at our centres, which are located on the North Shore and in the Hisbiscus Coast regions, and offer companionship, games, crafts, fun activities, gentle exercise and refreshments.
Our Mission Statement is - "To provide companionship and activities to seniors who are isolated in the community".
Physical Address
Postal Address
P O Box 33 852
Takapuna,
0740
NZ Blind & Visually Impaired Indoor Bowlers Fed - National Office
In October each year over 130 blind and partially sighted people meet in a different province, to compete in the National Championships. The players take this occasion very seriously and practice all year for the event.
At this time, we only play inside New Zealand, but maybe in the future, we will be able to go and compete with other blind people overseas.
Currently we have fifteen clubs throughout New Zealand.
Physical Address
9a Connaught Street
Blockhouse Bay
Auckland,
0600 Postal Address
Panacea Healthcare - Auckland
Panacea Healthcare is one of New Zealand's most experienced and respected providers of in home healthcare. For over 33 years we have supported people to remain living independently at home.
We are totally committed to providing you with quality and affordable in home health care.
Our services include:
1 hour - 24 hour
Spinal Injury Home Support
Brain Injury Home Support
Mental Health Respite
Specialist Nursing Services
Respite Care
Palliative Care at home
Elderly Care
Better At Home Packages™
Tailored Personal Home Support
Companionship
Overnight Support
Meal Preparation
Pre op / Post op support
Paediatric support
Post natal support
EOS - Enhancement Opportunities Services (provides information on opportunities available to help people achieve independent living.
We are a contracted provider to ACC for serious injury, home based rehabilitation, Community nursing and childcare.
We are certified to the NZHCSS and a member of the New Zealand Home Health Association.
Physical Address
37 Taharoto Road
Takapuna
Auckland,
0622 Postal Address
PO Box 33750
Takapuna
Auckland,
0740
Parents of Vision Impaired - North Shore
Offers advocacy in health/education/welfare information and support.
Physical Address
22 Belle Vue Avenue
Northcote
Auckland,
0627 Postal Address
P O Box 36 496
Northcote
Auckland,
0748
Pasifika Integrated Homecare Services Trust
Pasifika Integrated Homecare Services provides home based support services to people wishing to live at home in their communities.
Physical Address
1 Nile Road
Forrest Hill
Auckland,
0620 Postal Address
1 Nile Road
Forrest Hill
Auckland,
0620
Personal Advocacy Trust - Auckland Central
We provide advocates for people with an intellectual disability after their parents have died, who speak with and for the person to ensure the best possible life for them.
Physical Address
37 Sylvan Avenue
Northcote
Auckland,
0627 Postal Address
Raeburn House
Raeburn House is a community development organisation promoting mental health and community wellbeing.
Physical Address
138 Shakespeare Road
Milford
North Shore, Auckland,
0622 Postal Address
PO Box 36 336
Northcote
North Shore, Auckland,
0748
Re-Li-On-Us Mobility Services
RE-LI-ON-US Mobility Services is a dedicated company proving Mobility Accessible Vans as a personal service to our customers, our drivers are professional drivers who are trained to handle people with disabilities and their needs who use the service.
We provide Accessible Transportation Services to the community across the Greater Auckland region and it's surrounding areas.
Physical Address
Unit G
109 Station Road
Otahuhu
Auckland,
1062 Postal Address
PO Box 23501
Hunters Corner
Auckland,
2155
Rehab Servicing Ltd
Wheelchair, mobility scooter, beds, and hoist repair and servicing. Also custom fabrication including one piece footplates, backcanes, modification and repairs.Electrical Safety Test and Tag.
Physical Address
Unit 1
52 Bruce McLaren Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 95219
Swanson
Auckland,
0653
Riding for the Disabled - Greenhithe
To provide horse-riding opportunities to facilitate the training and rehabilitation of disabled persons whose physical and mental health is likely to benefit from such participation.
Physical Address
Wainoni Park North Churchouse Road
Greenhithe
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
PO Box 73
Greenhithe
Auckland,
0756
Riding for the Disabled - Henderson
To provide horse-riding opportunities to facilitate the training and rehabilitation of disabled persons whose physical and mental health is likely to benefit from such participation.
Physical Address
Henderson Valley Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 21830
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
Rodney Health Trust
Rodney North Harbour Health Trust aims to provide a range of services to support older and disabled people who wish to continue living at home and in their own communities. The service is available from the Harbour Bridge to Whangarei and all areas between.
Physical Address
20 Auckland Road
Warkworth
Auckland,
0910 Postal Address
20 Auckland Road
Warkworth
Auckland,
0910
Rodney Health Trust - North Harbour
Rodney North Harbour Health Trust aims to provide a range of services to support older and disabled people who wish to continue living at home and in their own communities. The service is available from the Harbour Bridge to Whangarei and all areas between.
Physical Address
101 Apollo Drive
North Shore City
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
101 Apollo Drive
North Shore City
Auckland,
0632
Rodney Health Trust - Orewa
Rodney North Harbour Health Trust aims to provide a range of services to support older and disabled people who wish to continue living at home and in their own communities. The service is available from the Harbour Bridge to Whangarei and all areas between.
Physical Address
44 Doment Cres
Orewa
Auckland,
0982 Postal Address
44 Doment Cres
Orewa
Auckland,
0982
Rodney Stroke Club - Hibiscus Coast
Provides information, support and companionship to people who have suffered a stroke and their support networks. Assists people who have had a stroke to regain their confidence and speech skills.
Physical Address
15 Zita Avenue
Matakatia
Whangaparaoa,
0930 Postal Address
Ryder-Cheshire Foundation - Auckland
The Ryder-Cheshire Foundation is a charitable organisation. It was established to develop a positive support structure for people with a physical disability. It is an independent and charitable organisation whose single and dedicated purpose is to ensure people with physical disabilities live as full and active lives as possible. Whether physically disabled from birth, by accident or illness adults coming under the care of the Foundation are provided with accommodation, care and support to develop skills, gain confidence and a sufficient level of independence to reach their full potential and enjoy a quality of life.
Physical Address
43 Maygrove Drive
Orewa,
0931 Postal Address
Sailability - Auckland
Promoting sailing and boating techniques improving physical health and spiritual wellbeing of disabled people.
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 45233
Te Atatu
Auckland,
0651
Salvation Army Homecare
Homecare provides personal care and home help to enable people to maintain their independence at home. The service is available to disabled and older people in the North Shore, Waitakere City, East Coast Bays and Rodney District. An assessment by a referral agency is required. Phone the Auckland office for more information.
Physical Address
2 Valley Road
Browns Bay
Auckland,
0630 Postal Address
PO Box 35-845
Browns Bay
Auckland,
0753
Shore Family Trust for the Disabled
Shore Family Trust provides a permanent residential home for 6 intellectually disabled people.
Physical Address
6 Belmont Terrace
Milford
Auckland,
0620 Postal Address
Stroke Foundation - Auckland
To reduce the incidence of stroke and gain and provide the greatest benefits for the stroke affected community to improve their quality of life.
Physical Address
Postal Address
PO Box 65371
Mirangi Bay
North Shore City,
0754
Support Needs Assessment
Needs assessment and service coordination.
Physical Address
Postal Address
Private Bag 93115
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
Te Roopu Waiora Trust
Te Roopu Waiora Trust is a disability support organisation serving the most disadvantaged sector in our community.
Te Roopu Waiora seeks to ‘Enable through Empowerment’ by:
•Creating a supportive environment for whanau to identify their own disability resource needs and aspirations
•Providing health and disability information, advice, advocacy and support to whanau with physical, sensory and intellectual disabilities
•Engaging with community groups, agencies, providers, Iwi and Maori communities to increase the awareness of disability issues and improve engagement with whanau haua
•Assisting whanau with disabilities to evaluate responsiveness, accessibility, quality throughout service provision in the community.
Provision of tailor-made information regarding disability services and supports.
Contact us with your enquiries, or come to one of our monthly information hui.
We have a range of information packs and disability service contacts to assist whanau to make informed decisions and/or to improve their access to services. Providers and agencies are also welcome to participate at our monthly hui.
Physical Address
Nikau House
19 Charles Street
Papatoetoe
Auckland,
2025 Postal Address
PO BOX 23420
Papatoetoe
Auckland,
2155
Te Whanau O Waipareira Trust
The Trust operates a range of community and residential social services in four locations in West Auckland and South Auckland.
Physical Address
13-15 Ratanui Street
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 21 081
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
Te Whanau O Waipareira Trust (Wai Health)
Wai Health has a multidisciplinary team of 106 full-time staff, including community health workers, well child nurses, public health specialists, dietician, doctors, practice nurses, diabetes nurse specialists, podiatrist, mental health workers, drug and alcohol counsellors, psychologist, ACC support workers.
The Trust also contracts dental, optometry and physiotherapy services. We hope this year to provide pharmacy services and midwifery clinics.
Wai Health is funded by Waitemata District Health Board and the Ministry of Health, with the exception of our ACC contract. This means a close working relationship with Waitemata District Health Board and the Ministry of Health is essential to building our capacity and capability to deliver quality services to our whanau.
Physical Address
Corner Alderman Drive & Great North Road
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO BOX 21081
Henderson
Auckland,
0650
Touch Compass
Touch Compass is NZ's premier integrated dance company combining dancers with and without disability in ground breaking professional performances and events
Physical Address
Wilson Centre, Classroom 2
1 St Leonards Rd
Takapuna
Auckland,
0642 Postal Address
PO Box 90136
Victoria St West
Auckland,
1142
VisionWest Baptist Home Healthcare
VisionWest Baptist Home Healthcare provides Home Based Support Services (Housework, Personal Care, Shopping and Meal Preparation) for elderly and disabled people in the Waitakere area including Riverhead, Taupaki, Helensville and West Coast Beaches.
Physical Address
97 Glendale Road
Glen Eden
Auckland,
0602 Postal Address
PO Box 20-406
Glen Eden
Auckland,
0641
W.A.L.S.H Community Support Services - Henderson
Offers support to people with mental illness, support to enable people to live independently in accommodation of their choice in West Auckland.
Physical Address
8 Hickory Ave
Henderson
Auckland,
0612 Postal Address
PO Box 21865
Henderson
0650
Waitemata DHB - NASC
Waitemata DHB NASC aims to support a person to stay as independent as possible in their own home and community.
The NASC service will work with a person to assess, plan and coordinate their support services. These include support with personal cares, household management, support for carers to take time out, day programmes and access to rest homes and private hospitals. NASC can also advise a person on services which are income or asset-tested and have entry criteria.
The NASC service is available to people aged 65 years and over who live in the Waitemata District Health Board (North Shore, Waitakere and Rodney) area.
Physical Address
Postal Address
Waitemata Health 0-5 years (Auckland)
Needs Assessment Service for 0-5 years
Physical Address
Postal Address
Private Bag 93517
Takapuna,
0740
Wilson Centre
The Wilson Centre for children is a child disability service of Waitemata DHB. The Wilson Centre provides family-centred rehabilitation services for children aged 0-16 years (or while still at school) with neurological or orthopaedic problems. Rehabilitation programmes are tailored to meet the individual needs of the child or young person, and may include inpatient, day patient or outpatient options. Rehabilitation programmes may involve nurses, occupational therapists, speech language therapists, play specialists, social workers, clinical neuropsychologists, and a Maori Liaison Advisor. Facilities include gardens, purpose built playground, hydrotherapy pool, rehabilitation school classroom, and parent accommodation.
The Wilson Centre also offers free respite services for families of children aged 0-16 years with high support needs. Children are cared for in a safe, professional and fun environment while families take time out to recharge their batteries. Planned stays may include day stays, overnight weekdays, weekends and school holidays. 24 hour care is provided by nurses and healthcare assistants.
Physical Address
St Leonards Road
Takapuna
Auckland,
0624 Postal Address
Private bag 93-517
Takapuna
Auckland,
0740
Workbridge - Albany
Workbridge is a government funded agency established in 1990 to promote equal employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Workbridge provides a professional employment placement service for people with all types of disabilities and injuries - no matter what the disability or skill level. Workbridge also administers funding on behalf of Work and Income. This funding can be used to help with additional costs relating directly to a person's disability when entering training, a job or self employment.
Physical Address
Unit 7
76 Paul Matthews Road
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
PO Box 303 135
Auckland,
0751
Yes Ability Achievement Centre - North Shore
Provides a disability information service for the North Shore through co-operaton with all other agencies and the North Shore Community.
Physical Address
3 William Laurie Place
Albany
Auckland,
0632 Postal Address
PO Box 83
Albany Village
Auckland,
0755
