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SIAOLA - Vahefonua Tonga Methodist Mission
Social Service, Abuse and Violence Support, Community Health, Pacific People
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Description
(SIAOLA) is a Social Service committed to empowering, strengthening and supporting Tongan families to thrive, be successful and safe.
Our Family Support Service involves:
- Famili Vā Lelei: Family Wellbeing Programmes which address family violence and child abuse
- Family Wellbeing Navigators: Social service support for vulnerable families
- Strengthening Youth and their Families: The clinic team are focussed on supporting young boys and their families to be resilient and to strengthen their home lives to counter being exposed to at risk and dangerous environments.
- Drivers Licensing Programme: The licensing team support individuals that needs learners, restricted or full licence. Workshop and driving lessons available with the team.
- Storm Recovery: Siaola is in partnership with Auckland Council to support families who were affected by the storm events last year 2023.
Other services we provide:
- Education
- Financial Support
- Health
- Bilingualism
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
We accept self referrals.
Please contact us for non-judgemental support and guidance from our caring team of skilled professionals.
Make an appointment
Referral
We accept self referrals and referrals from organisations.
Walk in
You are welcome to walk in during business hours.
Website / App
https://siaola.org.nz/contact
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Public Holidays: Closed Auckland Anniversary (27 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec. Closed 24 Dec — 8 Jan. Open 9 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English, Tongan, Mandarin Chinese, Samoan
Services Provided
Famili Vā Lelei Programme: an intensive Family Wellbeing programme on a bi-monthly basis that addresses Family Violence and Child Abuse. Famili Vā Lelei Programme: an intensive Family Wellbeing programme on a bi-monthly basis that addresses Family Violence and Child Abuse.
Famili Vā Lelei Programme: an intensive Family Wellbeing programme on a bi-monthly basis that addresses Family Violence and Child Abuse. Famili Vā Lelei Programme: an intensive Family Wellbeing programme on a bi-monthly basis that addresses Family Violence and Child Abuse.
- Counselling
- Education programmes
- Family violence intervention
- Information and support
Famili Vā Lelei Programme: an intensive Family Wellbeing programme on a bi-monthly basis that addresses Family Violence and Child Abuse.
Famili ‘Api Lelei-Financial Wellbeing: We provide a culturally appropriate financial service that educates and journeys with Tongan families, supporting them to budget, save, invest and eventually buy homes. Famili ‘Api Lelei-Financial Wellbeing: We provide a culturally appropriate financial service that educates and journeys with Tongan families, supporting them to budget, save, invest and eventually buy homes.
Famili ‘Api Lelei-Financial Wellbeing: We provide a culturally appropriate financial service that educates and journeys with Tongan families, supporting them to budget, save, invest and eventually buy homes. Famili ‘Api Lelei-Financial Wellbeing: We provide a culturally appropriate financial service that educates and journeys with Tongan families, supporting them to budget, save, invest and eventually buy homes.
Famili ‘Api Lelei-Financial Wellbeing: We provide a culturally appropriate financial service that educates and journeys with Tongan families, supporting them to budget, save, invest and eventually buy homes.
Famili Ako Lelei-Education includes mentoring and we support families in need with education supplies. Famili Ako Lelei-Education includes mentoring and we support families in need with education supplies.
Famili Ako Lelei-Education includes mentoring and we support families in need with education supplies. Famili Ako Lelei-Education includes mentoring and we support families in need with education supplies.
Famili Ako Lelei-Education includes mentoring and we support families in need with education supplies.
Famili Taulua-Bilingualism: Together with the local community, youth and Tongan Language Nests, we celebrate Tongan language week on an annual basis, supporting cultural identity. Famili Taulua-Bilingualism: Together with the local community, youth and Tongan Language Nests, we celebrate Tongan language week on an annual basis, supporting cultural identity.
Famili Taulua-Bilingualism: Together with the local community, youth and Tongan Language Nests, we celebrate Tongan language week on an annual basis, supporting cultural identity. Famili Taulua-Bilingualism: Together with the local community, youth and Tongan Language Nests, we celebrate Tongan language week on an annual basis, supporting cultural identity.
Famili Taulua-Bilingualism: Together with the local community, youth and Tongan Language Nests, we celebrate Tongan language week on an annual basis, supporting cultural identity.
Famili Mo’ui Lelei-Health, including Zumba and Smoking Cessation support. Famili Mo’ui Lelei-Health, including Zumba and Smoking Cessation support.
Famili Mo’ui Lelei-Health, including Zumba and Smoking Cessation support. Famili Mo’ui Lelei-Health, including Zumba and Smoking Cessation support.
- Exercise and activity
- Healthy eating education
- Stop smoking
Famili Mo’ui Lelei-Health, including Zumba and Smoking Cessation support.
Advocacy services can support you or work on your behalf when you are accessing health or social services. This can include listening to your concerns, talking through options with you and coming with you to appointments.
Advocacy services can support you or work on your behalf when you are accessing health or social services. This can include listening to your concerns, talking through options with you and coming with you to appointments.
Advocacy services can support you or work on your behalf when you are accessing health or social services. This can include listening to your concerns, talking through options with you and coming with you to appointments.
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access, Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, Assistance to move around, More space to move around
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Child / Tamariki friendly, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine, Speak with men / tane, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Parking
Parking available outside our building.
Region
Central Auckland
Website
Contact Details
636 Great South Road, Ellerslie, Auckland
Central Auckland
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Phone
0800 742 652
Email
Website
636 Great South Road
Ellerslie
Auckland 1051
Street Address
636 Great South Road
Ellerslie
Auckland 1051
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This page was last updated at 3:02PM on December 12, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by SIAOLA - Vahefonua Tonga Methodist Mission.