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Kakakura Health Services
Mental Health Service, Kaupapa Māori
Description
Kakakura Health Services is a Kaupapa Māori Health & Social Services Agency providing needs assessment, community support, residential and respite services. We embody two Kāi Tahu whakataukī (proverbial sayings). The first is associated with our tohu /logo (the parrot), sacred to the takata whenua (people of the land):
“Ka rere te manu, mauri ora!”
“When the bird flies, life is abundant!”
One of our aims at Kakakura is to assist people in bringing balance and wellness to their lives. The whakataukī, “Ka rere te manu, mauri ora” is symbolic of this philosophy.
The second proverbial saying is the base value underlying the purpose and operations of Kakakura. Aroha provides the whanaukataka within the internal structure, ensuring mutual respect in all activities.
“Aroha ki te takata!”
“Love and hospitality to all!”
Kakakura is committed to extending the philosophy and practice of “Aroha ki te takata” to all takata whaiora (clients), manuhiri (visitors) and kaimahi (staff).
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
No fees apply.
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
Kakakura works closely with Southern DHB - Mental Health Needs Assessment and Service Co-ordination team, other community groups, GPs and whānau to identify what supports you require to live a fulfilling life in the community.
Kakakura works closely with Southern DHB - Mental Health Needs Assessment and Service Co-ordination team, other community groups, GPs and whānau to identify what supports you require to live a fulfilling life in the community.
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Kaupapa Māori
- Programme Type
Community based support - mental health, Kaupapa Māori - mental health
- Regions
Southland, Central Lakes
- Age Groups
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
DHB clinical services
Referral Process
You are eligible to receive our services if you have the following:
• A psychiatric diagnosis,
• Are referred by a psychiatric clinician,
• Have a current needs assessment,
• And are aged 6 years and above
Description
Kakakura works closely with Southern DHB - Mental Health Needs Assessment and Service Co-ordination team, other community groups, GPs and whānau to identify what supports you require to live a fulfilling life in the community.
Established in 1997, this is a community support service that operates in both Ōtautahi (Christchurch) and Murihiku (Invercargill). Kaiāwhina are trained and supervised mental health support workers who assist people in the community that have a mental illness. They work alongside takata whaiora (clients), their whānau (family), case managers and others to enable them to regain /maintain wellbeing and move towards a more independent lifestyle.
Established in 1997, this is a community support service that operates in both Ōtautahi (Christchurch) and Murihiku (Invercargill). Kaiāwhina are trained and supervised mental health support workers who assist people in the community that have a mental illness. They work alongside takata whaiora (clients), their whānau (family), case managers and others to enable them to regain /maintain wellbeing and move towards a more independent lifestyle.
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Kaupapa Māori
- Programme Type
Community based support - mental health, Kaupapa Māori - mental health
- Regions
Southland, Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
DHB clinical services
Referral Process
You are eligible to receive our services if you have the following:
• A psychiatric diagnosis,
• Are referred by a psychiatric clinician,
• Have a current needs assessment,
• And are aged 18 years and over.
Description
Established in 1997, this is a community support service that operates in both Ōtautahi (Christchurch) and Murihiku (Invercargill). Kaiāwhina are trained and supervised mental health support workers who assist people in the community that have a mental illness. They work alongside takata whaiora (clients), their whānau (family), case managers and others to enable them to regain /maintain wellbeing and move towards a more independent lifestyle.
Te Korimako Established in 1997, Te Korimako is an eight-bed residential whare (home) in Ōtautahi (Christchurch). Te Korimako is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Pou Tautoko are trained and supervised mental health support workers. They assist people who have a mental illness to transition from institutional care to a home- based environment. A balance of cultural and clinical approaches are utilised to achieve takata whaiora (client) goals of wellbeing. These goals are to be integrated into their daily living activities. Te Kotuku This is a residential whare (home) in Murihiku that was established in 2003. Te Kotuku is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Te Kotuku has seven beds for residental rehabilitation and 2 beds for respite.
Te Korimako Established in 1997, Te Korimako is an eight-bed residential whare (home) in Ōtautahi (Christchurch). Te Korimako is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Pou Tautoko are trained and supervised mental health support workers. They assist people who have a mental illness to transition from institutional care to a home- based environment. A balance of cultural and clinical approaches are utilised to achieve takata whaiora (client) goals of wellbeing. These goals are to be integrated into their daily living activities. Te Kotuku This is a residential whare (home) in Murihiku that was established in 2003. Te Kotuku is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Te Kotuku has seven beds for residental rehabilitation and 2 beds for respite.
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Kaupapa Māori
- Programme Type
Kaupapa Māori - mental health, Residential support
- Regions
Southland, Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
DHB clinical services
Referral Process
You are eligible to receive our services if you have the following:
• A psychiatric diagnosis,
• Are referred by a psychiatric clinician,
• Have a current needs assessment,
• And are aged 18 years and over.
This service aims to assist people transitioning from institutional care to a home-based environment.
Description
Te Korimako Established in 1997, Te Korimako is an eight-bed residential whare (home) in Ōtautahi (Christchurch). Te Korimako is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Pou Tautoko are trained and supervised mental health support workers. They assist people who have a mental illness to transition from institutional care to a home- based environment. A balance of cultural and clinical approaches are utilised to achieve takata whaiora (client) goals of wellbeing. These goals are to be integrated into their daily living activities.
Te Kotuku This is a residential whare (home) in Murihiku that was established in 2003. Te Kotuku is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Te Kotuku has seven beds for residental rehabilitation and 2 beds for respite.
Te Kotuku provides 2 beds for emergency and planned respite care for Southern District Health Board. Te Kotuku is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Pou Tautoko are trained and supervised mental health support workers. They assist people who have a mental illness to transition from institutional care to a home- based environment. A balance of cultural and clinical approaches are utilised to achieve takata whaiora (client) goals of wellbeing. These goals are to be integrated into their daily living activities.
Te Kotuku provides 2 beds for emergency and planned respite care for Southern District Health Board. Te Kotuku is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Pou Tautoko are trained and supervised mental health support workers. They assist people who have a mental illness to transition from institutional care to a home- based environment. A balance of cultural and clinical approaches are utilised to achieve takata whaiora (client) goals of wellbeing. These goals are to be integrated into their daily living activities.
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Kaupapa Māori
- Programme Type
Kaupapa Māori - mental health, Respite
- Regions
Southland
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
DHB clinical services
Referral Process
You are eligible to receive our services if you have the following:
• A psychiatric diagnosis,
• Are referred by a psychiatric clinician,
• Have a current needs assessment,
• And are aged 18 years and over.
Description
Te Kotuku provides 2 beds for emergency and planned respite care for Southern District Health Board.
Te Kotuku is a Kaupapa Māori 24-hour residential rehabilitation and respite facility for adults who experience mental illness. Pou Tautoko are trained and supervised mental health support workers. They assist people who have a mental illness to transition from institutional care to a home- based environment. A balance of cultural and clinical approaches are utilised to achieve takata whaiora (client) goals of wellbeing. These goals are to be integrated into their daily living activities.
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Child / Tamariki friendly
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This page was last updated at 12:15PM on August 1, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Kakakura Health Services.