Families living in cars, substandard houses and garages are finally being noticed and communities are stepping up to offer assistance. Do you wonder how children fare in these situations, as their parents and caregivers struggle to provide a home?
Category: Children and young people
PSN welcomes radical changes in care and protection services
Social services provider Presbyterian Support Northern (PSN) has welcomed the Government’s plan to transform current structures and provision of services for the most vulnerable children.
Sharing the love at Easter
Families who struggle to provide the basics will receive extra treats this Easter, thanks to the generosity of St Cuthbert’s College students.Families who struggle to provide the basics will receive extra treats this Easter, thanks to the generosity of St Cuthbert’s College students.
Creating a giant White Ribbon
Aucklanders are invited to “put a stake in the ground” against family violence this November 24 and to fill in a giant White Ribbon that will be located in Britomart’s Takutai Square from Noon.
How separation affects children
Children are affected by separation more than many parents realise, says Timothy McMichael who heads the family dispute resolution service.
Edgecumbe duo win competition
The 'Yeah, Nah It's Not Ok' Eastern Bay of Plenty song quest was bigger than ever in 2015.
Art exhibition shows dreams
The Yvonne Rust Gallery at the Quarry Arts Centre and Family Works Whangarei are inviting the community to attend a children’s art exhibition.
Singers have important message
The 'Yeah, Nah It's Not Ok' Eastern Bay of Plenty Song Quest is bigger than ever this year.
Angels with aprons
Keen Kiwi bakers get baking to raise money and support Family Works continue providing services to children and their families.
‘Well Done’ Board has first winner
Hamilton resident Brendon O'Farrell posted to the Family Works 'Well Done Board'.
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