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Lessons Learnt in Lockdown: How We Can Help the Homeless

If the COVID-19 lockdown has taught us anything, it’s that Aotearoa can do anything if we band together. As we begin recovery, let’s work together to end rough sleeping.

aditya25 May 2020

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“My job was to keep them calm”

During the COVID-19 lockdown, Lifewise Homecare Workers looked after some of our most vulnerable grandparents in the community, during a time when even their own families could not.

aditya20 May 2020

A spoonful of coins with a potato pierced into the other end, balancing on a calculator, depicting a precarious balance of budget.

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Lifewise response to 2020 “Rebuilding Together” budget

We look forward to supporting more vulnerable Kiwis into affordable housing, and working towards a sustainable approach to ending homelessness.

aditya14 May 2020

A group of Peer Support workers at their training graduation ceremony; one of the graduates is in the foreground, holding up his certificate proudly.

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“I want my whanau to believe in themselves again”

See how people with lived experience are providing peer support, helping Lifewise build connected, just, and inclusive communities.

aditya5 May 2020

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Mike’s journey towards Street Reach

Mike’s mahi is clear now; he wants to give back to his street whanau. "I am trying to reach people out on the streets and give people the opportunity that…

aditya17 April 2020

chocolate shaped like an easter bunny, wearing a mask for protection against covid-19

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How we’re responding to COVID-19

Lifewise is integrally connected to the community, and with the onset of COVID-19 we’re finding new ways to stay in touch and help our whānau. Learn more.

aditya6 April 2020

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Lifewise Street Reach

If you have symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, are over 70 years old, or have any health issues we might be able to support you.

aditya26 March 2020

With a heavy heart, we have to announce the cancellation of the Lifewise Big Sleepout 2020. But we still need your support to prevent homelessness!

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The Lifewise Big Sleepout 2020 has been cancelled

With a heavy heart, we have to announce the cancellation of the Lifewise Big Sleepout 2020. But we still need your support to prevent homelessness!

aditya19 March 2020

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Lifewise responds to Government package to combat COVID-19

Lifewise welcomes the $25 permanent increase to main benefits, and the one-off doubling of the Winter Energy Payment for beneficiaries and superannuitants.

aditya18 March 2020

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Rolling Out the Rainbow at Merge Cafe

Together with Karangahape Road Business Association & Pride Pledge, Merge Cafe hosted a fabulous PRIDE DINNER to Roll-Out The Rainbow at this year's Auckland Pride Festival!

aditya5 March 2020

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