Stories

It sometimes helps to know you aren't the only one going through what you're experiencing. Other people's stories can provide invaluable information and encouragement.

Lisa Hall

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Having experienced bullying at high school through social exclusion, Lisa now makes an extra effort to be welcoming and kind to people.
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Helena Sonar

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Helena, a peer support worker in Auckland, shares her story of recovery from mental distress, in the hope it will help others.
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An Abbeyfield way of life

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Meet "Boomer" friends Don and Tony, who met as Abbeyfield residents four years ago.
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Pacific social housing

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How a neglected piece of land in South Auckland became New Zealand’s first Pacific social housing village – Matanikolo.
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The Dallows: Capturing tales

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We got to know people who we didn’t really know before. They became not just someone to say ‘hello’ to but real friends.
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Sunny outlook for older flatters

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Going flatting in her eighties wasn’t exactly part of Edith's life plan.
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Good life at Kaumatua Village

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Charlotte and 93-year-old father Herbie, are enjoying life at the Moa Crescent Kaumātua Village in Hamilton.
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Making it work after life's upsets

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At 72, Susan Fowke is one of the younger residents of Leighton House, a Gisborne rest home
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Riverside feeds the soul

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If anyone knows about community living it's Colin Cole.
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Countryside & community

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For Amrita, renting a cottage at Riverside has meant being surrounded by the beautiful countryside she’s always loved.
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Whatever it takes

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The four permanent residents of this supported housing complex in Napier never miss an opportunity to celebrate life.
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Mary: Mamas know best

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From small beginnings 20 years ago, the Pacifica Arts Centre has developed into a vibrant, people-centred, arts space.
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