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Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi – With your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive.
Biographical Info
Age Concern Taranaki provides a free and confidential Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) for the whole Taranaki region. We work very closely and collaboratively with many support agencies across the Taranaki district including DHB’s, police, social workers, home-based support. Our professional Elder Abuse staff work with older people / kaumātua and their carers providing support and advocacy so that older people can be happy, healthy and safe from harm.
Age Concern Taranaki responds to any and all allegations of Elder Abuse Taranaki wide. Elder Abuse incudes Psychological abuse, Financial abuse, Neglect, Self-neglect, Physical abuse and Institutional abuse.
Anyone over the age of 65 can self-refer or be referred by someone else (family, friends, health professionals etc.) The EARS team pride ourselves on being able to engage with our Kaumātua and form meaningful relationships. We are able to provide advocacy for our clients with services such as Work and Income as well as support our clients to their appointments (GP, Lawyers etc.) when necessary.
EARS can facilitate Whanau Hui (family meetings) when clients want their families and loved ones involved in their support plans.
Our team consists of both Registered Social Workers and Nurses who complete holistic assessments to identify abuse and risk factors. Often safety plans are completed, and referrals are made to other relevant services such as Police and specialist services within Te Whatu Ora. This enables us to work collaboratively and ensure a wraparound approach to support our clients.
Where? Support is offered online, via phone, and in-person
When? Our offices are open Monday to Friday 8.30am-2pm. Or you can contact 0800 652 105 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Who? Those over 65 years old
Referrals are accepted from self, whānau/family, workplaces, GPs, and other health professionals.
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How can a Kaiārahi help you?
A Family Court Kaiārahi can help you:
- Understand the language, processes and outcomes of Family Court proceedings
- Where appropriate, access out-of-court services and support in the community to help you reach agreement about the care of your children
- Remain engaged and involved in any Family Court proceedings by working to address any barriers that are preventing you from participating
- With your agreement, connect you with other agencies and services in the community to support you as needed.
Where? Available across Aotearoa via phone or in-person.
When? Monday to Friday
Who? We work with those over 18 year old.
Referrals: We accept referrals from self or whānau. Kaiārahi offer a free service, but they do not give legal advice.
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KM Legal is a Taranaki based family law practice providing specialist legal advice and representation to individuals and families navigating relationship breakdown and family change. KM Legal focuses exclusively on family law matters, offering practical, child focused, and compassionate support during difficult times.
KM Legal assists with:
- Parenting arrangements, care of children, guardianship, and relocation issues
- Relationship property division, including trusts and complex asset structures
- Protection orders and family violence matters
- Family Court proceedings, including Legal Aid and FLAS matters
- Advice and representation for negotiated agreements and court based outcomes
The practice is committed to clear communication, realistic advice, and solutions that prioritise the wellbeing of children and families.
Where? Available in North, Central and South Taranaki, in-person, online and via phone
When? Monday to Friday; 8.30 am until 4.30pm, by appointment.
Who? All ages and whānau
Referrals: We accept self referrals. Costs apply. Legal Aid is available for parenting and protection orders, for eligible income earners.
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Taranaki Community Law provides a free confidential legal service throughout the Taranaki Rohe. Our service is provided to meet the unmet legal needs in the community. Based in New Plymouth we also run regular clinics in Hawera, Waitara and Stratford. Our service is by appointment only and eligibility criteria apply.
Our services include:
- Free Legal Information
- Legal Advice
- Legal Assistance
- Legal Representation
- Law Related Education
Areas we can assist with include:
- Administrative Law
- Civil Law
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Māori Legal Issues.
- We do not give advice to Employers, Landlords, Companies or Businesses.
Where?
- New Plymouth Office: Level 1 Vero House, 10-12 Devon St East
- Waitara service: Waitara Library, 15 Queen Street
- Stratford Service: Stratford Community House, 52 Juliet Street
- Hawera Service: Whanau Centre, 56 Disraeli Street
When? Our service is by appointment only
Who? Some eligibility criteria apply.
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, whānau, GP, health professionals and workplaces. Some programmes may have a waitlist.
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Taranaki Restorative Justice Trust works with victims and offenders referred by the Court, facilitating meetings to address harm and support positive outcomes for the future.
At the core of our process is being responsive to the needs of our participants. Our team work to guide, support and prepare participants for a potential conference. A conference is a guided, safe and voluntary meeting between those who have been harmed and those who have caused harm. Our team will prepare you for this meeting and work to ensure that what happens is safe, appropriate, and responsive to the needs of all participants.
· We facilitate a process where those who have been harmed can express their voice and seek to have any questions answered
· Create an environment where all parties get a chance to speak, the future is explored, and agreements can be reached
· Help connect people to a range of support systems
· Assist with follow-up arrangements as necessary
Where? All of Taranaki
Who? Those 18 years and older and referred via the Court
Support is offered online, via phone, and in-person at different locations.
