TAKAHI TE TANIWHA (REFERRAL / MANDATED)
Are you ready to take up the challenge?

Takahi te Taniwha is our invitation for you to consider making a positive change in your life.
It is a call for our wāhine and tāne to reclaim the mana of our tīpuna and to reflect on the influences of alcohol and drugs. This harm reduction kaupapa supports you to step forward with strength, courage, and connection, to take back your own mauri.
At the heart of Takahi te Taniwha is the Tihei wā – Mauri Ora kaupapa Māori model of practice.
This framework is grounded in the understanding that the Māori worldview already holds the knowledge our people need to make sense of their own experiences, their place in the world, and the steps required to begin a personal healing journey. Through this mātauranga, whaiora are supported to reconnect with their identity, wairua, and the wisdom passed down by our ancestors.
Takahi te Taniwha is an 8 session programme is designed for whānau who are wanting a harm reduction pathway, one that supports realistic, achievable changes while working towards new lifestyle goals.
If you are ready to explore ways to reduce the negative impacts of alcohol or drugs in your life, your first step could be making a self referral to see what support is available. You’re also welcome to come along to one of our free open support groups held in the community.

DAY GROUP (4 WEEK COURSE)
DAYS: WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 10:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION: HE WAKA TAPU 161 Pages Road.
EVENING GROUP (8 WEEK COURSE)
DAYS: TUESDAYS 6:00pM-8:00PM
LOCATION: HE WAKA TAPU 161 Pages Road.
