Services available to all members of the community.
Our Mission
To provide whakapapa-inspired, mana-centred and aroha-focused health and social services, empowering our community through cultural integrity and professional excellence.
Our Priorities
He Toa Takitini
Cultivating a network of champions
He Mana tō te Kupu
Shifting the narrative
Toro Mai tō Ringa
Meeting people where they are
Kia Kātea te Wānanga
Creating smart systems for better outcomes
He Tuakana, He Teina
Being an employer with purpose and impact
Our Pillars
Mana Tiriti
We value Te Tiriti
Mana Taurite
We value equity
Mana Tangata
We value people
Mana Wheako
We value lived experience
Mana Rauhi
We value collaboration
Our Values
Manaakitanga
We are supportive
Kaitiakitanga
We are just
Whanaungatanga
We are inclusive
Awhinatanga
We are compassionate
Huhuatanga
We are focused on excellence
What We Offer
Whanau Ora Kāitūwhana Service
“Whānau Ora puts whānau and families at the centre of the services and support they need, to build on their strengths and achieve their aspirations.”
Kaitūwhana work directly with tangata whaiora and their whānau, connecting them with relevant services, supporting them to set and achieve their own goals, and empowering them to improve their overall wellbeing.
Māori Oranga Hinengaro Services
A kaupapa Māori approach to wellbeing, underpinned by Tā Mason Durie’s Te Whare Tapa Wha model. Within this service, tangata whaiora are holistically supported on their journey to wellbeing.
Mirimiri
Traditional Māori healing massage. A holistic bodywork practice focusing on balancing the tinana (body), hinengaro (mind), and wairua (spirit) through physical touch, pressure, and energy work. Releases tension, improves circulation, and promotes overall well-being.
Clinics are every Friday in Balclutha and every Thursday in Milton. To make a booking, call or email us.
Nurse-led Clinics
A Registered Nurse from Awarua Whānau Services runs a clinic once a fortnight, alternating between our sites in Milton and Balclutha.
View the latest Nurse Clinic Schedule here.
Walk ins are available, or book an appointment via phone or email.
Ethos Psychology
A Registered Psychologist from Ethos Psychology sees our whaiora on a weekly basis, alternating between our sites in Milton and Balclutha.
Kaumatua Jams & Taurite Tū
On Tuesday mornings at 10am, over at Te Whare Puawai o Tokomairaro on Spenser Street, we run a weekly group for our kaumatua. This group starts with Taurite Tū, a kaupapa Māori strength and balance exercise programme specially designed for Māori aged 50+ and their whānau. Following this, Kaumatua Jams involves a guitar, waiata and lot of fun. The morning then ends with a delicious kai.
If you can’t get to Milton on your own, we can provide transport. For more information, give us a call or send us an email.
Podiatry & Pharmacy Support
A Podiatrist and a Pharmacist from WellSouth provide advice, treatment and support.
Keep an eye on our Facebook page for the date of their next clinic.
Rangatahi Hub – He Puna Pounamu
Every Thursday and Friday night from 5:00Pm – 8:00PM at 2 Elizabeth Street, Balclutha.
A safe and exciting place for rangatahi to hang out and connect with others. We welcome ages 12 – 20.
Rangatahi Programme
A weekly adventure, every Wednesday evening, for rangatahi aged 12-20.
We also offer one on one support for rangatahi if they need it.