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We hope that the resources provided are of assistance to you. If you have a resource that you feel would be beneficial to our community please forward to us.
Life Unlimited free hearing therapy services
Did you know that Life Unlimited offers free hearing therapy services in Whangarei, Kaikohe, Kaitaia and Wellsford.
Please read more for contact details and GP referral form.
Download: Northland Clinic Dates (.doc file - )
Which Way Now?
‘A Transition Booklet for Young Northlanders’ developed by CCS Disability Action and Tiaho Trust
Leaving school or home is a big step towards independence for anyone to take. For some, it can be exciting while for others, it can be full of confusion and uncertainty.
Download: Which Way Now? (.pdf file - )
Access Whangarei Map
Tiaho has also been working alongside the DSRG and the WDC to publish an updated version of the ‘Access Whangarei Map’.
This map has been designed to help visitors find their way around the city, listing mobility parking spaces, accessible amenities including toilets, accommodation, conference, retail and dining options and other useful information.
Download: Access Whangarei Map (.pdf file - )
Halberg Trust
The Halberg Trust aims to support all children with a disability if they want to be involved in active leisure or recreation of their choice, alongside their peers in an inclusive environment.
Northland Parents of Deaf Children Inc.
Northland Parents of Deaf Children Inc. is a voluntary organisation formed in 1994 by parents of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children.
As parents we aim to support one another to provide our children with opportunities that will enable them to become the best that they can be.
Download: Northland Parents of Deaf Children brochure (.pdf file - )
Tiaho Trust Accessible Van
Tiaho Trust has a fully accessible vans based in Whangarei which community and disability organisations can borrow to transport disabled people to events.
If you are disabled and need transport to an event but don’t have an organisation to support you please contact us and we may be able to assist you.
Download: Van user criteria and responsabilities (.doc file - )
Nationwide Health & Disabilities Advocacy Services
Mary-Claire Taffs and Christine Findlay are Health & Disability Advocate based in Whangarei covering from Te Hana to the Bay of Islands.
They provide independent advocacy support and assistance to people who have concerns about a health or disability service they or their family have used.
Website links
Links to New Zealand and International websites in the disability sector that you might find useful and interesting.
DIAS Collective Promotional Pad
In Northland, there are a range of organisations providing information about a specific disability, or disability in general and how it impacts on the everyday life of a person and their family/whanau.
To find out more, visit http://tiaho.org.nz/about/dias_collective/
Download: DIAS Collective Promotional Pad (.pdf file - )