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Lifewise NZ is an Auckland-based community social development organisation. We’re here to help people living with hardship have better opportunities and futures.
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Lifewise’s services turn lives around for good. We go beyond meeting the immediate needs of people living with hardship.
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Every day, we have up to 180 children in our Early Childhood Education Centres.
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On any given day, we have 120 carers giving in-home support to 500 older people.
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In 2020, over the first COVID-19 lockdown period, we supported 53 street whānau into emergency housing through Lifewise Merge Community.
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Lifewise Connect Newsletter Issue 2
Lifewise Connect Newsletter Issue 2
We are delighted to share with you the latest edition of our Lifewise Connect newsletter. This issue is filled with inspiring and uplifting success stories, perfect for kickstarting your year.…
Myers Park Cottage Officially Reopens
Myers Park Cottage Officially Reopens
19 February 2025 was a historic moment as we welcomed the local community to the re-opening of the iconic Myers Park Cottage. This event marked the beginning of an exciting…
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