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Lifewise: Proud Member of Pride Pledge NZ

To celebrate Auckland Pride Month, Lifewise is excited to announce its membership with Pride Pledge NZ. This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, both within…

Cha3 February 2025

Christmas Merge Cafe Merge Community

Holiday Miracle at Merge

We all know that Merge Café has long served as a refuge for those seeking connection and a hot meal. Late last year as we neared the Christmas break, the…

Cha10 January 2025

Christmas Family Services Housing First Merge Community

Spreading Christmas Cheer with the Generosity of our Community Partners

This Christmas, Lifewise has been overwhelmed by the generosity and kindness of our community partners, who have gone above and beyond to spread joy and hope to our whānau. …

Cha23 December 2024

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Lifewise Services Holiday Hours 2024

Some of Lifewise’s services will be unavailable or will have limited capacity over the holiday season. Here’s the list of our holiday hours schedule for your easy reference: Holiday Hours…

Cha4 December 2024

Christmas Events Housing First Merge Community

Lifewise Connect Newsletter Out Now!

We’re excited to announce the launch of our refreshed newsletter, Lifewise Connect, with the Christmas Edition now available! It’s been a little while since our last issue, but we’re thrilled to share this…

Cha25 November 2024

Christmas Food for thought homelessness Housing Housing First youth homelessness

Home for Christmas?

Not everyone has a home for Christmas. This is the reality for many of our homeless whānau. As we approach the festive season, it's a time for reflection and giving.…

Cha21 November 2024

Māori Toitu Te Tiriti hīkoi

A march for everyday – Toitu Te Tiriti hīkoi

Toitu Te Tiriti hīkoi Yesterday was a historic point in our nation’s history as tens of thousands of Kiwis joined the Toitu Te Tiriti movement and marched upon parliament…

Cha20 November 2024

Health & Wellness homelessness Housing Mental Health And Addiction

New Zealand’s Latest Census 2023 Homelessness Data

New Zealand's Housing Crisis: Population Growth Outpaces Dwelling Growth Despite Efforts In a stark revelation, recent data from NZ Census 2023 highlights that despite significant efforts to increase housing supply…

Cha10 October 2024

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World Homeless Day 2024: Give Hope, Create Opportunities

Give Hope, Create Opportunities World Homeless Day is a global initiative to raise awareness of the needs and challenges of people experiencing homelessness and to celebrate the efforts of those…

Cha17 September 2024

Three little girls sitting together on a grassy bank.

Family Services homelessness Housing First

Message from Haehaetu Barrett Chief Executive, Lifewise

Our tamariki deserve the highest level of care and protection. We all know that the funding is limited, and that we cannot afford to waste resources or duplicate services. The…

Cha12 August 2024

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Lifewise: Proud Member of Pride Pledge NZ

Holiday Miracle at Merge

Spreading Christmas Cheer with the Generosity of our Community Partners

Lifewise Services Holiday Hours 2024

A march for everyday – Toitu Te Tiriti hīkoi

New Zealand’s Latest Census 2023 Homelessness Data

World Homeless Day 2024: Give Hope, Create Opportunities

Message from Haehaetu Barrett Chief Executive, Lifewise

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