Tuwharetoa Health Charitable Trust

21/12/2025

Ever wondered why we talk so much about sun safety?
New Zealand has some of the strongest UV in the world, which means sunburn happens faster, and the long-term risks are higher.

Our UV doesn’t muck around!

Before you head outside today, remember the basics:
➡️ Slip, slop, slap, wrap, protect your skin!
Slip on a shirt
Slop on SPF30+
Slap on a hat
Wrap on your sunnies

A few seconds of protection = hours of safer fun in the sun.
Look after your skin, look after your hauora.

18/12/2025

Watch our wonderful pakeke at our Kaumatua Olympics, a day filled with laughter, movement, pride, and connection.

This video is also a reminder.
As the year winds down and the holidays approach, it’s a good time to reach out to our kaumatua and pakeke.
Check in. Have a korero. Make sure they’re safe, healthy, and feeling loved.

Moments like these remind us that well-being is about more than one day; it’s about staying connected, especially at this time of year.

To our kaumatua: you are treasured.
To our whanau: thank you for walking alongside them.

To watch our video, click the link below

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Kaumatua Olympics 2025 are a celebration of hauora, community connection, and the incredible spirit of our pakeke. Watch highlights from a full day of activi...

18/12/2025

Feeling a bit panicked? Running out of days? Feeling anxious about the 25th? Can't wait till it gets here? Can't wait till it's over? - We know the holiday season looks different for every whanau

Some of us celebrate Christmas, some don't. What matters most is taking care of ourselves and each other.

If you are feeling stressed about Kirihimete, share with whanau, keep kai simple and be gentle on yourself; make the focus about spending time with the people who fill your wairua.

If you have whanau organising Christmas, ask them if they are doing ok and if they need help.

Every day, choose what supports your hauora and honours your values.

17/12/2025

As the year begins to slow and the Christmas break approaches, we want to take a moment to acknowledge our people.

Team Noho was a chance to pause, reconnect, learn together, and reflect on the mahi we do every day for our whanau and communities. It reminded us that our strength lies in our people in the way we show up for one another, share knowledge, and stay grounded in our kaupapa.

To our kaimahi, thank you for your commitment, your care, and the energy you bring to this mahi. As we head into the end of the year, we hope you’re able to rest, spend time with those who matter most, and return refreshed.

Nga mihi nui to our kaimahi - we truly appreciate all that you do.

Click the link to watch our wonderful Team Noho day at Hatepe Marae
https://youtu.be/UbNxevxq2Ng?si=xg_NUpMkTmviRApB

This video shares highlights from our Team Noho day, when we took time to come together, slow down, and reconnect as a team.During the day, we learned about ...

17/12/2025

As the year winds down, we pause to give thanks to our whanau, kaimahi, and community for your trust and connection throughout 2025 .

We’ll be taking a short break to rest and reset. Our offices and Awhi House will be closed December 19th, reopening January 7th.

Whatever this season means for you, may it be gentle on your wairua and full of connection.

If you need health advice while we are away, please call Healthline 0800 611 116.

Nga mihi to our hardworking Home-based Support team who will continue to be out in the community, supporting our whanau right through the break.This is vital mahi, and it makes a real difference; it is deeply appreciated.

16/12/2025

School might be out, routines might change, and coming up to christmas might feel busy but checking in doesn’t stop just because the holidays start.

Heh Tane! whether you’re a dad, koro, uncle, mentor, or big brother, your presence makes a difference to our rangatahi.

Take a moment to korero, to listen, or simply sit with someone who might need it.

He toa taumata rau: strength wears many faces.
Sometimes the strongest thing we can do is reach out.

14/12/2025

Younger people can burn, but its important to remember that older adults tend to burn faster, dry out faster, and take longer to recover. Plus, they often take longer to recover, so they really need to prioritise sun protection.

As we age, our bodies change. For our pakeke, this means thinner skin, faster dehydration, and sometimes increased sensitivity to sunlight due to medications. That's why having good Sun Smart habits is crucial for them.

Our pakeke are a treasure, so let’s ensure we look after them in the heat, just as they have cared for us throughout the years.

10/12/2025

We are at New World, Tūrangi parking lot. Measles is moving through our communities, come down and get a free health check to see if you are up to date with your measles immunisations. It’s quick, simple and free.

10/12/2025

Summer BBQs don’t need to be heavy to be delicious!
Small swaps can make your kai lighter, fresher, and better for your hauora.
Kumara salad = roasted kumara + fresh veggies + a light dressing.
Swap creamy dressings for vinaigrettes.

Lemon + Olive Oil Dressing
Ingredients:
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (more if you like it tangy)
½ tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for balance)
1 small garlic clove, finely crushed (optional)
A pinch of salt
A pinch of black pepper
Method:
Add all ingredients to a small jar or cup.
Shake or whisk until combined.
Taste and adjust:
Add more lemon for extra zing
Add more honey if you want it sweeter
Add more salt/pepper for balance
Drizzle over warm or cold kumarau salad.
Olive oil = heart-healthy fats. It helps the body absorb nutrients, including water-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
If you want it even lighter:
Use 1½ tbsp olive oil + 1½ tbsp water
Add extra lemon for flavour
Add fresh herbs
Add ½ tsp Dijon mustard to emulsify
Use no honey

Healthy kai doesn’t mean missing out; it just means choosing options that help you feel good.

09/12/2025

Summer can be full-on with different routines, busy whanau, loud gatherings, extra pressure at work, or long, quiet days.
But one thing doesn't change: Checking in doesn't stop for summer.

He toa taumata rau, strength wears many faces.
Strength isn't just being tough.
It's asking how someone's really doing.
It's reaching out.
It's taking a moment to breathe.
It's choosing to talk rather than carry everything alone.

Check in with your bros, your uncles, your koro, your mates and check in with yourself too.

Don't forget to check out our YouTube channel for our Men's Health Series.

08/12/2025

Let's Go Rangatahi! 🚀 Sign Up Now!

New year. New energy. New Ropu.
Our Rangatahi Programme starts 12 February; it's a space to connect, learn, and grow together.
Tag a mate who should join you 👇

Sign up today!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4XO0WCzo3z0ri2_3CMEyC-zYCES36jr1GABkAv7u3QsjLnA/viewform
📅 Starts 12 February

Bring your mates and get involved, it's a totally FREE PROGRAM
80 Tuwharetoa Street (Te Whariki Aroha), TAUPO FUN ACTIVITIES, GOOD VIBES, AND FREE KAI!

08/12/2025

Some very cuddly bears have arrived at Awhi House and they’re looking for warm, loving homes.

They’re here to help our tamariki feel safe and comfy during their free health visit, and if a bear chooses your child, they’re welcome to take it home.

Free Tamariki Health Check and a little bear comes home too!
Nau mai, haere mai

Awhi House is located 4 Hingaia Street, Tūrangi.