What is Awhi Ora?
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Awhi Ora is a 'walk alongside' support service for everyday people that is provided by everyday people. Here to help you get back on track, so you can get going again.
Awhi Ora works with you to figure out a plan to reach goals that matter to you. It’s about having the tools in your pocket, so you’re equipped to get to where you want to be. Types of challenges or challenges Awhi Ora can help with include: feeling stressed, worries about your budget and feeling anxious about work, social situations or relationship problems. They can also help you navigate social and community services |
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How do I get in touch?
You can ask your doctor or practice nurse if Awhi Ora is available to you or look at our practice map HERE
You can be introduced to Awhi Ora by your G.P, Nurse, Health Improvement Practitioner or Health Coach.
You can be introduced to Awhi Ora by your G.P, Nurse, Health Improvement Practitioner or Health Coach.
What happens after I get in touch?
When you access Awhi Ora, you access a network of support services. At the initial conversation the service provider will talk to you about the help you need and establish if they or another provider are best to work with you.
Many Awhi Ora service providers have previous experience of the same or similar issues that you may find yourself dealing with. They live and work locally and where possible the Awhi Ora service providers will try and match support workers with you.
If your preference is for a cultural service or if you wish a gender specific support worker or want to speak to someone in Tongan, Spanish or some other language please let your support team know.
Many Awhi Ora service providers have previous experience of the same or similar issues that you may find yourself dealing with. They live and work locally and where possible the Awhi Ora service providers will try and match support workers with you.
If your preference is for a cultural service or if you wish a gender specific support worker or want to speak to someone in Tongan, Spanish or some other language please let your support team know.
What happens when we connect?
The Awhi Ora support worker and you identify your goals, agree how and when you would like to meet and go from there.
Support is usually provided for around three months with most people finding that six to eight catch-ups are needed. If you need to, you can come back to Awhi Ora anytime in the future.
Support is usually provided for around three months with most people finding that six to eight catch-ups are needed. If you need to, you can come back to Awhi Ora anytime in the future.
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