Christmas can be a difficult time for many of our residents, as it often brings additional financial and emotional stress. The pressure of covering extra costs, looking after themselves, or making
the holiday special for their family—especially if they have any children—can feel overwhelming. Some may even find this season to be a triggering time due to past experiences or isolation.
E huri tō aroaro ki te rā, tukunme tō ataarangi ki muri i a koe
In a heartwarming display of creativity, community spirit, and resourcefulness, the Wellington Women's House recently unveiled a mural that serves as a vibrant symbol of transformation, hope, endurance, and aroha.
What began as a discarded piece of plywood in the backyard transformed into a remarkable work of art through a collaborative effort between the house's staff and residents. This unique project unfolded over the months of April and May, leaving an indelible mark on the Wellington Women's House and its community.
Altrusa is an international non-profit organization making local communities better through leadership, partnership, and service. Altrusa Ohariu were so kind to donate 20 handmade toiletry bags, each full of donated items for the residents of our whare. These bags were made by Karen, an Altrusa member, and the donated toiletry items were packed at the May Altrusa meeting. Natalie the Club President delivered the bags and we were able to give her a wee tour of our whare and learn abit more about her mahi.
We wouldn’t be able to do the mahi that we do without the generous support of the volunteers, donors and organisations who support us to provide a safe home to women in need.
Here is how you can support us at the moment.
We are currently looking for:
Winter clothing in good condition such as; dressing gowns, slippers, warm jackets, thermals, warm socks
Raincoats
New toiletries, makeup, nail polish and other beauty items
Non-perishable food donations
Laptops, ipads and TV’s that are in good working order.
We wouldn’t be able to do the mahi that we do without the generous support of the volunteers, donors and organisations who support us to provide a safe home to women in need.
28 DEC 2024 – 4 JAN 2025 You won’t find them mentioned in a travel brochure on your high street; you won’t find them in most guidebooks, you probably don’t know anyone that has ever been there and they don’t even appear on some maps of the New Zealand’s South Pacific – these are the ‘forgotten islands’.
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