Kia ora koutou,
Already we are over halfway through the year, with the shortest day now well behind us. I hope you all had an opportunity to enjoy and celebrate in our first publicly recognised Matariki.
On the Thursday night (23rd June) we had our Starry Night Skies event. It was a fabulous evening partnering with Voyce and celebrating with our caregiver whanau. The tamariki enjoyed dancing with glow sticks and a wonderful cake.
Marney Holthouse
Canterbury Regional Coordinator
0800 693 323 or 027 501 0392
Canterbury Caregivers Check these out!
42 FREE THINGS TO DO IN CHRISTCHURCH WITH KIDS AND FAMILIES
https://backyardtravelfamily.com/free-things-to-do-in-christchurch-with-kids/
New Brighton Pier Saturday 9 July 7pm to 7.30pm FREE Winter Fireworks Spectacular, a wonderful fireworks display set to modern kiwi classics off the New Brighton Pier. Enjoy kai from the local vendors onsite then watch the sky light up. The Hits radio station will also be there.
TIP: John Gottman, the marriage researcher in developing his model of emotionally coached parenting, reminds us that when we accurately name the emotion that the child is feeling in the moment, that in itself, serves to calm their nervous system down.
Keeping PACE – National Conference
21-22 September
Things are tracking well for our National Conference this year in Lower Hutt. We have a great range of guest speakers this year. For more details and to resigter click on the link below.
Have you joined our closed Facebook Group?
As a member of Caring Families Aotearoa you have exclusive access to our CLOSED Facebook groups. These are only open to caregivers that are members of Caring Families Aotearoa. This allows our members a platform to seek support, information, and resources.
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NEWS
Finally, it is with great sadness that I inform you that I will be leaving Caring Families Aotearoa in July. Unfortunately, with family matters pressing I have made the difficult decision to leave this role. My plan was to be with you, supporting you all across the region for some years to come. I have met and enjoyed working with some wonderful caregivers, it’s been a real privilege, thank you. I wish you and Caring Families Aotearoa all the best for the future. I will be supporting the vision of Caring Families Aotearoa from the side-lines.
Nga mihi ra mo nga ra kei mua I te aroaro (all the best for the future)
Marney