Ngā mihi mahana ki a koutou katoa / Warm greetings to you all,

The new NCTP modules have provided a safe space for participants to connect through the whānaungatanga process and learn about some new ways of working, seeing and thinking about our caregiving role. Kia Ora to all those who have shared their experiences.

It is so good to see you all sharing your contact details at the end of the sessions, excited about the next time you’ll meet to support and encourage each other in this vital kaupapa. Please, let’s all keep building our caregiver community at every opportunity.

We are heading into the long school break, a good opportunity for some intensive parenting time. It’s great to be thinking about being more intentional about planned tamariki-friendly activities and also tamariki-free breaks for the adults (respite if possible). Check out your local community holiday programmes and events and make time for fun. Chill out, relax in the shade of a pohutakawa tree and watch the clouds. I’ll be doing the same!

What does Christmas mean for you? For me, I’m reminded that 2020 years ago humanity experienced the first Christmas!

I’ll be on leave from 16 December until 11 January. Should you require support, contact our National Office on 0800 693 323. National Office will be closed from 24th December to 10th January.