Ngā mihi mahana ki a koutou e Mātua Atawhai/Warm greetings to all you Kind Caregivers
The months have sped by, and we are looking year’s end in the face! I’m excited about coming into summer weather as this winter has felt longer and colder than usual…yes, it’s probably my age😉Dennis and I still have the wood fire going most nights!!!
The best thing about winter has been our extended watercress season, we’ve been blessed to give lots away, sharing the love!
RuruHana (Leanne)
Brownie
Upper North Regional Coordinator
09 283 9483 or 027 566 0294
SUPPORT
October has been a great month to connect with some of you through groups and trainings. My personal highlight has been the support groups at the Art Gallery and McDonald’s in Whangārei..awesome kōrero, open and engaged with each other as we’ve shared our highs and hurdles! Ngā mihi nui ki a Karen raua ko Molly mo te tautoko. Big acknowledgement to Molly and Karen for their support.
Conference Reflection
I’ve asked Molly and Karen (Regional Committee Members), to share their reflections about Conference next month, but here are some of my whakaaro/thoughts:
Dancing and laughter with colleagues and friends were stand out…the spring decorations and outfits were delightful! Something completely different was just what my soul needed. The two speakers that left a lasting impression were Māhera Maihi (Māhera’s story) and Tuihana Ohia (Woo Wellbeing)…both inspired me to take greater care of myself as I look for ways to help others who have less than me.
EVENTS
Family Fun Days this weekend
Molly will be at the Whangārei Pools, Saturday 5 November with some L’Oreal products to choose from and I’ll be at Kawakawa Pools, Sunday 6 November. Hoping to see lots of you out having fun with the Whānau.
If you would like tickets to this free event please email me – uppernorth@caringfamilies.org.nz
TRAINING
Our Training Calendar is now live.
We have two Face-to-face sessions this month;
Making Changes – Stability in Hard Times – 7 November in Dargaville
What’s Behind the Behaviour – Healing Centred Engagement – 22 November in Whangarei
If there is no face-to-face session that suits you, please consider the online training sessions that are available to all. To find out more please click below for more information and to register.
Mā te wā, e Whānau mā
Noho Marino, Noho Hono/Stay Calm, Stay Connected
Nā RuruHana (Leanne) Brownie