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Whitianga Social Services
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Description
Our community centre provides a range of services and clinics that support the health and wellbeing of families and individuals and we reach across communities from Coromandel to Tairua including Cooks Beach and Hahei. There are also three schools within our area of coverage.
Whitianga Social Services is at the heart of our community. Our mission is to provide services which empower people in our community to become self-reliant.
Whitianga Social Services provides a range of large and small rooms for hire . Email us to see if our rooms would be suitable for your group or business.
See here for a full list of services and more information.
Staff
All of our staff and volunteers are fully vaccinated and Police vetted every 2 years.
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Please phone or email us on 07 866 4476 or reception@wcst.org.nz, for non judgemental support and advice from our team of caring and skilled professionals.
Walk in
We can provide a lot of services without an appointment so come on in and we will see how we can help you.
Make an appointment
We have a range of Government Departments and health professionals who hold clinics here. If you want to see someone give us a ring on 07 866 4476 and we can tell you when they will be here so you can make an appointment.
We also have several groups who gather here each week to enjoy each other's company and either learn or create.
Referral
You can self refer to our services or you may be referred to us by a healthcare worker, school etc. We respect your right to privacy and to give permission for us to work with you and we will discuss your situation with professionalism and sensitivity.
Website / App
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
Our services are all free. A small charge may be incurred if we photocopy documents.
Hours
| Mon – Tue | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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| Wed | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Languages Spoken
English, Māori, French
Services Provided
Service types: Pregnancy and parenting, Family / whānau support, Parenting education.
Service types: Pregnancy and parenting, Family / whānau support, Parenting education.
Service types: Pregnancy and parenting, Family / whānau support, Parenting education.
Got money worries? Get support with our budgeting services! Do you need support to manage your money, become debt-free or simply want to be smarter with your money? We can help you work out your finances and plan for the future with our budgeting services. Regardless of whether you receive a benefit, ACC payments, wages or a salary, we’re here to help you become financially independent. Trained budget advisors offer assistance to help those experiencing financial difficulties. Sessions may be one-off, on-going or focusing on total money management. The aim is for clients to gain financial independence. There is no charge.
Got money worries? Get support with our budgeting services! Do you need support to manage your money, become debt-free or simply want to be smarter with your money? We can help you work out your finances and plan for the future with our budgeting services. Regardless of whether you receive a benefit, ACC payments, wages or a salary, we’re here to help you become financially independent. Trained budget advisors offer assistance to help those experiencing financial difficulties. Sessions may be one-off, on-going or focusing on total money management. The aim is for clients to gain financial independence. There is no charge.
Got money worries? Get support with our budgeting services!
Do you need support to manage your money, become debt-free or simply want to be smarter with your money?
We can help you work out your finances and plan for the future with our budgeting services. Regardless of whether you receive a benefit, ACC payments, wages or a salary, we’re here to help you become financially independent.
Trained budget advisors offer assistance to help those experiencing financial difficulties. Sessions may be one-off, on-going or focusing on total money management. The aim is for clients to gain financial independence. There is no charge.
We provide grocery parcels to help with an emergency situation. If required, families in need will be supported with extra community-donated goods. Budgeting help is available, if necessary, so people can manage independently. We have a pre loved shop attached to the Trust. If you need bedding, sheets, blankets and basic items we can help you with these. We have a range of adult and children's clothing and footwear available along with plates, pots knives and forks. If you are moving house we may be able to help with furniture.
We provide grocery parcels to help with an emergency situation. If required, families in need will be supported with extra community-donated goods. Budgeting help is available, if necessary, so people can manage independently. We have a pre loved shop attached to the Trust. If you need bedding, sheets, blankets and basic items we can help you with these. We have a range of adult and children's clothing and footwear available along with plates, pots knives and forks. If you are moving house we may be able to help with furniture.
We provide grocery parcels to help with an emergency situation. If required, families in need will be supported with extra community-donated goods. Budgeting help is available, if necessary, so people can manage independently.
We have a pre loved shop attached to the Trust. If you need bedding, sheets, blankets and basic items we can help you with these. We have a range of adult and children's clothing and footwear available along with plates, pots knives and forks. If you are moving house we may be able to help with furniture.
Service types: Advocacy, Employment support, Legal / civil services, Legal advice, Tax advice, Social work.
Service types: Advocacy, Employment support, Legal / civil services, Legal advice, Tax advice, Social work.
Service types: Advocacy, Employment support, Legal / civil services, Legal advice, Tax advice, Social work.
Counselling: we provide free counselling for all ages. Our qualified and experienced counselling team offers one to one, small group or family counselling. We use a range of approaches to assist children, teens and adults find solutions to their unique situations. Counselling can cover a range of issues including: anger, abuse, behavioural issues, grief and loss, relationships, confidence and goal setting. Ratonga Whānau ~ Family Services: There is a lot of pressure on families today. Conflict, family violence and poverty are just some of the issues that families can face. We recognise that every family has strengths and we will help you build on those strengths to achieve your goals. Whanau support, strengthening families and supervised access are just some of the things we can help with. Supervised Contact: a safe environment is set up for child/children to play and be comfortable during contact. Qualified supervisors ensure time between child and parents is beneficial to both.
Counselling: we provide free counselling for all ages. Our qualified and experienced counselling team offers one to one, small group or family counselling. We use a range of approaches to assist children, teens and adults find solutions to their unique situations. Counselling can cover a range of issues including: anger, abuse, behavioural issues, grief and loss, relationships, confidence and goal setting. Ratonga Whānau ~ Family Services: There is a lot of pressure on families today. Conflict, family violence and poverty are just some of the issues that families can face. We recognise that every family has strengths and we will help you build on those strengths to achieve your goals. Whanau support, strengthening families and supervised access are just some of the things we can help with. Supervised Contact: a safe environment is set up for child/children to play and be comfortable during contact. Qualified supervisors ensure time between child and parents is beneficial to both.
- Counselling
- Family violence intervention
- Information and support
- Referral to specialist services
- Supervised contact
- Support groups
Counselling: we provide free counselling for all ages. Our qualified and experienced counselling team offers one to one, small group or family counselling. We use a range of approaches to assist children, teens and adults find solutions to their unique situations. Counselling can cover a range of issues including: anger, abuse, behavioural issues, grief and loss, relationships, confidence and goal setting.
Ratonga Whānau ~ Family Services:
There is a lot of pressure on families today. Conflict, family violence and poverty are just some of the issues that families can face. We recognise that every family has strengths and we will help you build on those strengths to achieve your goals. Whānau support, strengthening families and supervised access are just some of the things we can help with.
Supervised Contact: a safe environment is set up for child/children to play and be comfortable during contact. Qualified supervisors ensure time between child and parents is beneficial to both.
Support young people/rangatahi to live confidently and achieve their goals.
Support young people/rangatahi to live confidently and achieve their goals.
Support young people/rangatahi to live confidently and achieve their goals.
He taraiwa a nga kaihoroi ~ Volunteer Drivers A pool of volunteer drivers is available to assist with transport for clients to attend medical or hospital appointments. Punctuality and safety of the client is of paramount importance to us. All of our volunteer drivers are police vetted.
He taraiwa a nga kaihoroi ~ Volunteer Drivers A pool of volunteer drivers is available to assist with transport for clients to attend medical or hospital appointments. Punctuality and safety of the client is of paramount importance to us. All of our volunteer drivers are police vetted.
- Hospital transport/ shuttle
He taraiwa a nga kaihoroi ~ Volunteer Drivers
A pool of volunteer drivers is available to assist with transport for clients to attend medical or hospital appointments. Punctuality and safety of the client is of paramount importance to us.
All of our volunteer drivers are police vetted.
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Child / Tamariki friendly, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Parking
There is parking to the right and the front of the centre.
Region
Waikato
Website
Contact Details
2 Cook Drive, Whitianga
Waikato
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Phone
(07) 866 4476
Email
Website
Street Address
2 Cook Drive
Whitianga
Waikato 3510
Postal Address
Whitianga Social Services
PO Box 109
Whitianga 3542
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This page was last updated at 2:02PM on April 8, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by Whitianga Social Services.
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