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We are pleased to announce a unique opportunity to support the skills and knowledge of our lived experience workforce and our support worker workforce. Two grants, specifically for these workforces, open for applications today.  The consumer, peer support and lived experience (CPSLE) training and professional development grant is a one-off round of grants for the CPSLE workforce. This grant is for individuals who currently work in a consumer, peer support and lived experience (CPSLE) role in mental health and addiction, paid or unpaid. For more information and to apply visit the following link https://lnkd.in/gEFyHPeY The support worker professional development grant is specifically for people providing mental health and addiction support who are employed as support workers in a publicly funded non-government organisation (NGO). For more information and to apply, visit the following link https://lnkd.in/gCsd5TwX

We are thrilled to announce that the CPSLE competencies workshop is coming to a town near you! We can't wait to engage with consumer, peer support and lived experience (CPSLE) workers in wānanga. Facilitated by Caro Swanson and Malcolm Mckenna, the focus of these workshops is on sharing together both the potential of how you can incorporate CPSLE values and competencies into your daily mahi and hearing and learning from how you already do. We are heading to Kaikohe on 22 October (hosted by Arataki Ministries) and Kaitaia on 23 October. Registrations are now open for these two events, so click on the link below to select a workshop and register. https://lnkd.in/gbnn8xzF

Really awesome new podcast series from Te Rau Ora, with episodes featuring our Wise Group CE Shelley Campbell (Ngāti Hine, Ngāti Kahu, Ngāpuhi) and our very own Waha Tohutohu Matua - Principal Advisor Māori Kahurangi Fergusson-Tibble. Click on the link below to have a listen. 🎙

🌍 Today, we celebrate International Day of Older Persons, a time to celebrate the value of older people and a chance to acknowledge their contributions to our communities.   At Te Pou, we recognise that mental health challenges and addiction issues among older people require urgent attention and innovative solutions. For the last two years, we held an Older Persons' Mental Health and Addiction Leadership Day to create space for attendees to elevate and take action to support older persons’ mental health and addiction experiences.    At the inaugural leadership day in 2023, attendees identified key priorities and solutions for the older persons’ mental health and addiction sector which we are using to inform the future work Te Pou undertakes to support the workforce.    Read the 'Key priorities and solutions for the older persons’ mental health and addiction sector' here: https://lnkd.in/gYHE6isT #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Week, let’s take a moment to reflect on today’s theme, which is Whakawhetai - to give thanks, be grateful. Gratitude is a powerful tool for enhancing our mental wellbeing and fostering resilience. Taking time to reflect on what we’re thankful for can shift our mindset and help us find joy, even amidst challenges. 💚 What are you grateful for today? For access to more information and various downloadable resources from the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand, visit https://lnkd.in/gdp2KBYz #MHAW #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2024

An exciting opportunity for young people in Te Whanganui-a-Tara to elevate their leadership skills and connect with like-minded individuals. Register below

As Mental Health Awareness Week continues, today we focus on the theme of Tūhono - connection and belonging. In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel isolated, but building and nurturing our connections is essential for our mental wellbeing. Let’s take a moment today to reach out. Check in on a colleague, join a group discussion, or simply share a smile. Every small gesture helps create a culture of support and understanding. 💚 #MHAW #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2024 Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand

For day 3 of Mental Health Awareness Week, we celebrate the power of whānau - our family, friends, and community. 👨👩👧👦 Whānau plays a crucial role in our wellbeing, providing support, understanding, and connection. In times of challenge, it’s often our loved ones who lift us up and remind us that we’re not alone. Today let’s take a moment to reach out to those we care about, whether it’s a phone call, a shared meal, or simply expressing gratitude, every action counts. For access to more information and various downloadable resources from the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand, visit https://lnkd.in/gdp2KBYz #MHAW #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2024

Kia ora Malcolm Mckenna, thanks for being so generous with your thoughts and experiences. So glad to have you with us.

For Rātū (Tuesday) this Mental Health Awareness Week, we are focusing on Tautoko. 🤝 The meaning of Tautoko is to support, prop up, verify, advocate, accept, and agree. In the realm of mental health, this is a powerful reminder of the impact we can have when we come together as a community. For access to more information and various downloadable resources from the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand, visit https://lnkd.in/gdp2KBYz #MHAW #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek2024