We assist with health education, wellness, wellbeing, and health needs at no cost. Working together towards living healthy lives.
There is an emphasis on self healing, maintenance of health and the prevention of illness rather than solely the treatment of symptoms and disease. Our vision is to achieve positive wellness through a blend of natural therapies, complementary medicines along with lifestyle interventions. Our focus is on health in the widest sense, social inclusion and a safe space to come and talk about health and wellbeing.
HOW² Te Ako Charitable Trust and Plunket are excited to introduce the HOW² RIMA Playgroup to the community.
This collaborative effort reflects our dedication to providing a welcoming space for children and families to come together, play, and learn. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this initiative will have on our community’s youngest members.
HOW² provides a culturally safe space for you to meet with our health team. They are available to discuss your concerns around your health, focusing on your wellness and wellbeing.
We have interpreters available at no cost. Please choose your preferred language when making a booking.
The community Learning Hub is series of workshops designed to help communities resettling in Aotearoa learn about the education system here. Facilitated by guests from various organisations (including the Ministry of Education), parents have an opportunity to better understand how their children learn in the New Zealand context and how they can support their young ones.
Join our presenters Kate & Lesley from ENABLE for a helpful talk about preventing falls and staying safe at home. Learn easy tips to keep you and your family safe.
Join our health team, along with Jose and Brylee from the Cancer Society, as they host an insightful discussion about cancer, delving into its causes, treatments, and preventive measures. This interactive session aims to raise awareness and educate the community. The Cancer Society offer support throughout the cancer journey, please visit www.cancer.org.nz for more information.
The HOW² health team is here to provide you with education and support on how to take care of your heart. We are also excited to announce that we will be accompanied by a guest cardiologist.
The HOW² Health Team is hosting a series of sessions focused on Hearing Loss. Jenny Southee, a specialist in hearing therapy from Your Way Kia Roha, will be in attendance.
Join us every Friday at HOW² for our Men's Coffee Group. Enjoy great coffee and engaging conversations in a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for unwinding at the end of the week.
Let’s get together and talk about how we can care for ourselves. This will be a good place to ask any questions about health and wellbeing.
When: Wednesdays 6:30pm
With: Sarah
Where: Carncot School, please use the Rangitane St entrance. See Map
Call: 027 522 2895
Zumba with Sarah lets you escape and be free through dance. Join us for your cardio fix without it feeling like a workout. There is no experience needed to give Zumba a try. Just show up and have fun!
Charges may apply
When: Thursdays 9:15am - 10:00am
With: Chun Lee
Call: 021 076 6733
Chun Lee is a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine that has been practicing Tai Chi for more than 20 years. Come along to enhance the Qi and blood movement in our bodies, while helping with recovery.
Charges may apply
When: Thursdays 11:30am - 1:00pm
With: Louise
Email: louise@how.kiwi
Come along to art experience at HOW² Te Ako Charitable Trust and express yourself through visual art.
When: 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month @ 1:30pm
With: Tracy
Email: tracy@atyoga.kiwi
Yoga is renowned for not only exercising the body but also de-stressing and mindfulness. Many people turn to yoga as an alternate form of exercise and it has become a great option for gentle recovery while still exercising. At Yoga located in HOW² is a tranquil yoga space where you can come and zen out. Each session has a maximum of 10 people, so book in quick.
Our mental health is important to us all, if you need to speak to someone, we have access to counsellors and psychologists. Get in touch with the HOW² Health Navigation team for more information or assistance.
Huda - huda@how.kiwi
Ross - ross@how.kiwi
Robyn - robyn@how.kiwi
Or book online here
When: Thursdays 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Explore a wide range of sewing techniques, including hand embroidery, cross stitch and patch making. We have sewing machines, overlockers and a dedicated teacher to assist you in improving your skills.
Email mariette@how.kiwi for more information.
Pain Management is customized to suit your unique requirements, complementing your existing medical treatments effectively. We design lifestyle, nutritional, and exercise adjustments based on your cultural preferences. A range of supportive therapies is offered to assist you throughout the process.
Mariëtte is a qualified massage therapist and a member of Massage New Zealand (MNZ). See more on the MNZ website here.
Māmā Ora - Mothers' Wellness
Taking care of the caretakers, One Māmā at a Time
Māmā Ora is a holistic wellness approach for Mothers, grounded in indigenous Māori principles and tikanga.
Our mission is to offer experiences that nurture, heal, guide, and nourish you to breathe, clear your mind, reconnect to your sacred knowing, and feel like you again.
Our services include:
Kia ora, I'm a seasoned counsellor with a Counselling Degree and full membership in the New Zealand Association of Counsellors. Skilled in aiding diverse clients including children, teenagers, parents, grandparents, and specializing in adolescents, LGBTQIA+, and disabilities, I advocate for safe and supportive spaces to foster self-guided solutions to life's challenges. Additionally, I provide Supervision services for professionals like counsellors, youth, community, and support workers.
HOW² Te Ako Charitable Trust and Excellence Driving Academy have partnered to provide state of the art driver education. Tony and his team have been training drivers for more than 13 years, with 95% of drivers passing their driving test first time. Pairing simulator training with on-road learning, allows students to learn skills one by one with less external stress factors.
Teresa is a wellness practitioner and health coach along with being a qualified clinical hypnotherapist. She has a special interest in oncology and uses the latest in virtual reality technology to assist with her therapy.
Mariëtte Venter offers specialised lymphatic drainage services at the HOW² Pain Clinic. Mariëtte is internationally qualified, providing expert care in a private setting.
Workbridge has partnered with MBIE (Ministry Business Innovation and Employment) to offer the Manawatu Former Refugee Communities services to identify sustainable and meaningful employment opportunities. Individualised Career and Development planning will help navigate a clear and appropriate pathway towards achieving goals and success.
