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HOW² Services:

Health Navigation, Education and Orientation

Heart Clinic

DriveVR

Art Experience

Service Providers

HOW² Te Ako Charitable Trust

HOW² Te Ako Charitable Trust takes a holistic approach to supporting former refugees and ethnic communities in Palmerston North. Through health education, wellness initiatives, and wellbeing services, we empower individuals and families to lead healthy, sustainable lives.

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Health Navigation, Education and Orientation

HOW² Te Ako Charitable Trust 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.

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News and Upcoming Events

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Weekly Workshops

Regular Health Workshops

These sessions are held at HOW²
1 King Street, Palmerston North
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Being Sun Smart

with the Cancer Society of New Zealand

We are excited to announce the return of the Cancer Society workshops at HOW², starting this September. Our next workshop focuses on being sun smart, teaching essential habits to protect your skin from harmful sun exposure. Discover how you can minimise the risk of skin cancer by joining us in learning how to enjoy the sun safely!

Hearing Loss Workshop

with Your Way Kia Roha

Join us for an informative session on hearing loss, hosted by the HOW² Health Team and featuring hearing therapist Jenny Southee from Your Way Kia Roha. This session offers practical advice and support for those experiencing hearing challenges or supporting others. Everyone is welcome. Come along to learn, connect, and ask questions in a supportive space.

Blood Pressure Workshop

Join us for a workshop on understanding and managing high blood pressure. Learn what it is, how to reduce it with lifestyle changes, and its link to stroke risk. Gain valuable insights and practical tips to help you take control of your health and prevent the serious consequences of hypertension.

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Let's Talk About Women's Health

Let's get together and talk about how we can care for ourselves in a supportive environment. This is a perfect place to ask any questions about health and wellbeing. You'll receive expert advice, learn valuable information, and connect with other women

Held every 6 weeks with the Health Navigation Team at HOW²

For more information please email info@how.kiwi

COMMUNITY PROFILE SURVEY FOR 4412

OraKonnect and HOW² are partnering to gather wellbeing insights from whānau in the 4412 community. Share your thoughts via the survey (QR code/link below) for a chance to win a prize. Your feedback will help shape initiatives supporting whānau aspirations.

Led by Rangitāne o Manawatū, OraKonnect unites Māori, government, NGOs, and whānau to create wellbeing opportunities in the 4412 community.

At the end of the survey, you can opt to enter a gift card draw

Don’t Miss Out!

No identifiable information is required unless you enter the draw. Any provided details will only be used for the draw and deleted afterward.

Service Providers

We bring together many different health and wellness experts. At HOW², you can find a variety of services all in one place. Our experts work together to provide better and more complete care. Experience how our combined approach can improve your wellbeing at HOW².

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Below is a small selection of our providers

Midwives at HOW²

Midwifery
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Te Oho Mauri

Counselling, Intuitive Healing & Miri Miri
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Teresa George

Health Coach
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Medi Massage

Lymph Practitioner, Somatologist
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Sun Acupuncture and Herbs Clinic

Acupuncture and herbal remedies
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Workbridge

Refugee Employment Services
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Māmā Ora

Holistic Wellness Practice for Mothers
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Body in Mind

Chiropractic
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Nadine Richardson Counselling

Counselling & Supervision
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At Yoga

Yoga/Flight Studio
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HOW² is loacted at

1 King Street Palmerston North
Corner of Rangitikei Street and King Street