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Funding Friday

20th August 2021

Last month we asked for help – as one of our programmes was about to run of funding. Kids ReSync is a wrap around support for families going through tough situations, and provides child counselling, parent coaching, music, play and occupational therapy, over a full term. We needed $12,000 to continue into Term 3, and we had an overwhelming response – in fact nearly $24,000 was donated – enough to cover Term 4 too!! We really appreciated every donation, from the local kids bake sale in North New Brighton, to the family who committed to sponsoring one family each term for the next year! New families are already benefiting your generosity. Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

To learn more, check out:

Kids Resync

5 Ways To Wellbeing Lockdown Update

18th August 2021

Kia Ora Whānau.

We hope you’re all making the most of this unexpected lockdown – everyone always said we needed more public holidays in Term 3!

Remember to look after yourself in lockdown by practicing the 5 Ways to Wellbeing:

  1. Give. Check-in your neighbour and ask if they need any help, offer to do some gardening, take around some baking, or pass on an old game you’re no longer playing with.
  2. Keep Learning. There’s a lot you can learn on YouTube; how to play the guitar, how to draw, how to sew, new recipes, new skate tricks, new ball skills, etc.
  3. Be Active. Go for a walk, run, bike, scooter, skate, jump. Do a YouTube exercise class.
  4. Take Notice. Write a list of 30 things in your life that you’re grateful for. Email a teacher, youthworker, coach or family member and tell them what you’ve appreciated about them.
  5. Connect. Get virtual face to face contact on Zoom, Messenger or Facetime with a mate. Tell each other about favourite memories, make plans for after lockdown and share your ambitions.

If you are in need of some extra local support through YAT, email: care@yat.org.nz

If you’d like some counselling support call or text 1737.

If you’re feeling low but don’t really want to talk to anyone try, check out: www.sparx.org.nz

Parenting Programme – Tuning In To Kids!!!

17th August 2021

For parents of Primary School Children. A FREE six week course starting on Thursday 26th August from 10:30am-12:30pm at Youth Alive Trust, learning how to help your child develop emotional intelligence. Learn tools to better understand your child, help your child to manage their emotions, prevent behaviour problems and teach your child to deal with conflict. We had really positive feedback from the Term 1 course, so for an information sheet or to make a booking, contact our Mana Ake team leader: joel.brittenden@yat.org.nz or 020 4177 0038.

Meet the Team – Finn Palmer

11th August 2021

Meet Finn! One of our Trainee Youth Workers here at YAT. Finn started his journey here coming to Rock Solid when he was in intermediate and is currently involved in Tamatāne, OSCAR, Surge, Holiday Programmes, Breakaway and mentoring. He loves his music, playing disc golf in the summer and Formula 1. Finn’s “why” behind what he does is simple to support our Eastside young people and whānau so they can succeed and better their own expectations of themselves. “Growing up in this place my leaders were and still are a great support for me and motivate me to be bettering myself each day. I want to give our young people the same support that I have received in my time here at YAT”.

Tū Manawa Multi Sport

5th August 2021

Fun & Free activity for the kids on Sunday afternoon: Tū Manawa Multi Sport from 12 noon – 4pm at Hagley Park at the Christchurch Netball Centre

This is a completely free event and with a free sausage sizzle and fruit station. Children aged between 5 and 17 years can participate in 4 different sports – Netball, Ki o Rahi, Futsal and Skateboarding. Parents are also welcome. You can register here: https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/163555, but you’re also welcome to turn up on the day.

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