Neroli and Adam, from Evolve Peer Support, share insights into their growing range of services designed to help those experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, and more. Neroli and Adam speak passionately about their experiences. Adam highlights his inspiring work as a facilitator. Kate reflects on the powerful and unique support that peers offer, and Royce shares his journey of anxiety, depression and peer support.
Colleen and Josiah, from Brain Injury Waikato, discuss brain injuries and how to access information and support that aids recovery. Royce is taken aback by the stats that highlight this important health topic, and gets excited about the free Peer Support training coming very soon. Learn how you can become a force for good in the community by accesssing this incredible training.
Scotty and Denver discuss their incredible roles as Volunteer Fire Fighters in Ngaruawahia. Kate considers joining the Brigade. Royce is surprised by the sheer size of the territory covered. Learn about the different roles you can volunteer for. And Scotty and Denver share their top fire safety tips.
Phil and Mike, managers of FreeFM, discuss how community radio champions the ideal of a voice by the people for the people. Learn how you can start your own podcast with the support of FreeFM. And Kate speaks from the heart about her gratitude to the entire FreeFM team.
Kate talks about her field trip to the new NZ Blood Service donor centre in Hamilton. Kate and Scott donate some plasma. Dani explains about platelets and their vital importance. And Mikyla shares her thoughts on what it is like to be a recipient and how that inspired her to change her career path. Part 2 of 2.
Scott, Donor Relations Co-ordinator for the NZ Blood Service, reveals the true heroes of the service and how they impact countless lives. Scott also explains the urgent need for plasma donors and Kate makes plans for her contribution to the plasma cause. Part 1 of 2.
Neil, manager of the Western Community Centre, explores the ways in which the centre has fostered connection and support for locals. Something this Hamilton icon has been doing for over four decades.
Nic, one of the managers of Habitat for Humanity, discusses op shops, rental housing and home ownership. Hear Nic tell the intriguing story of how and why this international organisation was founded.
Kelli Pike, one of the managers at Go Eco, talks about the passion and politics that goes into promoting and protecting the environment. Listen to the history and evolution of a remarkable agency making a difference on multiple fronts.
Rou and Nei, managers of Glenview Community Centre, talk about how food and culture play a large part in bringing a diverse neighbourhood closer than ever before. Hear how this community centre at the gateway to Hamilton is collaborating with other agencies to bring services to one of the fastest growing parts of Hamilton.
Rob, manager of Waimarie Community House, talks about the challenges and triumphs of running a community house in heart of Hamilton East. Hear how their mission to promote manaakitanga is central to all that they do and the amazing impacts this has on those who go there.
Psalms, manager of Pivot Bail House, talks about the challenges and triumphs of running a bail house with a focus on Pasifika culture. Hear stories of those who reside there and their journeys of hope.