Koroua & Kuia Service

What the service is about

  • A professional service with a tikanga Māori approach that introduces people aged 50 years and over to healthier lifestyles by providing a range of educational seminars and physical activities.

 

A look into the service

  • We are a mobile service and do home visits.
  • On occasions we may be able to provide transport to educational workshops or activities.
  • This service can have a beneficial impact on your health and wellbeing by:
    • Assessment and identification of health needs and planning.
    • Monitoring and evaluating progress.
    • Support and advocacy improving social connectedness.
  • Education and awareness programs covering:
    • Asthma.
    • Nutrition.
    • Diabetes.
    • Breast and cervical screening.
  • Promoting and maintaining fitness and mobility.

 

Who might benefit from the service

  • People who are 50 years and over and living in South Waikato and Matamata.

 

To gain access to the service

  • You can ask to be referred by your GP.
  • Self-referral by walking in and making enquiries at Raukawa Charitable Trust offices in Tokoroa, Putaruru, Te Awamutu and Matamata.
  • Free phone 0800 728 5292.