SIAOLA - Vahefonua Tonga Methodist Mission

636 Great South Road, Ellerslie, Auckland

Contact Details

Phone (09) 600 2662
Email info@siaola.org.nz

Street Address

636 Great South Road
Ellerslie
Auckland 1051

Description

(SIAOLA) is a Social Service committed to empowering, strengthening and supporting Tongan families to thrive, be successful and safe.

Our Family Support Service involves:

  • Famili Vā Lelei: Family Wellbeing Programmes which address family violence and child abuse
  • Family Wellbeing Navigators: Social service support for vulnerable families 
  • Strengthening Youth and their Families: The clinic team are focussed on supporting young boys and their families to be resilient and to strengthen their home lives to counter being exposed to at risk and dangerous environments.
  • Drivers Licensing Programme: The licensing team support individuals that needs learners, restricted or full licence. Workshop and driving lessons available with the team. 

Other services we provide: 

  • Education
  • Financial Support
  • Health
  • Bilingualism

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Hours

Mon – Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Public Holidays: Closed King's Birthday (3 Jun), Matariki (28 Jun), Labour Day (28 Oct), Auckland Anniversary (27 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr).

Languages Spoken

English, Tongan, Mandarin Chinese, Samoan

Services Provided

Abuse and violence support
Budgeting and help with debt
Education and training
Pacific People
Wellness / healthy lifestyle
Advocacy

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, Assistance to move around, More space to move around

Additional Details

Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Child / Tamariki friendly, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine, Speak with men / tane, LGBTQIA+ friendly

Parking

Parking available outside our building.

Region

Central Auckland

Website


https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/community-health-and-social-services/social/siaola-vahefonua-tonga-methodist-mission/