May 15, 2023
Mental health support for Tairawhiti tamariki
Te Mana Ake mental health and wellbeing support programme is being extended to Hawke’s Bay and Tairāwhiti primary and intermediate schools.
Mana Ake was initially developed in response to the Christchurch quakes.
Health Minister Ayesha Verrall says mental health impacts emerge over time after disasters, and demand for various services will change over the next 6 to 12 months.
The week’s budget will also include extra funding for the area to cover health workforce relief, more access to virtual GP and health consultations, air and road transport so isolated communities can get to the care they need, and direct funding for Iwi and Māori health partners.