AWHI Healthy Homes Initiative
He kāinga ora, he tīmatanga pai
Healthy homes give tamariki the best start in life
Many illnesses, including acute rheumatic fever and respiratory tract infections, are linked to poorly ventilated, cold, damp and overcrowded homes. These illnesses particularly affect tamariki. Whānau who live in healthy homes are less likely to be exposed to these preventable illnesses.
AWHI is a free initiative that works to improve housing conditions for whānau in South Auckland and Waikato.
At the heart of the AWHI programme is equipping whānau with the skills, confidence and knowledge to create homes that are healthy, safe, warm and dry. The AWHI team achieves this by connecting whānau with local service and community providers who offer assistance ranging from minor repairs, access to resources like bedding, curtains and heaters to providing advice, support and education.
AWHI makes a difference to the hauora of whānau in South Auckland and Waikato. The programme has successfully contributed to decreased hospitalisations for respiratory tract illness with whānau themselves reporting less sickness in their homes overall.
“Thank you for our beds, we love them!”
AWHI fact file
Where is AWHI located?
The AWHI programme provides service to whānau in the South Auckland and Waikato regions. See where AWHI operates.
Do whānau have to be enrolled with a National Hauora Coalition general practice?
No.
What is the eligible age-range for the AWHI programme?
Whānau who live in homes with tamariki and/or rangitahi between the ages of 0-19 may be eligible for the AWHI programme. Hapū māmā (pregnant mothers) may also be eligible.
AWHI has recently expanded to include older Pacific peoples and their families in Counties Manukau, who suffer from chronic health conditions (Ambulatory Sensitive Hospitalisation (ASH) condition such as pneumonia, bronchiolitis, rheumatic fever or meningitis).
How do whānau access the AWHI programme?
Whānau can access AWHI by being referred to us by a hospital, general practice, midwife, supplier (such as Habitat for Humanity), or they can refer themselves by getting in touch directly. Whānau can also refer other whānau.
AWHI Tāmaki Makarau on Facebook
AWHI Healthy Homes
AWHI is a free service within the National Hauora Coalition who aims to support whānau
Pneumonia can hit hard - especially for our pēpi, kaumātua, and those living in cold, damp homes. In Aotearoa, Pacific families are more likely to be affected, but it doesn’t have to be this way.
Through the Pacific Healthy Homes initiative, we’re working together to create warm, dry, and safe spaces where our whānau can breathe easy and thrive. Because every home should be a place of healing, not harm.
If you have Pneumonia, are 45+, living in South Auckland with a Copmmunity Services Card and either live in your own home, private rental or Kainga Ora, reach out and let's have a chat!
☎️ 0800 100 AWHI
📧 referrals@awhi.co.nz
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This is what the Pacific Healthy Homes Initiative is all about! Helping Pasifika families live in dry, healthier and safer homes. 🏠
Curtains can do more than just match the couch they can warm up your whole home! It might seem like a small change, but for many families, it’s a big step towards a healthier home.
Through the Pacific Healthy Homes Initiative, families like yours are getting the support they need to create safer, healthier living spaces and YOU could too! If your home is feeling chilly and could use a little extra warmth, don’t be shy to reach out.
We’re here to help, not to judge. 🩵
☎ 0800 100 AWHI
📧 referrals@awhi.co.nz
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AWHI Waikato on Facebook
AWHI Waikato is a free service within the National Hauora Coalition who aims to support whānau to create warm, dry and healthy homes. Contact us to find out more!
All rentals must meet the Healthy Homes Standards by 1 July 2025. 0 CommentsComment on Facebook
AWHI Healthy Homes will be set up at the Waikato Secondary Schools Kapa Haka regionals this weekend, set up alongside the kai stalls! 0 CommentsComment on Facebook
AWHI WKO Healthy Homes
If you are unsure, reach out to the Tenancy Services for additional information and support.
More information here: www.tenancy.govt.nz/healthy-homes/
We will have some cool prizes up for grabs, so make sure to stop by and have a kōrero with our team around your housing needs 🏠🧼🌤️
Helpful links
Tāmaki Makaurau
Email us: referrals@awhi.co.nz
Visit our Tāmaki Makaurau AWHI Facebook page
Visit our Tāmaki Makaurau AWHI Instagram page
Waikato
Email our Waikato team: referralswko@awhi.co.nz
Visit our Waikato AWHI Facebook page
Visit our Waikato AWHI Instagram page