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Allies Aotearoa are offering free online training for disabled people and families.  Attendance is capped at 25 participants so it’s first in first served.  The upcoming training includes: Preparing for your next NASC Assessment 17th July 7.30pm to 8.30pm Introduction to Recruitment14th August 7.30pm to 8.30pm For more information and to register click here     

VisAble recently conducted a survey regarding Child to Parent Violence and Abuse.  The results are distressing but not surprising to many in the disability sector including of course parents themselves.  You can access the Summary of the report here     Key findings include: 92% of parents experience physical violence. 81% report the violence began before […]

VisAble supports a response to safeguard the rights, culture, identity, and wellbeing of tāngata and whānau whaikaha Māori, d/Deaf, tangata sa’ilimalo, neurodivergent people, disabled people, Adults at Risk, and their aīga-tele/families. Our CPVA Peer Support Group is for people who have experienced or are experiencing child to parent violence and abuse. This includes children who […]

22-25 August 2025 – Parent’s 3–night Respite Retreat in Rotorua:  Rest, Respite and Supportive Connection Bookings now open for a 3-night retreat focussed on deep rest, respite and supportive connection for parents who have disabled children (of any age). Individuals and couples welcome. Facilitated by Liz Weatherly, Self Compassion Coach, Reflexologist and Mindfulness Instructor. Dates: […]

Care Matters are running a parent/families workshop in New Plymouth on 25th June 9.30am to 2.30pm.  Click the link below for more information: Care Matters New Plymouth Flyer