Support someone
Be present and available to sit with, listen, and exchange stories, with empathy and compassion.
If you would like to do your part in helping support someone in our community reaching out during their challenging time, then partnering with us as a volunteer is right for you.
To be a volunteer with us all it takes is willingness, as you reflect on your own experiences of overcoming challenges, sharing your strength and hope, to connect with and support someone in need.
You are not asked to give advice or to try 'fix' someone. We do ask that you simply remain non-judgemental and like a compassionate and curious friend.
Our core aim is to esteem the person we are walking beside, showing them that they are not alone. This can be enough to save a life.
As a Hoa Haere volunteer you will be expected to be available for an hour or so each week to talk or message with Whaiora.
You will be expected to complete some basic online training with us and we recommend you complete Lifekeepers training which can be found at www.lifekeepers.nz.
Presently, all support will be delivered by Facebook Messenger Chat, where you can exchange messages, call, and video chat.
To be a Hoa Haere all it takes is willingness, as you reflect on your own experiences of overcoming challenges, sharing your strength and hope, to connect with and support Whaiora.