How we've helped
Lily-Rose’s story
The Iosis Whānau Centre has not only helped Lily-Rose get clean, it has enabled her to keep her child and look forward to a better, happier life for her and her daughter. Sadly, Lily-Rose will be the last mother to graduate from the Iosis Whānau Centre, before it closes its doors…
Enabling safer outcomes for families
This recent police report concerning a family harm incident in South Auckland demonstrates the power of having a multi-disciplinary team working with our most vulnerable families. When Tania from Iosis stepped in, she...
Amanda’s story
Determined to become a better parent, Amanda has overcome a life of domestic violence, drug use and unhealthy relationships – and is planning a new life with her daughter – thanks to the...
Saanvi’s story
Saanvi* is a mother to two teenage girls, aged 18 and 13 years. Like many parents, family life became very challenging when her youngest daughter, Aisha*, began to spend more and more time...
Chip’s story
Chip describes himself as a ‘hands on’ sort of bloke, who likes nothing better than collecting and restoring old stuff. He recently emailed Iosis, to thank us for a programme he initially vehemently...
Jade’s story
Jade is a young mum with a creative streak and an interest in sports. In December 2022 she graduated from Iosis's Merivale Whānau Development Centre. She reflects on what life was like before...
Janelle’s story
Janelle* was a young mum in her early 20s when her debt journey began. She came to Iosis for help about two years later. By then, finance company loan and credit card interest...
