How we've helped
Diane’s story
Diane Crowe has served whānau in the local community for many years, both through her work with Iosis and as a member of Manurewa Baptist Church. As is the case with many Iosis staff, Diane’s work is an extension of her faith. Diane’s involvement with Iosis began in 1994 when she…
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...
Luana’s story
Luana longs to be a positive influence in her sons’ lives—the kind of role model she lacked growing up. She shares how counselling with Iosis has helped her on that path. Luana initially...
Stacy’s story
Stacy, in her early 30s, is mum to five children. She has overcome a lot to have them back in her life, after a period when four of them were in foster care....
