A place to grow together
At Rongopai House Community Trust, māmā can build the skills and confidence to care for their pēpi and themselves. Guided by the belief that strong parents raise strong tamariki, we offer real-life support grounded in aroha, community and practical help.
Support that feels like whānau
Here, you’ll find more than just services, you’ll find people who listen, care and walk alongside you. Whether you’re here for a cuppa, a parenting course or just a break, Rongopai House is built on:
At the heart of it all: Māmā and Pēpi
Our mahi focuses on the special connection between māmā and their pēpi. Everything we offer - from kai and care packs to emotional and practical support - is designed to strengthen that bond and nurture positive change.
Our Free programmes
All of our programmes are free, trauma-informed and culturally relevant. They take place in a warm, home-like space where you can come as you are and leave feeling stronger.
Programmes
Feed My lambs
Connect and grow with your pēpi
Feed My Lambs
Our main wellbeing programme for māmā, held twice a week.
- Emotional and peer support
- Life-skills education
- Shared kai
- Care packs with nappies, formula and hygiene essentials
- Tamariki Time: play-based learning for your pēpi alongside the sessions
Led by our Whānau Coach, a registered mental health nurse, with support from Parenting Place, Ngāti Hine Trust and Plunket
Programmes
Parenting Courses
Learn practical skills for raising tamariki
Building Awesome Whānau
For parents raising tamariki aged 2-13. Building Awesome Whānau is full of practical ideas and encouraging stories to equip and empower māmā to make their dreams for whānau become a reality.
Programmes
Life Skills
Everyday tools for cooking, budgeting and home life
Life Skills
A 7-week course covering:
- Budgeting and stretching your dollar
- Cooking healthy kai on a budget
- Healthy relationships and communication
- Home management and self-care
Getting on Top of your Money
One-on-one support for māmā and whānau facing financial hardship.
- Budgeting help
- CAP debt solutions
- Building financial capability for the future
Support
Tamariki Fun & Learning
Music and play to help tamariki grow
Tamariki Time
Offered alongside Feed My Lambs, this creative learning and play space gives pēpi a safe, loving environment to grow while caregivers engage in their own learning just next door.
Mainly Music
A fun weekly music and movement session for tamariki and their caregivers.
- Promotes language, imagination, motor skills and social development
- Followed by Kai and connection
- Great for babies, toddlers and preschoolers
Playgroup
A weekly, drop-in space for caregivers and tamariki to connect, explore and just be.
- Safe indoor and outdoor play
- Social connection
- No cost, no pressure
Support
Wraparound Support
Personalised Guidance
One-on-One Whānau Support
We offer personalised support when you need it most. Whether you’re facing hardship, navigating a crisis, or working on long-term goals, we’re here to walk alongside you.
Wraparound and Community Support
We work in close partnership with a wide range of local and national organisations to ensure whānau receive the support they need.
Kia ora, I’d like to join a programme
Please contact me with further details.
