Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights
The Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights (the Code) establishes the rights of consumers, and the obligations and duties of providers to comply with the Code.
What is Active Families?
Active Families assists whānau who want to make healthier lifestyle changes or are currently sedentary to become more active, gain nutrition knowledge and become involved in
Active Families aims to improve families’ attitudes toward physical activity through fun physical activity experiences, introduce them to healthy food options, and teach them to make healthy food choices.
Criteria
- Aged 5 – 12 years
- Geographical boundaries: West Auckland, North Shore, Rodney and Hibiscus Coast.
- Available to attend activity sessions in either Hillcrest, Henderson or Orewa.
- Currently inactive (less than 5 hours per week).
- Have a stable medical/ mental condition that could benefit from
regular physical activity. - Family is ready to make changes to their lifestyle and consents to being referred.
Referrals can be by self-referral, via your general practice team (doctor or practice nurse), or by any other health professional.
Term One Dates 2024
- West: Tuesday 7th February – Tuesday 4th April
- Coast: Wednesday 8th February – Wednesday 5th April
- North: Wednesday 8th February – Wednesday 5th April
Locations
Active Families West:
Tuesdays, 5:30pm- 6:30pm
West Wave Rec Center
POSTPONED UNTIL TERM 2
Active Families Coast:
Wednesdays, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Orewa Sea Scout Hall
Active Families North:
Wednesday 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Transformation Academy Northcote
What Our Families Say
“When we started to come along, Jaydn fell in love with the program and really kept the energy up for going along. It’s been a fun way to get our bodies moving and to learn about the right eating” Holz Whānau
“Finding the time and motivation to do something active and fun that both kids enjoy is our huge challenge” MC Family
Alternately health professionals such as GP’s, Pediatricians or Practice Nurses can refer you, just ask your doctor for more information.
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