Educarents collaborates with other organisations
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Oranga Tamariki - Ministry for Children

Oranga Tamariki is the government department dedicated to children's welfare. https://www.orangatamariki.govt.nz/
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Work and Income

Work and Income is a government agency that provides financial assistance to all New Zealanders, including help with childcare and accommodation costs.  To see if your family qualify's for any Work and Income subsidies visit https://www.workandincome.govt.nz/

​Families Commission

The families commission has a fantastic parenting website with information, advice and links to resources on important issues faced by New Zealand parents and whānau.  ​www.familiescommission.org.nz/parenting
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The Parenting Place

The parenting place is New Zealand’s largest parenting organisation providing training, coaching and resources.   https://www.theparentingplace.com/

Centre for Attachment       

A New Zealand-based agency dedicated to providing support, education and training on optimal child development and attachment.  www.centreforattachment.com

Playcentre

Playcentre provides early childhood education for children as well as support and educational opportunities for parents.   Playcentres are run co-operatively by whanau/parents, the half day learning sessions emphasise child initiated play and the importance of whānau/families as first and most important educators of their children.
To find out more including how to join your local Playcentre visit www.playcentre.org.nz

Parents Centre

Parents centre has 50 centres providing parent support and educational programmes around the country.
www.parentscentre.org.nz

Strategies with Kids - Information for Parents

SKIP is a government-funded initiative that supports parents and whānau to manage children in a positive way, as part of a loving, nurturing relationship.  For information and resources visit www.skip.org.nz