Family, Whanau and Disability
Family, Whanau and Disability
36. Takiwatanga Sanctuary
Research and co-ordination: Lisa Pirihi
Presenters: Louise Ratcliffe and David Taylor
Produced by Louise Ratcliffe with help from Wintec Music and Performing Arts
Guests
Steve Brown – ex chef, therapist with expertise in disability and autism
Phil Brown – mental health nurse
Programme Synopsis
- David and Louise talk to Steve and Phil about the work they do for families of children with autism, at the animal sanctuary in the Waikato
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Discussion topics cover a range of subjects related to disability and special needs, such as inclusive education, supporting someone with special needs, and the challenges and triumphs of living with disability.
Links
- Takiwatanga Sanctuary Trust
- Animal Welfare Organisations & Charities
- Otorohanga Waikato 3975
- Parent to Parent New Zealand Inc
- Altogether Autism
- Care Matters or 0508 236 236 freephone service for carers
- Mana Whaikaha – MidCentral only