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The latest pānui
Poroporoaki (Farewell) and Celebration for Naomi Cowan MNZM
This month we farewell Naomi Cowan MNZM after 22 years of service to Equip. Ko te whaea. Ko te whaea o Equip. During her time as CEO, Naomi led with vision and grace, strengthening its effectiveness to transform the lives of so many in our community. Her contribution...
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 – Steps for Strength
Whether you’re a runner or just in it for the fun, join us to get active, give back and enjoy the community vibe!
Equip Board Announces the Appointment of new CEO
The Equip Board is very pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Douglas as the incoming CEO of Equip, commencing early December 2025. Michael replaces Naomi Cowan, who has been in the CEO role for 22 years. We are thrilled that Michael is bringing his wealth of...
The latest kōrero
How to set New Year’s Resolutions
I bet that ever since you were a kid, you’ve heard everyone around you talking about their New Year's resolutions. Someone wants to go to the gym every day, save money for that overseas holiday, buy a new car or quit smoking. It’s an age old tradition to set a New...
Sensory Modulation
To mark World Occupational Therapy Day (27 October), our kaimahi Karen and Jennifer both Occupational Therapists, hosted a sensory modulation information session for staff at HQ. The theme for this year’s World OT Day was “Occupational Therapy in Action”, and the...
Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 – Top Up Together in Aotearoa
ME ARO TONU / TAKE NOTICETUKUA / GIVEME KORI TONU / BE ACTIVEME WHAKAWHANAUNGA / CONNECTME AKO TONU / KEEP LEARNING Mental Health Awareness Week runs from 6 to 12 October 2025 and this year's theme, Top Up Together encourages us to bring the Five Ways to Wellbeing...
What’s on
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) – starts 10 Feb
Staying mentally and socially active helps people living with dementia, maintain usual activities and mental well-being for longer.
Family Connections Programme – starts 5 March
Training and support for people in a relationship with someone who struggles to regulate emotions.
Top Up Together – Our Voice Hui & BBQ
Let’s Top Up Together for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 Join Our Voice to top up together for Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 - an afternoon of kai, connection, and fun. When: Monday 6 October, 1.00pm Where: Windsor Park Baptist Church (Kōwhai Room) What: Hui...