Thank you for your incredible generosity during our recent tax appeal.
In the February and March campaign, we told you all about the power of playgroups. Community services like these are lifelines for many whānau who need to connect with other caregivers just as much as their tamariki need to learn through play.
Your support meant that we raised nearly $80k. This means that Community Services Coordinators like Alana, who you may remember from our letter or online, can run educational, enriching groups while also providing adults with the opportunity to build friendships, or be referred to relevant Plunket kaimahi to help them with other needs and wrap them in care and support.
You might remember that Alana had help from her son, Bryan, to make playgroup super fun and entertaining. Well in February, Alana and her family welcomed a second baby to their brood – wee Harvey! “Harvey has had his first Plunket appointment, which was awesome,” gushes Alana. “The nurse was lovely and thorough. It was helpful that she came to us because it is difficult to get out the door on time for a set appointment around feeds, naps and nappy changes!” But she’s definitely keen to get back to playgroup as soon as possible! “Harvey will come to Papatoetoe and Manukau playgroups with me!”
So if you happen to attend either of those playgroups, keep your eyes peeled in the coming months for a very cute new face. And from Alana, Harvey, Bryan, and everyone here at Plunket – thank you so much for your support.
