Te Ara Mārama
Te Ara Mārama is a free six-month programme specifically designed for Young Carers between the ages of 12-24 years old who are struggling with their mental health, to keep up or stay in school or course, or are feeling lost and are unsure of what they want to do.
Te Ara Mārama is a journey from te pō to te ao mārama by helping young carers to see the light inside themselves and opening them up to the endless opportunities. With us young carers build their confidence to reach their goals and discover their true path.
Te Ara Mārama Journey
Camp
Respite & develop connections
The programme begins with a three-day camp where we build relationships and trust with young carers, help them to understand they are important and not alone, and begin their holistic healing journeys. Camp is safe space where young carers build bonds and develop a sense of belonging with others who understand. Camp includes:
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Mental Health seminar
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Fun activities
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Safe space where they can be themselves
Aspirational Pathways
Supporting their dreams
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Education support: supporting young carers to remain in school by increasing awareness of the role of young caring in schools and providing tutoring to those with irregular school attendance that is beyond their control or who are struggling to keep up with classes.
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Aspiration plans: Development of individualised plans for each young carer based on their aspirations (courses, training, employment, or volunteer opportunities), including enrolment assistance.
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Career mentoring and work experience
Holistic Healing
Holistic healing is the foundation of Unseen Heroes. Young Carers will be put into groups and will attend weekly zoom healing sessions with our holistic healer, Char. She will teach them tools and work with them to develop the following:
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Self-worth & self-love
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Self-confidence
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Resilience
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Coping mechanisms for anxiety
Mental Health Support
Accepting new enrolments
Fill in the form to enroll in the Te Ara Mārama Programme starting:
January 2025