A man wearing a black wetsuit and holding a surfboard.
Helping Rangatahi Thrive in Adulthood

Transition Support Service

The Transition Support Service is here to guide rangatahi as they move from state care or youth justice placements into adulthood. We provide trusted relationships, cultural identity support, and practical life skills to ensure they have the foundation to succeed independently.

Who We Support:

  • Ages 16-21 – Rangatahi who have spent at least three continuous months in care or youth justice placements after age 14 years and 9 months.
  • Independent & Connected Rangatahi – We support those living independently and those maintaining whānau ties.
Service available at:
 Dunedin

How We Support Rangatahi

A woman in a white shirt is reading a paper.

Relationship-Based Support

  • Culturally aware workers who respect and enhance rangatahi mana.
  • Trusted relationships that foster stability and growth.
A man wearing a black shirt and smiling.

Practical & Emotional Guidance

  • Life skills training to navigate adulthood confidently.
  • Strengthening whānau, hapū, and iwi connections.
A woman wearing a blue shirt is sitting down.

Advice & Assistance

  • Ensuring rangatahi know their entitlements and can access them easily.
  • Supporting informed decision-making for their future.
A man wearing a striped apron and a name tag.

A Supportive Workforce

  • Dedicated professionals who will provide consistent support to rangatahi
  • Commitment to fostering independence and well-being.
A woman with blonde hair and a white shirt sitting on a bench.

Safe & Stable Housing

  • Assistance in finding housing that suits their needs.
  • Support to maintain a stable and secure living situation.

Learn more about our Housing Support Service and Supported Accomodation service here

Two women with tattoos and one wearing a white tank top.

Connecting to Services

  • Direct links to education, employment, health, and housing support.
  • Helping rangatahi access the right resources when they need them.
Four women pose for a picture, with one of them wearing a blue shirt.

Transition Outcomes:

We strive to achieve key milestones for rangatahi:
  • Safe and stable living arrangements
  • Life skills for independence
  • Access to healthcare and trauma recovery
  • Trusted relationships and cultural connections
  • Engagement in education, employment, or volunteering
  • Reducing disparities for tamariki Māori
  • Rangatahi feeling heard, valued, and understood

Learn More

Find out more about how we support rangatahi on their journey to independence.

Transition Support ServiceContact Us

Manage My Health

Book and Manage Appointments Online Patients can register for Manage My Health to:

Log In to Manage My Health
Book Appointments Online
View Health Records
Manage Your Prescriptions

Explore our All Services

For additional support, check out our full range of medical and social services.

see all medical servicessee all social services