Thames Valley Tangata Ora Trust

24/03/2026

Tangata Ora Trust is closing permanently as of 31st March 2026
We thank everyone for their support over the past 9 years

10/03/2026

“End of an Era” - The Thames Valley Tangata Ora Trust is a social enterprise, located opposite the Thames Hospital. For the last 9 years we have been providing services such as advice and information and the sale and hire of mobility equipment and daily living aids to our local communities at affordable prices. Any income from sales have helped to fund our operational costs and support/advocacy services - to help people navigate WINZ/ MSD, and Health & Disability services/processes and entitlements, as well as support to apply for individual funding for mobility scooters and Total Mobility Scheme assessments.

Community funding agencies have provided essential support by way of grants for general operational costs. Sadly, more of our applications to funders have been declined recently due to the general economic downturn - ironically, the reason why our services continue to be in demand; difficulties replacing/recruiting board members and volunteers.

Unfortunately, this means we are now on a timeframe to permanent closure as our operations are becoming unsustainable. We will be closing on 31 March 2026, and the Trust will be 'wound down' according to the process required by the Charities Commission.

The Manager and Board would like to pass on our heartfelt thanks for the support we have had from our local communities over the last 9 years since Tangata Ora Trust was established in 2017. We would especially like to thank our Patron, Bill van Dammen, who has dedicated his support for those 9 years; our past Trustees; Lena Fisher who has been with us since the beginning, and Helene White, who has dedicated at least 6 years to us as a volunteer.

As there are no other similar services that we are aware of, providing mobility equipment on the Coromandel Peninsula and Hauraki districts we suggest contacting the Mobility Centre in Hamilton or Tauranga. For anyone wanting to access the Total Mobility Scheme assessments please contact Age Concern. Our final open day will be Thursday 26th March”.

CLOSING DOWN SALE! Nothing over $50 and many items FREE!
We are open 10-1 Mon-Thurs
Ph: 07 8687723 for more information

01/12/2025

Ever wondered if Tai Chi is for you?

Tai Chi Walking provides an introduction to Tai Chi

Starting tomorrow, this introduction covers the basics of Tai Chi walking, a taste of the ancient masterful art, and an opportunity to naturally flow into our Tai Chi program recommencing in January.

Tai Chi Walking classes:
Weds 3 December - 7AM
Weds 10 December - 7AM
Weds 17th December - 7AM

Tangata Ora garden, 607 MacKay street, Thames.

Beginning with Warm-up and Standing, followed by TaiChi walking.

The focus of this 3 week foundational course is to explore our perfect equilibrium and establish active movement in a gentle healing way.

Daniel Judd
0220705081
Ph/txt for more information.

Recent new student commented after the first class “I feel an uplift of energy, less heavy in the joints and lighter on my feet”

Results are immediate, you have nothing to lose.

11/11/2025

Please support our Village Press Oil fundraiser. Orders need to be in by 27th November.

06/10/2025

28/09/2025

Treasurer wanted. We are a registered Charitable Trust based opposite Thames hospital and our services include sale & hire of mobility equipment and daily living aids, Support & advocacy for WINZ, Health & Disability and more. We are looking for a person to volunteer on our board to oversee the accounts. The position requires approximately 3-5 hours per month. Requirements are that you know how to use the Xero accounting system, and it includes a small amount of IRD input for wages for one paid part time Managers position. The board meets approximately 8 times per year, and the Treasurer reports to the board at the meetings. This is a volunteer position, and we are a very cohesive team who are passionate about the success of Tangata Ora Trust and the people we serve. To find out more please email the centre Manager at [email protected] or phone 07 8687723 between the hours of 10am – 1pm Monday to Thursday.

10/09/2025

Back at the Thames Valley Tangata Ora Disability Centre, 607 Mackay St, Thames (opposite hospital)

Traditional Eastern Medicine (acupuncture, cupping, heat therapy), Tai Chi, Rongoa and Health Advice.

Independent Practitioner Daniel Judd, 4 years Full-time study, NZQA Diploma, 25 years in private practice.

I am at the Centre Monday, Tuesday and Friday. Text 0220705081 for appointment.