Jan- May News 2025

Kia ora whānau,

As we move further into 2025, Shore Trust continues to grow stronger, thanks to the hard work and commitment of our team, residents, and families.

Shore Trust Highlights:

Community Engagement:
Our residents have been actively participating in local events, strengthening their connections within the community and celebrating inclusion. Our heart goes to Attainable staff and our residents who worked there, as the fire burnt almost all the facility and unfortunatly is not going to be open soon, our residents join the hui organised by attainable team to plan for a new start. With the wealth of resources and activity on Shore we found a music class for Tuesdays.  

Staff Development:
We continue to invest in professional development for our team, ensuring that staff have the latest skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality, person-centred support. Our new House leader started at Belmont and soon we have another new member taking over the house leader role in Nile Road house.

Facility Enhancements:
Recent upgrades to our homes have improved accessibility and comfort for our residents. We started the work on Nile road recreational room. Our new gardening project at Nile road is open to all.  These changes reflect our commitment to creating safe, welcoming environments where people can thrive

Sector Update:

We are expecting a bit of financial challenge as the Health Sector seems under pressure.

Pay Equity Advancements:
On 6 May 2025, the government announced important steps toward pay equity for disability support workers. This is a significant recognition of the vital role our workforce plays. (NZDSN source)

Leadership Appointment:
Shore Trust is a member of NZDSN and welcomes Debbie Hughes who has been appointed the new Chief Executive of the New Zealand Disability Support Network (NZDSN). Her experience in disability leadership and policy will guide the sector through future opportunities and challenges. (NZDSN source).

June 2025 will be the month for the Shore Trust survey, we use survey-monkey to learn about your feedback, you all will receive an email invite for participation. 

Together, we are making Shore Trust a place where people belong, grow, and feel valued.

Thank you all for your ongoing support, aroha, and commitment.

Nga mihi nui

Noori Zehab 

Manager, Shore Trust

On behalf of the Shore Trust team