People for Us
People for Us is a peer visiting service that visits disabled adults and tāngata whaikaha Māori who live in homes funded by Disability Support Services to find out if they are:
- living a good life
- getting good support
- safe.
Why was People for Us set up?
There has not been enough support or checks on disabled people in their homes. This has made it easier for abuse to happen.
People for Us is set up to listen to disabled people who might be most at risk.
What happens at the visit?
Our team is made up of disabled people who are trained to visit disabled people.
We spend time getting to know each person, listening to what matters to them, and work alongside disabled people, families, whānau, and services to support positive change and better outcomes.
We will work with the disabled person and others to assist them to feel safe and heard.
Make a referral
If you would like us to visit someone you know, or a family member, you can make a referral:
- Website: peopleforus.org.nz
- Phone: 0800 241 241
For more information you can visit our website. https://peopleforus.org.nz/
People for Us has a Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy to support the safety and wellbeing of the people we visit.