Commitment
to Ti Tiriti
Honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Supporting Hauora Māori. At HBH, we are dedicated to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and embracing Aotearoa New Zealand’s multicultural society. To better meet the cultural needs of Māori in our aged care homes and the wider community, we have developed Hauora Māori (Māori wellness) standards.
These standards focus on:
- Building a community of care that fully integrates Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Defining what equity for Māori looks like in our services.
- Collaborating with Māori to identify the support services that best meet their needs.
Our approach is guided by the founding Te Tiriti principles of Partnership, Participation, and Protection, which are interwoven with our 10 Eden Alternative principles. Together, these frameworks uphold our pillars of Elders & Whānau, Community, and Staff, supported by the Māori values of:
- Te Taha Wairua (spiritual well-being),
- Te Taha Hinengaro (mental and emotional well-being),
- Te Taha Tinana (physical well-being), and
- Te Taha Whānau (family and social well-being).
A Collaborative Approach to Tikanga Māori
At the heart of our cultural initiatives is the Te Ao Māori Group, which includes both staff and residents. This group works to embed Tikanga Māori into everyday life at HBH by:
- Organising bi-annual Pōwhiri and Matariki celebrations, creating moments of connection and belonging for all.
- Guiding cultural practices and encouraging meaningful engagement with Māori traditions.
Our strong partnership with Owairoa Marae is a cornerstone of our Te Tiriti
journey, providing guidance and deepening relationships within the local Māori community. This collaboration ensures our efforts remain authentic and impactful.
Recognised Commitment to Te Tiriti
HBH’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi has been recognised by the Ministry of Health audit, which commended our progress and dedication to this journey. Initiatives like the Te Ao Māori Group and our focus on Hauora Māori standards reflect a genuine effort to deliver culturally inclusive care. By fostering intergenerational connections—welcoming school students, kindergartens, and young whānau visitors—we create an environment where shared experiences enrich the lives of both residents and the wider community. These interactions embody the values of manaakitanga (hospitality) and whakawhanaungatanga (building relationships), ensuring our community thrives together.
