INTEGRATING MENTAL HEALTH INTO THE COMMUNITY
Te Whakauru i te Hauora Hinengaro ki roto i te Hapori
Integrating mental health into the community
OUR MISSION
Management and staff at Pūkeko Blue Ltd are committed to delivering consistently high standards of care for our Service Users in an environment of respect, dignity, compassion, safety and skill.
We strive to achieve an optimum state of wellness, recovery, stimulation, independence, interdependence, comfort and happiness for each of the Residents in our care.
Quality of care is achieved by implementing effective systems and standards to identify and monitor care needs to ensure the best outcomes for every individual and to continually find better ways of doing things in accordance with recognised best practices.
We seek to continually enhance our service to be a centre of excellence for quality, individualised care within our community.
experienced & trained staff
All our community houses have a Support Lead who has achieved or are working towards a level 4 Health & Wellbeing qualification or becoming an Enrolled Nurse.
24/7 care
We have 8 Registered Nurses who are all assigned to a house, and all people in our care are supported by 2x on-call Nurses and visited daily by one of the RNs.
mental health
We have 10 houses across Canterbury that house people with a Mental Health Diagnosis.
intellectual disability
We have 12 houses across Canterbury that house people with an Intellectual Disability.
success stories
Sarah's Journey to Independence: Sarah, diagnosed with severe anxiety and depression, had been in a residential mental health service for several years. Through consistent therapy, skill-building programs, and support in managing her symptoms, Sarah gained confidence in her ability to handle day-to-day challenges. After a tailored discharge plan that included community-based support services, Sarah moved into her own apartment. With the help of her case manager, she developed a routine that included attending job readiness workshops and social groups. Today, Sarah works part-time at a local café, enjoys a fulfilling social life, and is an advocate for mental health awareness, sharing her story to inspire others.
Mark's Transformation: Mark, who struggled with schizophrenia, spent several years in a mental health facility. Over time, through a combination of medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy, and life skills training, he showed steady improvement. With the encouragement of his support team, Mark expressed a desire to move into his own home. After successfully transitioning into an independent living program, Mark now manages his finances, maintains his apartment, and engages in his local community. He participates in a peer support group, helping others with similar experiences, and is living a stable, meaningful life.