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Hōkai Rangi

Hōkai Rangi represents a new strategic direction for the Department of Corrections, focusing on collaboration with the community and whānau. This initiative builds on existing community strengths and addresses the chronic housing needs of vulnerable prison populations.

As the home of Hōkai Rangi and Housing First, He Korowai Trust works alongside the Department of Corrections to safely transition Māori from prison back into their community of choice, offering essential support for successful reintegration.

Hōkai Rangi provides ongoing rehabilitative care in the community to prevent homelessness and reduce reoffending. This support includes, but is not limited to, programme planning, counselling, whānau reconnection, and continuous intervention to ensure individuals return safely to their whānau.

At Hōkai Rangi, we prioritize collaboration and innovation. We work together to explore new solutions, aiming for better outcomes for Māori and their whānau, and improving their reintegration into the community.

We aim to combine the Housing First and Hōkai Rangi initiatives into one cohesive program. This program will address chronic homelessness and provide sustainable solutions for individuals transitioning out of prison. Our approach supports long-term success and stability for participants.

Any government ministry, community agency, or Iwi can make referrals to Hōkai Rangi. The staff member who completes the referral will act as an advocate during the safety needs assessment process. Referrals may take up to three days to process, and we may request additional information to complete the assessment.

The cost of Hōkai Rangi accommodation and support ranges from $175.00 to $220.00 per week. Additionally, there is a $15.00 weekly linen and washing cost per person.

Who is involved?

A consortium of Tai Tokerau Māori and Iwi housing providers who have teamed up, including Te Hau Ora O Ngāpuhi, Ngāti Hine Health & Social services (Mid North), Te Rūnanga O Whaingaroa and He Korowai Trust (Far North). They collaboratively work together to:
• Make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in Northland; and
• Develop and improve the quality of life for those people experiencing homelessness.

WHO ELSE IS INVOLVED?
We know there are many reasons for chronic homelessness. Sadly, we all have whānau who will end up in unfortunate situations. We are all responsible for caring and looking after each other.