What we do
Led by the Wise Group Trust Board each entity in the Wise Group whānau was created by the group to respond to an identified need or systems gap in the delivery of mental health, addiction and wellbeing services in the community. What sets us apart is our ability to work collaboratively and courageously, sharing knowledge and expertise across the many areas in which we operate. At the heart of everything we do is a deep belief in social justice and equity, backed by an absolute passion and desire to improve people’s lives, every day, everywhere. We are a whānau of community organisations operating across Aotearoa New Zealand, employing over 1,500 people who share a passion and determination to make a difference. The Wise Trust was created in 1989 – but we weren’t called the Wise Trust back then. We had one organisation, one employee and a dream to help people with mental illness live happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives. At the Wise Group, we understand that to achieve equity for all, and in particular people experiencing mental health and addiction challenges, we must listen deeply to understand and meet the needs of local communities, whānau and the people who engage with our services. Together, we can create a world where everyone has access to the support they need to live well and realise their potential.
Overview of our offering
- Mental health and addiction services: Providing community-based support through entities like Pathways and Real, focusing on holistic wellbeing and recovery.
- Employment support: Assisting individuals facing personal or health challenges in finding and maintaining employment via Workwise, recognising the role of meaningful work in overall wellbeing.
- Education and training: Delivering mental health and addiction training through Blueprint for Learning, aimed at workforce development and community education.
- Workforce development: Enhancing the performance of mental health, addiction, and disability services through initiatives led by Te Pou, providing resources, tools, and support.
- Housing and homelessness services: Addressing homelessness and providing housing solutions through The People’s Project and LinkPeople, ensuring access to stable homes and necessary support services.
- Violence prevention: Educating and supporting Pacific communities to achieve the best health and wellbeing outcomes through Le Va, including initiatives focused on violence prevention.
- Research and data insights: Conducting research and providing data insights to inform practices and policies, contributing to the continuous improvement of mental health and wellbeing services.
- Information services and software development: Offering client management systems like Recordbase through Wild Bamboo, enabling community organisations to manage client information efficiently.
- Community wellbeing initiatives: Implementing programmes such as 'Here to help u', providing easy access to a wide range of free wellbeing support services for individuals and whānau.
- Business support: Delivering comprehensive business services and solutions to Wise Group entities through Wise Management Services, including finance, information services, property management, and more.
- Specialist dementia care: Providing specialist dementia care in the Feilding community through Westella, supporting individuals to live full and connected lives in a home-like environment.
Target customer: Individuals and families in need of mental health, addiction, housing, and employment support; healthcare providers; community organisations.