Our partners.
Learn more about our partnership with New Zealand Spinal Trust
NZ Spinal Trust has been supporting the Spinal Cord Impaired (SCI) community for over 30 years through:
Peer & Whānau Support (PWS) (both in-patient and in-community),
Return to Work Support
Information and training through the Resource Centre.
We support people who have sustained an SCI through injury or illness (ACC or TWO clients), as well as their whānau.
Over 230 new people go through the Spinal Units each year. Our support starts as they arrive at the Unit (in both Auckland and Christchurch), continuing throughout their stay and as they return to their home community. We keep contact with 'wheelies' and walkers for as long as they want – in person, through email, Facebook, Zoom - varying from years between contacts to a weekly catch-up.
Our front-of-house team have hands-on support from our Admin Team - all crucial to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients.
“To wake up in a hospital bed, surrounded by medical staff, and be told you have broken your back or neck is a truly life changing moment. NZST’s role is to show that although your life has changed, it certainly isn’t over. Our team supports patients and whānau as they navigate their new pathway and learn to live a positive life.
And just as our clients find this journey easier with support, our team finds it easier with the support of our partners. Without the awesome, practical support of partners like Milner Mobility, we’d struggle to be there for our community. It takes a village …”
Learn more about our partnership with Halberg Foundation
The Halberg Foundation is excited to announce a new partnership with Milner Mobility, a leading provider of mobility vehicles in New Zealand. This collaboration – which will see the organisation become a partner of the annual Halberg Games – marks a meaningful step forward in our mission to ensure all young people with physical disabilities have equal opportunity to participate in sport and recreation.
Milner Mobility, a family-owned and operated business, has long been dedicated to helping individuals gain independence through their comprehensive range of mobility solutions. Their commitment to driving the future of mobility aligns perfectly with Halberg's vision of inclusivity and empowerment.
Darren, General Manager of Milner Mobility, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating,
“We are delighted to be joining this partnership and feel privileged to support the Halberg Foundation and all they represent. We look forward to contributing to young Kiwis with physical disabilities’ happiness by seeing the opportunities that the Halberg Foundation provides through sports and recreation.”
Tom Smith, Chief Executive of the Halberg Foundation, echoed Darren’s sentiments, emphasising the importance of such partnerships in achieving Halberg’s goals.
“The collaboration with Milner Mobility is a natural fit for us. Their expertise and dedication to providing mobility solutions will greatly enhance our ability to offer more opportunities for young people with physical disabilities. Together, we can make a real difference in the lives of these young Kiwis and their whanau.”
As well as offering support with accessible transport for Halberg events, the partnership is set to bring new resources and opportunities to the Halberg’s wider programs, ensuring that more young people with physical disabilities can experience the joy and benefits of sports and recreation.
Learn more about our partnership with Spinal Support NZ
Milner Mobility are delighted to announce their new partnership with Spinal Support NZ. This collaboration marks a meaningful step forward for Spinal Support NZ which empowers and supports people with a spinal cord injury or impairment (SCI) to optimise their health and well-being.
Spinal Support NZ covers New Plymouth, Taupo, across to the Eastern Bay of Plenty, up to Cape Reinga.
They educate and enable people with SCI and their whānau, to access the necessary supports and services to live well and have equal opportunities to participate in the social, economic and cultural life of the community.
Brendan Tourelle, President of Spinal Support NZ said:
“I’m very excited about this partnership with Milner Mobility, I can see it will enable us to broaden our reach and strengthen the support we offer to individuals with spinal cord injuries and their whānau. I hope it paves the way for both our organisations to grow, and make a meaningful impact in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling and inclusive lives.”
Darren Milner, General Manager at Milner Mobility says:
“This is a very significant partnership for us and we look forward to contributing to assist those with a spinal cord injury or impairment (SCI) to better their health and well-being.”
