Te Whare Matatini Hauora Service provides a range of crisis respite options developed and maintained for adults in crisis requiring an alternative to an acute inpatient setting. The Service situated at Titahi Bay, Porirua, is a four (4) bed were providing a home-like, informal environment in a suburban setting. Respite usage will be for as short a period as possible during the crisis period.

Assessment, treatment, therapy, and support is also provided in collaboration with the Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) Mental Health & Addiction Clinical Team (as required) during the period of respite care with the aim of quickly resolving the need for ongoing crisis service.

Referral for Te Whare Matatini Hauora services are organised by Te Whatu Ora (Health New Zealand) Mental Health & Addiction Clinical Team.