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Mana-enhancing support


We’re here to support people and their whānau navigate life – with mana and manaakitanga.

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‘We’re focused on what we can do together.’

Find out how we can help you.

We advocate for the rights and prosperity of all people with intellectual disabilities and autism along with their families and whānau. Brackenridge is proud to offer mana-enhancing support across the Canterbury region.    

Our teams are focused on supporting people to live meaningful lives of their choice. Our community is vibrant and diverse, with support offered to over 200 people ranging in age from seven to 70 years.

Watch below to hear more about Brackenridge.

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See all the latest news and happenings from Brackenridge with our annual report

Law Review on Adult Affected Decision-Making Capacity. 
Law Review on Adult Affected Decision-Making Capacity. 

The Law Commission is undertaking a review of the adult decision-making capacity law. Consultation is underway on how the law should respond when an adult’s decision-making is affected.

Easy-read information can be found on the Law Commission’s website - https://huarahi-whakatau.lawcom.govt.nz/