NAU MAI HAERE MAI: Let's take a look at whats happening at the Community Training Centre (CTC)

Computers in Homes Wairoa

Welcome to the Computers in Homes (CIH) Wairoa Website.

Computers In Homes - Rorohiko I roto nga Kainga is a programme that brings computer technology within reach of all New Zealand families with school-aged children.

The programme has provided families in low-income Communities with computers and the internet, but more importantly, training, skills and support through their local school.

With the skills and confidence to use technology, parents are able to connect with their children's learning. As a result, Computers in Homes helps to strengthen relationships between families and schools, improve educational outcomes for children, and provide greater opportunities for their parents.

Computers in Homes has already helped to connect more than 4,000 families, with around 100,000 more waiting.

SO WHAT'S HAPPENING IN WAIROA?

Wairoa District School Families: 2009

Computers in Homes has supported 250 families by providing them with a computer in the home and technology support. We are proud to be apart of your future.

Senior (Pakeke) 55+ Programme: 2010
In March 2010, Computers in Homes Wairoa launched their Senior (Pakeke) Computer programme. Again, Wairoa is fortunate to provide 130 Senior Citizens the opportunity to undertake computer training and upon completion will receive a computer and accessories together with six months free internet connection.

As evidenced from the previous project around the Wairoa District Schools, it was found that many grandparents were primary caregivers to their grandchildren together with a high number of being secondary caregivers as well. Based on these facts, there is a drive to close the technology gap for our Senior Members of Wairoa. We are dedicated to providing a quality service in a safe and comfortable Community Training Centre where families will learn how to operate a computer and have fun learning. There are opportunities for our elderly to close the divide with families living overseas by teaching them how to use their computers to connect with their families living Nationally or internationally. Help is only but a click away.... so call into our Community Training Centre based at Tiaho School to register your interest. We look forward to seeing you there...

Ka Pai to everyone who chooses to follow the yellow brick road to Clyde Road, Wairoa... Because only good things having been coming out of the Computers in Homes - Community Training Centre.

Let's take a look at some of the families that make it possible for Computers in Homes to succeed in Wairoa. We receive a lot of appreciation from families, thank you to everyone who has supported us and continues to support us - together we can do great things in Wairoa. Kia Ora Tatou Katoa.

Computer Training During August 2010

Congratulations to everyone who completed their computer training during August. A warm welcome to Rapai Te Hau, our new Computer Trainer for Computers in Homes. It is amazing to see the friendships created amongst everyone, we all have email accounts now so stay in touch and keep the stories, photos and movies coming in...

Computer Training During July 2010

Computer training during July was undertaken during the evening. Check out the photos to see how many families attended. Congratulations to everyone, we enjoyed having you at the CTC. It is always refreshing to have spouses attend computer training together, you benefit twice as much. Thanks for making the evening programme enjoyable and caring enough about each other to make sure that no one was left behind. The little things go a long way, Kia Ora.

Computer Training During June 2010

What an experience! Over 75% of the group had no computer experience and also had never touched a computer. A new experience is one that you will never forget...

Has everyone checked out the Scooters, three families attended computer training in their Scooters. To have our Senior Citizens travelling a total distance of approximately 2kms each way by Scooter is to be commended. When the rain fell, Kelly and I drove them into the CTC and parked them up, what fun we had.

Computer Training During May 2010

Thanks everyone for making our 2nd Pakeke programme memorable. Your thirst for technology knowledge is admirable. Over half of the families attending computer training were only recently registered on a six month Computer Programme with the Salvation Army, Ka Pai. The feedback we received from families has been fantastic, Computers in Homes has provided a platform for our families creating a wealth of energy that is inspiring and empowering for everyone to have an "I Can" attitude. Keep believing in yourselves because the world is now at the tips of your fingers.