Growing up in the 1980s, Sheelagh McHaffie’s home life was unpredictable and school was a place where she would get picked on. Throughout the chaos, Cholmondeley provided a calm space for Sheelagh to be herself.

When Fay Kay fi rst heard about Cholmondeley Children’s Centre at a grandparent’s meeting, she hoped it would be the right fi t for her granddaughter Vanessa.

12-year-old Alex has been coming to Cholmondeley for eight years and attending Cholmondeley’s quarterly intermediate boys’ weekends for the past few years, to spend time with other boys his age.

Cholmondeley Children’s Centre takes immense pride in not only offering care but also creating a nurturing haven where tamariki can grow, flourish, and rediscover their childhood. Reta’s story is one that highlights the supportive work our dedicated team carries out daily.