Friday 7 October 2022Health news3 minutes to read
Takiwā Poutini, the West Coast wellbeing Locality prototype, has appointed a Programme Manager in a significant step forward for the Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand localities project on the Coast.
“Vicki Roper has been appointed and is considered an exceptional candidate who will make a real difference in Takiwā Poutini”, says Takiwā Poutini Partnership Chairperson, Kevin Hague.
Vicki comes with an extensive background in project management specifically focused on the delivery of health care services and is thrilled to be managing the programme on the West Coast.
“I’m excited about the opportunity to use my personal and professional skills and experience to lead the Takiwā Poutini Localities team,” says Vicki Roper.
“Te Tai o Poutini is where I was born and it’s where I’ve chosen to live and work most of my life. I’ve raised my two daughters here in one of the best places in Aotearoa to raise tamariki.
“The West Coast is in my blood; it’s who I am. I’m passionate about this place and feel privileged to be part of the evolution in health and wellbeing that will benefit all our population,” says Vicki.
Takiwā Poutini was selected in April 2022 by Te Whatu Ora as one of nine initial localities to develop a health system prototype. This new approach focuses on enabling whānau to avoid illness; will give iwi and communities a strong voice in deciding what’s needed in their areas; and will enable different health and wellbeing organisations to work together to improve people’s experiences of health care.
Poutini Ngāi Tahu representative Lisa Tumahai says that this role is pivotal to the progress of the locality prototype development.
“I’m very pleased that we have Vicki Roper working alongside us. It’s a role that truly needs someone who can bring the community along our journey,” says Lisa.
Vicki commences in the role on Tuesday, 25 October 2022.
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The Takiwā Poutini Partnership comprises Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini West Coast along with partner agency, Te Aka Whai Ora, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Waewae and Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio as well as the West Coast PHO, Te Mana Ora Community & Public Health, Te Whatu Ora Waitaha and the Regional Public Service Commissioner. Working in partnership will ensure that we in a strong position to transition to a more integrated sustainable model of health and social services focused on equity, community wellbeing and service integration.
More information about Localities is available on the Te Whatu Ora website – Localities – Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand
Kevin Hague, Takiwā Poutini Partnership Chairperson
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