That all New Zealand whanau and GrandFriends are socially connected and fully supported.
Showing Kindness, generosity and support for others.
To be the connector of generations and the builder of supported families through our GrandFriends programme and other initiatives.
Our members have made some amazing connections and have expanded their families through our Family match programme. Here’s what some of our members have to say….
A quick thank you — we are thoroughly loving C- and the joy she brings to our family. It has been amazing so far and more than we could have imagined. A- now refers to C- daily, and will run to her door yelling out 'cuddle cuddle' if we are dropping her off. Nothing quite like it.
“Having not had a mother through my journey into motherhood I decided to bite the bullet and sign us up, and it’s been one of the best things we could have done. We couldn’t have asked for more from our Wellington based 'grandies' who join us for our son's swimming, we do lunch dates, and sometimes they look after M to give us a wee break. I believe that the connection created has been a win-win for all of us.”
“Got the loveliest flowers and card from our wee family from Karori thanking us for taking a dive into surrogate grandparents. We love our wee family to bits they are so precious. We see them every two to three weeks and appreciate them including us in so many activities. We always learn more and get to love them more and more. So grateful for all you do. May you continue to have encouragement”.
Helen & Peter
“Not having my parents close by is heartbreaking... but you have helped turn it into a blessing because we now have surrogate grandies to be part of our lives; to share in the special moments and to form lasting bonds with our daughter. Thank you GrandFriends NZ!”
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