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A morning tea on Waiheke Island
This month some of our team headed out for morning tea on Waiheke Island.
Christmas gifts the whole family will enjoy
Find some inspiration for gifts the whole family can share and enjoy together.
We’ve been showcasing GrandFriends in Auckland
We had a great time earlier this month showcasing GrandFriends at two expos in Auckland.
Halloween tips and tricks for older people
Love it or loathe it, Halloween has become an increasingly popular event in New Zealand and there’s a high likelihood that there’ll be at least a few kids wandering up and down your street looking for lollies. But Halloween isn’t for everyone. So here are a few tips if you’d like to avoid the trick or treaters.
Seven tips to make your family’s Halloween a treat, not a trick
Are your kids crazy for Halloween? It might be the joy of choosing a fab costume, or it might be the thought of all those lollies! If you’re a Halloween loving family you probably look forward to hitting the streets on October 31st. We’ve put together a few tips to help you do it safely and have fun along the way.
Seven ways to celebrate Grandparent’s Day
Here are some fab ways to celebrate Grandparent's Day.
What’s your favourite memory of your grandparents?
What's your favourite memory of your grandparents? We asked some Kiwis to share theirs.
What to look for if you are seeking a connection with a family or older person
If you are hoping to meet a new family or older person to connect with through GrandFriends, then there are a few things you can think about beforehand that will help you find a good match. Here are our top tips for finding the right connection.
See how GrandFriends helped this family make new connections
GrandFriends got a lovely write up on Stuff this month from Sinead Corcoran-Dye whose family connected with a lovely older person in their local area.
Our founder Jo on Radio New Zealand talking about GrandFriends
To mark Grandparent’s Day which we celebrate each October, our founder, Jo, chatted with Radio New Zealand about the importance of intergenerational relationships and how GrandFriends can help