A range of family harm services across Counties Manukau, supporting individuals and whānau when family violence occurs.
At Visionwest we work alongside whānau to understand their circumstances, respond to immediate needs and connect them with the right support when a family harm incident happens.
Through practical intervention and collaboration with government agencies, iwi and other social service providers, we help whānau work towards greater safety, stronger relationships and healthier futures.
Visionwest Family Services in Counties Manukau was previously known as Iosis, and was welcomed into the Visionwest whānau in July 2026. Read more about this journey here.
Visionwest Family Harm Support in Counties Manukau
Family Violence Service
Supporting whānau towards safer futures.
Visionwest provides court-directed family violence services for whānau in Pukekohe and South Auckland.
We work alongside individuals and whānau to support positive change, strengthen relationships and help create safer homes and healthier futures.
How to access this support
Referrals can be made by you or your social agency. There is no charge for this service.
Family Violence Intervention
Support when it matters most.
Our Family Violence Intervention team responds when family violence occurs, providing practical support to help whānau through challenging times.
We work alongside whānau to understand their circumstances, address immediate needs and connect them with the right services to support safety and positive change.
How to access this support
Referrals can be made by you or your social agency. There is no charge for this service.
MDCAT (Multi-Disciplinary Cross-Agency Team)
Working together to keep whānau safe.
Visionwest works alongside Police, government agencies, iwi and other social service providers as part of a joined-up family violence response in South Auckland.
Through this collaborative approach, agencies share information and work together to respond quickly when family harm is identified. We help whānau access the right support, develop safety plans and reduce the risk of further harm.
By working together, we can provide a more coordinated response around the needs of each whānau, helping them move towards greater safety and stability.
How to access this support
Referrals can be made by you or your social agency. There is no charge for this service.
Who are Visionwest?
For over 30 years, Visionwest Community Trust has supported communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Visionwest Family Services is part of a wider network of support, including healthcare, housing, kai/ food support, counselling, youth development, financial mentoring, early childhood care, and more.
Every year, we support thousands of people experiencing isolation, poverty, and homelessness, providing practical support with compassion and manaakitanga. Our services are guided by a faith-led ethic and the integration of Kaupapa Māori principles.