Stay at the House

Wellington Women’s House

Wellington Women’s House is transitional accommodation, designed for stays of approximately 3–6 months.
It provides a safe and supportive environment to help you stabilise your situation and prepare for long term housing and your next steps.

We have a Manager, Social Worker, and Coordinator on site to ensure the whare runs smoothly. They are here to support your transition by helping you:

• Connect with services that support your goals and long term housing pathway
• Receive advice, guidance, and practical support when you need it

Places are limited. We maintain a waitlist and may be able to refer you to other housing providers if required.

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Paying rent at the House

Your weekly rent is based on your benefit income.

Your rent includes:

• Accommodation
• Power
• Access to a landline and Wi-Fi

When you move in, you will need to pay 2 weeks rent in advance.

The Ministry of Social Development (MSD) may be able to support you with this cost.

You will also need to provide your own food and personal items during your stay.

Living in the House

Women who live in the House are expected to be respectful and agree to all our house rules, which will be explained by the Kaimahi (staff).

Important rules include 

• We are a dry house —  NO alcohol or drugs are permitted 
• We are a safe haven —  NO violent, abusive, or bullying behaviour will be tolerated
• We are a smokefree house — NO  smoking/vaping is permitted inside the whare
• We share this space with other residents — visitors are only allowed in communal areas

As part of your responsibilities while living in the House, you are expected to meet your tenancy obligations and adhere to our house rules.

These include:

• Attending weekly meetings with our Social Worker 
• Working collaboratively on your transition plan
• Engaging in your hauora (wellbeing) goals to support positive outcomes