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Complex needs

Many tamariki and rangatahi may experience complex and layered needs that impact their lives, and the lives of others.

Last updated: 28/01/2026
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Understanding and working with complex needs

Many tamariki and rangatahi may experience complex and layered needs that impact their lives, and the lives of others. We work with tamariki or rangatahi and their whānau, family and others to understand and respond to their needs.
Use of environmental constraints for tamariki or rangatahi in staffed care arrangements

This guidance helps us support tamariki and rangatahi with complex support needs in our care or custody in staffed care arrangements where the use of environmental constraints is being considered.

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