Become a Member — Just $30 a Year
Join our community and get access to exclusive benefits designed to support, uplift, and empower families.
Your annual membership includes:
✅ 50% off our Mum’s Day Off full-day respite support groups — take time for yourself while we care for your child in a supportive environment.
✅ Free entry for a family of four to our festive Year-End Function — a special day to celebrate and connect with others.
✅ 50% discount on training days and autism coaching sessions — gain tools, strategies, and expert support at half the price.
All of this for just $30 per year.
👉 JOIN NOW - becoming a member is easy. you can do it in two easy steps:
1. Donate $30 into our bank account 02-0727-0289458-000, account name Spectrum Connections Charitable Trust, using your first name (particulars field) and surname (code field) and membership (reference field).
2. Fill in the form below. Once you have signed up, we will email you with a membership number that you can use when booking any of our events that will entitle you to a 50% discount.
Join our community and get access to exclusive benefits designed to support, uplift, and empower families.
Your annual membership includes:
✅ 50% off our Mum’s Day Off full-day respite support groups — take time for yourself while we care for your child in a supportive environment.
✅ Free entry for a family of four to our festive Year-End Function — a special day to celebrate and connect with others.
✅ 50% discount on training days and autism coaching sessions — gain tools, strategies, and expert support at half the price.
All of this for just $30 per year.
👉 JOIN NOW - becoming a member is easy. you can do it in two easy steps:
1. Donate $30 into our bank account 02-0727-0289458-000, account name Spectrum Connections Charitable Trust, using your first name (particulars field) and surname (code field) and membership (reference field).
2. Fill in the form below. Once you have signed up, we will email you with a membership number that you can use when booking any of our events that will entitle you to a 50% discount.
What our members say about us
Circability – Give it a go day 31 May 2025
- We have been looking for something like this, a place where we can be together with other families like ours. Thank you so much for this. P
- We had so much fun, I wish we had brought my child's dad. It's so good to play together like this and enjoy ourselves. I haven't had fun like this in like forever. N
- Is everyone here neurodiverse? This is so cool, so nice to be able to be yourself and enjoy yourself. O
- We had the best time, thank you so much for putting this on for us. J
Nadia Du Plessis Understanding ADHD Training 17 May 2025
- absolutely fabulous. Amazing, wonderful training, such a big help & support to those struggling. The support of Spectrum connections is invaluable. A++ morning educational training that couldn’t have been better communicated & understood well. More of this training would be invaluable to Tauranga families.
- Access to an educational psychologist to be able to Q&A for an affordable price! Fantastic info, very comprehensive. Great to have a copy of the slides will go home & go over them again more slowly. Gaining and increased understanding & more clarity.
- Information and understanding of benefits and challenges alongside how to support these. Nadia is a fantastic, knowledgeable and empathetic presenter. It is invaluable to have the time to share experiences and ideas with other parents. A chance to ask a professional our questions, many do not have to money to access help like this.
- Lots of info in a short space of time but fantastically presented. Lots of great time for Q&A & discussion. Thank you! As an ECE Kaialeo – This would be fabulous PLD for our Kaialeo and should absolutely be funded to support Kaialeo knowledge (simpler than ENGAGE and Incredible Years which are both more intense & longer).
- Amazing presentation, easy to digest, relatable & real! I would love this information to be yelled from the rooftops. Nadia is exceptional, so knowledgeable and willing to share. Very invaluable. Thank you!
- I found this session very informative. Thank you! I would like to attend more. Easy to follow & listen to.
- Really enjoyed Nadia’s workshop today – very affirming and informative! I enjoyed learning about the biological reasons why kids with ADHD present with particular symptoms. I look forward to attending the next training workshop. Many thanks. A.G.
- I really enjoyed the day, thank you so much. Lovely, kind people & delicious lunch. Always a pleasure.
- Super helpful information & questions & answer session.
- Awesome workshop! I loved it! Ideas for future topics – PDA, Executive functioning hacks, ADHD & Autism in teens & adults, dyslexia dyspraxia dyscalculia. Specific training on specific aspects like sensory profiles, communication, medication.
Mums Day Off 10 May 2025
- Great day! Had a lovely walk at McLarens Falls – beautiful, tasty lunch, and the most amazing relaxing massage. What a perfect day. I.E.
- Love the beautiful scenery, great vibes from meeting this group, found out some amazing information to support my daughter. It feels like a safe amazing place to relax. I loved my massage and being part of this great small community. Here to stay :-). L.H.
- I had the best day out here! First time and can't wait to come back. Beautiful property, lovely & peaceful! Very relaxing and welcoming too. So happy my daughter invited me, and I came along. As we both found out very helpful information about what would be so useful when it comes to my granddaughter who is gifted with Autism. The massage was the highlight of my Mums Day Off! I thoroughly enjoyed the entire day here & meeting other mums as well! I will be back for more in the future. A.H.
- I have been here several times and intend to come several times more. For me, it's a place where I can rest, recharge and regulate once a month. It's a safe place to share my journey with my autistic daughter and get support and understanding like no other. Thanks again MJ for providing such a peaceful retreat in paradise. A.G.
Youth Encounter Give it a Go Day – 23 April 2025
- Great experience, new things to try and had a fun morning. My son tried new things. Thank you for showing us what is possible here. T.L.
- It was awesome to see my son trying something new, golf & frisbee golf. I had a great time. Thank you. D.L.
- What an awesome open day we had at Youth Encounter. The lovely staff were so encouraging & supportive. The kids all loved frisbee golf, driving range, motorbike riding & yummy morning tea. What an awesome organisation and we will look forward to bringing my son along to one of the programmes. Being the best version of yourself is really encouraged and that’s tight up my alley. T.M.
Sensory Friendly Easter Egg Hunt – 19 April 2025
- “So nice to have an event to connect with others – a great event for the little ones. Thank you! A highlight of our Easter” K
- “Loved meeting others in the same waka as us. Lovely event and very accommodating. Thank you.” V
Mums Day Off – 1 March 2025
- “I arrived with a mind that was overthinking everything! And left feeling relaxed, hear, and refocused” D
- “What a wonderful setting, the location, facilities, and company enabled me to relax, connect, and recharge. Thank you, Spectrum Connections, for this opportunity. I look forward to coming again.” S
Nadia Du Plessis – Training – 15 February 2025
- “I found the session to be very easy to understand and informative. I am looking forward to the ADHD workshop” anonymous
- “I found the session very uplifting, validating and really appreciate that it’s all positive rather than deficit focused. I am looking forward to more events. Thank you” anonymous
- “Very informative session. I will go away and try to implement some of these strategies with my daughter who is struggling with anxiety and going to school. Recommend this group to any other parents who are needing support” anonymous
- “Was an amazing training day. So full of information. The bonus is to have an opportunity to connect with people who have similar experiences and struggles, people who understand and can share tips and tricks. Spectrum Connections is doing such amazing work for our neurodiverse community. Huge thank you to you guys.” M
- “The opportunity to reset and reuse the skills and practices we have at home is so valuable. And the opportunity to show new parents new ways forward, plus connect with others who are having similar experiences” I
Mums Day Off – 2 November 2024
- “Such a wonderful Day of reflection. So rare and so needed. Also fantastic to meet with other mums who have neurodivergent children that understand the stress and difficulties in raising these children” I
- “Really enjoyed the peaceful break. It is rare for me to have a day away from home and home-schooling. Lovely food and massage. Thank you!” S
- “A great place to relax and chillout to catch up with mums that share the same problems and cares in the world. To have a fantastic massage too. Excellent food, love it.” T
- “Today’s retreat was exactly what my tired Mumma mind needed. A chance to rest, recuperate and connect with other people walking a similar path to my own.” R
Coffee Support Group - 19 October
- “This is our first time here. I can’t voice enough how amazing this group is for us. It’s nice to hear we aren’t alone, somewhere to share and get answers, and how to get them.” T
- “This was my first time attending this group. It is very valuable to hear about the services and training that may be available. Also great to hear about other people’s experiences learning from others and know you are not alone. Thanks to the organisers of this group.” J
- “a great meeting. Getting ideas and learning other avenues of help, very helpful” A
Mums Day Off – 5 October
- An amazing relaxing venue and a much-needed break from a stressful home life. Just to be with other mums in similar situations and be able to talk about how hard and exhausting our lives can be, without judgement is such a breath of fresh air. Highly recommend for anyone who needs to rest and reset.” K
- “Spending the day at the retreat has been great. As a solo mum to 2 AuDHD children it is rare to get time off. I am also looking into either home-schooling or Te Kura next year for my completely time blind daughter which is going to mean even less time for myself. What I have enjoyed is being able to just relax as well as chat openly with the other mums about our struggles and brainstorm ideas on how to support each other. I am looking forward to coming again.” L
- “My first time here at this place and I really enjoyed having a chance to get away from my normal routine doing housework and chores on Saturday. So, this retreat helps me to have some tie for myself in spending time with other women going through things in life like my journey, so I am very grateful for today.” anonymous
- “This is my 3rd visit to this retreat and it’s something that always replenishes my energy and soothes my soul. Huge thanks to Mary-Jane for facilitating these retreats.” Anonymous
- “Love the relaxed vibe in the house on these special days, no matter who the ladies are that attend.” anonymous
Coffee Support Group – 21 September 2024
- “Fantastic, welcoming event this morning. It was great meeting with other mums who are travelling the same path, wanting the support and guidance to support their children. These events are informative and such a necessity for us parents. Nadia was fantastic to listen to. Thank you.” Anonymous
- “Amazing to listen to Nadia and then to meet with other parents who just “Get It” anonymous
- “The Spectrum connections meetings are such a great way to peel off my mask and talk honestly about struggles with parents that just “get it”. Being able to bring my kids along as a solo mother is great as I don’t need to organise babysitting. The bonus is my children love coming along as they get to socialize in a safe place with other kids that are also neurodiverse.” L
Mums Day Off – 14 September 2024
- “Awesome relaxing day at mum’s retreat. Serene surroundings, healing massage, heavenly lunch and nibbles. Laughing, crafting, healing tears. I have found my tribe, and I am truly blessed” R
- “Wow! A breath of fresh air-literally in the country with some kind nurturing and fun company, thank you, much needed and enjoyed.” H
- “Such a beautiful day of shared stories, laughs, tears, and good company and lovely food. Good for the soul and lovely way to rejuvenate amongst like-minded people. The setting, and staff here are peaceful, supportive, and welcoming, much like Mary-Jane who facilitates with great compassion, warmth and understanding. Can’t wait to visit again.” A
15 Dec 2024 – Year End Pool Party
- Hi MJ & Rachel. Thanks for a lovely day on Sunday - kids & I really enjoyed ourselves and they are chuffed with the gift. K
