The Aukaha Healthy Homes Initiative works with whānau, agencies and local partners to provide education and access to interventions which will create warm, dry and healthy homes. Cold, damp, crowded homes can increase the risk of respiratory issues and other preventable health conditions, such as rheumatic fever and skin infections. There is strong evidence, nationally and internationally, of improved health outcomes resulting from warmer and drier homes. We identify eligible families, working with them to carry out a comprehensive housing assessment and complete an individualised action plan to create a warmer, drier, healthier home. Through our support, families are able to access the change they need to create a better living environment, especially for their tamariki. The changes include help with accessing insulation, curtains, beds, bedding, minor repairs, floor coverings, ventilation, heating sources, full and correct entitlement assessments through Work and Income, support with power bills, and finding alternative accommodation as needed.