Hear firsthand Ursula & George Elisara’s story of fostering.

The initiative started with a small group of passionate individuals, including the Elisaras, who hosted informal evenings in local communities to raise awareness about foster care. Their simple aim was to recruit more homes for our tamariki and rangatahi whāngai.

Immerse was established as a Government-accredited Foster Care Agency. Today, the dedicated team continues to serve tamariki and rangatahi in various capacities.

To learn more about their caregiving journey, click the button below to get a copy of Ursula Elisara’s book. - 

“Foster Care - Voices from the Frontline”

Our Team

The Immerse team comprises a dedicated group of social workers, psychologists, TBRI® trainers & coaches, and support staff, all committed to delivering an innovative and restorative foster care service in Aotearoa.

TBRI® & System Change

We are thrilled to share how TBRI® is uniquely driving systemic changes, offering hope and healing in some of the most challenging circumstances Click below to watch the trailer to the documentary showcasing the outcomes achieved when TBRI® is applied to a judicial system in the care and protection court.