A healthy and well community is one that supports healthy eating and appropriate exercise. It enjoys a strong family focus that values children and supports parents in their role. The conditions listed further below demonstrate a healthy and well community. In comparison Otara is struggling and not doing very well with many of these.

Hospital stays are reduced

Children are at school

Less people on the sickness benefit

People are playing more sport or are more active

Obesity is low

Domestic violence is low

Healthy food choices are readily available and affordable

Public transport is well utilised

Housing is healthy accessible and affordable

Children are safe to walk to and from school, sport or other activities

Schools are well supported and education and learning is valued

Families have sufficient income to participate in social activities, eat healthy, and take care of themselves

Families have sufficient time to participate in social activities together

The elderly are thriving and supported by more able members (youth) of the community

Youth crime is low