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Other Helpful websites with resources

Youth Citizens Advice Bureau

Mental Health Foundation: for a large list of some of the services available in New Zealand that offer support, information and help.

Report a concern about a child

Oranga Tamariki: Get in touch if you think a tamaiti or rangatahi (child or young person) is suffering from ill-treatment, abuse or neglect or is experiencing abuse but you’re not sure if you should be concerned, and want advice, or just to talk things through.

Support for parents, family and frienDS

Yellow Brick Road: Supporting families towards mental wellbeing: for families who have a loved one experiencing mental health challenges, weekdays 8am – 4.30 pm

Parent Help: For parents/whānau seeking support, advice and practical strategies on all parenting concerns. Anonymous, non-judgemental and confidential, 9am – 9pm, 7 days a week.

If you need someone to talk / chat to

Youthline: support from people who understand what young people go through. Free call or TEXT 234

0800 Whatsup (Mon-Sun 11am - 11pm)

1737 Need to talk? Connect with a counsellor or peer support worker, any time. TEXT 1737

Depression Helpline: To talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions. Free call 24/7 or TEXT 4202

Anxiety NZ: For people with all forms of anxiety and families and friends. Call 24/7.

Outline: Rainbow support line (evenings 6-9pm)

Suicide Crisis Helpline: If you think you or someone you know may be thinking about suicide, call our Suicide Crisis Helpline for support.

For medical advice over the phone

Healthline: talk to a registered nurse, available 24/7

For urgent mental health support

Crisis Resolution: specialist help for mental health emergencies. 

FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

Phone 111

Christchurch Emergency Department, Christchurch Hospital

Ashburton Hospital (A&E)

24hr Surgery Bealey Ave (costs may apply)

Help Lines & Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is needing immediate help the following are a list of places to get help.

If you are worried about your or someone elses immediate safety call 111.

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