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Welfare & Wellbeing
This page is no longer updated. Some of these resources may no longer be available but many are and will be for the forseeable future.
If you, or someone you know, is in immediate danger call 111 now. There is never any shame in asking for help.
If there is not immediate physical danger but you are worried that yourself or someone else is experiencing a mental health crisis, you can go to the Emergency Department or phone the Mental Health Crisis Team - 0800 112 334.
Welfare & Mental Health
Welfare & Mental Health Services
Service | Details | Contact |
|---|---|---|
General Practice | General Practices can refer to Talking Based Therapists from a range of diverse backgrounds. The service has capacity to support those who have been impacted by the Cyclone. | Contact your GP practice for more details. |
I Am Hope | Providing free, trained counselling on the ground since the first days following the cyclone. | Call or email for support or advice 24/7. iamhopehb@gmail.com, 021 225 0133 |
Need to Talk | A free service for New Zealanders who are feeling down, anxious or overwhelmed. | Call or text 1737 24/7 for support from a trained counsellor. |
Suicide crisis helpline | Operated by trained and experienced social service practitioners who have undergone suicide prevention training. | 0508 828 865 24/7 |
Lifeline | Support from trained staff and volunteers to support emotional and mental wellbeing. | 0800 543 354 or text 4357 24/7 |
Samaritans | Confidential support for anyone who is lonely or in emotional distress. | Call 0800 726 666 24/7 |
In it Together | A comprehensive list of counsellors and other mental health professionals who have offered to support those affected by the Cyclone. Many free in-person and online options available. | |
Depression Helpline | Talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or ask any questions. | Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 24/7 |
Anxiety Helpline | For people who experience all forms of anxiety and their families and friends. | Call 0800 269 4389 24/7 |
Rural Support | Provide support to those living rurally | Call 0800 787 254 to arrange a free and confidential chat. |
Skylight | Skylight support people of all ages throughout New Zealand who are facing any kind of tough life situation, but we specialise in grief, loss and trauma. | Call 0800 299 100 |
Yellow Brick Road | Formerly Supporting Families NZ. Provide mental health support for families who have a loved one experiencing mental health challenges. | Call 0800555434 |
Wellness Services
Local Wellness Services
If you are a wellness provider and are happy to be featured here, please contact us.
Service | Details | Link |
|---|---|---|
Advanced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist | Bernadette Nolan is a highly trained clinical physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor imbalance.
Bernadette understands the emotional, social and physical difficulties that pelvic floor conditions can cause, and is passionate about helping people restore and regain control of their bodies. | |
Mindbody Alchemy | Milly is a Mindbody Coach with a passion for reconnecting women with their most authentic and empowered essence.
She offers 1:1 coaching (zoom) as well as online and in-person workshops/courses. | |
Remedy Massage & Beauty | Crystal is a beauty therapist with 23 years experience, specialising in massage. I also do waxing, tinting, facials, pedicures and Reiki. | |
First Chiropractic Napier | Drs Chris and Kate Anderson - Gentle and effective chiropractic care tailored to each patient's individual needs and health goals. 164 Kennedy Rd, Napier. |
Resources & Apps
Online resources & apps
Resource | Details | Link |
|---|---|---|
In It Together | A great collection of online resources developed specifically for those affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. | |
Farmstrong | A nationwide wellbeing programme for the rural community. On their website you can find a range of wellbeing resources. | |
First Steps | First Steps encourages business owners, managers and employees to prioritise wellbeing and awareness. Lots of online articles and resources. | |
Small Steps | Online tools developed to help with feelings of anxiety, stress, or low mood. | |
Mental Health NZ | Practical tool to support those who are worried about loved ones having suicidal thoughts | |
Headspace app | Guided meditations and mindfulness techniques designed to bring calm, wellness, and balance in just a few minutes a day. There are free and paid services available. | |
Smiling Mind app | Free app which provides evidence-based mental health tools. | |
Moodfit app | Includes a range of tools including habit tracking, goal setting and journaling to help manage emotions. Free and paid services available. | |
Mindshift app | Free app which uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) strategies to help manage worry, panic and anxiety. | |
Mental Health Foundation | Online Resources for Mindfulness | |
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