Tai Tokerau Directory of Support Services

Planet FM is a not-for-profit community based radio station that is accessible online via their website for individuals outside of the Auckland region. Community groups and individuals who otherwise have little or no access to the airwaves broadcast material in more than 30 languages on Planet FM.

An emergency 111 TXT service for people with hearing or speech difficulties.Do you have difficulty hearing or talking on the phone? Register now for the 111 TXT service so you can contact Fire, Ambulance or Police in an emergency. For more information and registration, visit www.police.govt.nz/111-txt

An emergency 111 TXT service for people with hearing or speech difficulties.Do you have difficulty hearing or talking on the phone? Register now for the 111 TXT service so you can contact Fire, Ambulance or Police in an emergency. For more information and registration, visit www.police.govt.nz/111-txt

155 Community Law Taitokerau provide free and confidential legal services and advice across Taitokerau Northland.They have a virtual drop-in clinic on Tuesdays from 9.30am – 11am by phone.

155 Open Arms is a day centre is in the heart of Whangārei, providing anyone with space to rest, have a kai and seek support

155 Whare Āwhina is a place where you and your whānau are valued, respected and accepted for who you are. They are community advocates, lawyers and social workers, there to help you and your whānau. They provide free legal advice through their 155 Community Law centres in Whangārei and Kaikohe, can help with whānau support, WINZ, housing, and are there to support anyone who is homeless with shelter at their 155 Open Arms day centre. Their food bank provides free food parcels twice a week, and 155 Open Arms serves free meals twice a day, six days a week.

155 Whare Āwhina is a place where you and your whānau are valued, respected and accepted for who you are. They are community advocates, lawyers and social workers, there to help you and your whānau. They provide free legal advice through their 155 Community Law centres in Whangārei and Kaikohe, can help with whānau support, WINZ, housing, and are there to support anyone who is homeless with shelter at their 155 Open Arms day centre. Their food bank provides free food parcels twice a week, and 155 Open Arms serves free meals twice a day, six days a week.

• Are you feeling stressed or just need someone to talk to?• Are you feeling down or a bit overwhelmed?• Do you know someone who is feeling out-of-sorts or down?Whatever it is, 1737 are there. ‘1737, need to talk?’ is New Zealand’s national mental health & addictions helpline number. Free call or free text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor or you can talk to a peer support worker. Their service is completely free.

• Are you feeling stressed or just need someone to talk to?• Are you feeling down or a bit overwhelmed?• Do you know someone who is feeling out-of-sorts or down?• Are you feeling stressed or just need someone to talk to?• Are you feeling down or a bit overwhelmed?• Do you know someone who is feeling out-of-sorts or down?Whatever it is, 1737 are there. ‘1737, need to talk?’ is New Zealand’s national mental health & addictions helpline number. Free call or free text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor or you can talk to a peer support worker. Their service is completely free.

• Are you feeling stressed or just need someone to talk to?• Are you feeling down or a bit overwhelmed?• Do you know someone who is feeling out-of-sorts or down?Whatever it is, 1737 are there. ‘1737, need to talk?’ is New Zealand’s national mental health & addictions helpline number. Free call or free text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor or you can talk to a peer support worker. Their service is completely free.

• Are you feeling stressed or just need someone to talk to?• Are you feeling down or a bit overwhelmed?• Do you know someone who is feeling out-of-sorts or down?Whatever it is, 1737 are there. ‘1737, need to talk?’ is New Zealand’s national mental health & addictions helpline number. Free call or free text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor or you can talk to a peer support worker. Their service is completely free.

The 60s Up Movement has 32 Branches throughout NZ, and welcomes men & women from the age of 50yrs to join them.Each Branch has activities such as:-trips, entertainment, shared & restaurant lunches, speakers, bowls, cards and more, with the emphasis on participation and fun.For more information please get in touch or visit their website.

A Girl Called Hope's programmes and courses are embedded in CBT and informed by other evidence-based theories and practices such as DBT, strengths-based and solutions-focussed practice. They are suitable for those motivated to make changes in their life & can work alongside other community mental health supports in place. Their programmes are not suitable for anyone who is currently in acute crisis, experiencing psychotic symptoms or those with addictions where their symptoms are not under control.

A Girl Called Hope provide a range of holistic wellbeing programmes and courses to strengthen the resilience, self-esteem and wellbeing of young women, motivated for change. Online and in-person courses are available to anyone 16yrs+.

Access is one of New Zealand's leading healthcare providers, specialising in home-based healthcare and support. They work with the Ministry of Health, NDHB and ACC, among others, to support people to live independently in their own homes.All services are free of charge with referral.

Achilles International New Zealand is for anyone of any age with a disability who wants to get moving and is welcome to become a member of Achilles International New Zealand. Membership fee is $50

Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA members find peace of mind and the ability to live a meaningful and productive life. AEA have several regular Zoom meetings each week to which all are welcome. Visit their website for further details and links to join their meetings.

Addictive Eaters Anonymous (AEA) is a worldwide Twelve Step fellowship based on Alcoholics Anonymous. AEA members have found recovery from binge eating, anorexia, bulimia, other forms of addictive eating and compulsive exercise. Through working the Twelve Steps of AEA members find peace of mind and the ability to live a meaningful and productive life. AEA have several regular Zoom meetings each week to which all are welcome. Visit their website for further details and links to join their meetings.

The vision of ADHD New Zealand is to advance the ADHD Community by providing practical information and support. ADHD New Zealand provide phone, email, website and Facebook support, post extensive information packs to members, publish a bi-monthly E-newsletter and provide library resources. They also provide the opportunity to interact with others within their ADHD community through parent education courses, awareness events, ADHD Kids Basketball programme, private Facebook groups and Adult groups.

Te Roopu Whitiora is a specialist Kaupapa Māori service for Māori, between the ages of 18 to 65 years, who are experiencing symptoms suggestive of psychosis or schizophrenia. They are culturally and clinically responsive to the needs of Whaiora and their Whānau through the stages of their journey. If you or your Whānau are worried about your safety or their safety, our service can be contacted directly.