EmployNZ staff can refer you to national and local Support Services if you approach us. This directory has been provided for you so that you can self-refer to the range of support services in NZ and our local towns.
This is a range of organisations that specialise in supporting youth and students and we have arranged them so that you can sort them using the categories along the top of the page. If you do not find what you are looking for please let us know and we will help get you the information you need.
Grief Support Services is a local agency that has been working in the community since 1987. We support vulnerable individuals and families/whanau by encouraging their understanding of themselves and each other so they may manage the turmoil of grief and loss, adjust to huge changes and attain their aspirations for their quality of life.
Call: 075784480
Address: 147 Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga 3112
TAUTOKO is operated by trained and experienced social service practitioners who have undergone suicide prevention training.
If you think you, or someone you know, may be thinking about suicide, call the Suicide Crisis Helpline for support.
Call: 0508828865
Gumboot Friday connects young people with counsellors or therapists.
Email: team@gumbootfriday.org.nz
Are You Ok provides easy to access and relevant information for people seeking support for family violence in New Zealand.
Call: 0800456450
Rainbow Youth provide support, information, resources & advocacy for Aotearoa’s
queer, gender diverse, takatāpui, and intersex youth.
Youthline is a “with youth, for youth” organisation that supports young people throughout Aotearoa New Zealand.
Call: 0800376633
Text: 234
Whatever the issue, Lifeline is here to listen. They’re committed to providing a safe, effective and confidential service to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of their callers and communities.
Call: 0800543354
Text: 4357