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Need to Talk?
May
Life normally has challenges, but It’s an especially tense time for most of us right now. COVID-19 is scary, and it’s rapidly changing the way we work, socialise, travel, access healthcare, exercise, shop and live.
We know many people are feeling anxious, stressed, worried or scared at the moment. so if you are in New Zealand, here are a list of options you or someone you know may need to help them get through now or in future.
Are you feeling anxious 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 depressed?
Then Free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor. the service is completely free.
Further support, information and help:
Lifeline: 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP) for counselling and support
Samaritans: 0800 726 666 for confidential support for anyone who is lonely or in emotional distress
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 or free text 4202 to talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions (YouthLine) they provide a free, nationwide Helpline service
Healthline: Anyone can call Healthline free on 0800 611 116 for health advice and information, anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Depression.org This website is part of a national public health programme, the National Depression Initiative. It is a component of the New Zealand government’s approach to suicide prevention and includes The Journal free online self-help tool.
For a full PDF of Helplines & Local Mental Health Services from Mentalhealth.org please click here to access
For more information and support, talk to your local doctor, medical centre, hauora, community mental health team, school counsellor or counselling service. If you don’t get the help you need the first time, keep trying.
This website is in no way affiliated with, authorized, maintained, sponsored or endorsed by the New Zealand Ministry of Health, LifeLine, Depression Helpline, Samaritans, Healthline or any of their affiliates or subsidiaries. But we do think they offer great services and do an amazing job.
