Child and Family Services
Community Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) is for youth aged 13-18 years who may be facing mental health and/or alcohol and drug issues. The service provides short-term intervention which includes assessment, treatment and support. In addition it will also coordinate and support youth, and their families or referrer, to access longer term treatement if required. CYMHS will also provide information to other services on treatment available in the community.
Community based suppot for parents who are experiencing a decline in mental wellbeing relating to, or resulting from, pregnancy, childbirth and parenting within the first 1,000 days (pregnancy to three years). Facilitated Support Groups: Safe space for mums with perinatal depression and anxiety to connect and acknowledge their stuggles. They learn a variety of practical tools and strategies to enable them to take back control of their lives and manage their mental wellbeing. Police vetted volunteers are present to take care of the children while the mums are in group. Playgroup: Parents with a decline in perinatal mental wellbeing come together in a safe place with others who know what they are experiencing and do not judge. Our facilitator is available to chat and playgroup is a great transition either before or after attending our support group. Support for Dads: Informal peer facilitated opportunity for fathers to meet for support, information and fellowship. Includes men who themselves are or whose partners are affected by perinatal mental wellbeing issues. Antenatal Group: Peer facilitated drop-in group that provides information and support. No referral required.
Registered Nurse and Social Work Team offer support and an Elder Abuse Response Service Social Network Team work to reduce isolation and loneliness through the Accredited Visiting Service and social outings Information is available through the information database on our website or directly by phone on recreational opportunities, entitlements, subsidies, services and clubs Home Support Service staff co-ordinate providers who offer trade skills, handyman services and help in the home Education courses include: Confident Driving for Mature Drivers; Life Without a Car; Steady As You Go (SaYGo) falls prevention classes The quarterly publication ‘Keeping On’ is available free to the public through libraries, medical centres, clubs, hospitals and malls or can be collected from Age Concern Canterbury. Subscription is also available for home delivery
The Aranui Community Trust is based in the eastern suburbs of Christchurch. It is a vibrant diverse community with a sense of hope to develop together. Aranui Heartland services are available from the Aranui Community Trust. These services include: Partnership Community Workers Kiwisport Activator Early Childhood Education Coordinator Connectedness Coordinator Mower Shed Beneficiary Advisory Services Community Law Tenancy Protection Association Housing New Zealand/Kāinga Ora – Homes and Communities Ara Institute of Canterbury B4 School Checks Fruit and Vegetable Co-op Green Prescription Heartland Coordinator Indoor bowls
HealthInfo is a health information website, provided by the Canterbury District Health Board. The information on HealthInfo has been written and approved by local doctors, practice nurses, hospital clinicians, and other healthcare professionals, and is specific to Canterbury. The website is a mix of health information, ranging from factsheets on different topics and descriptions of local health services and supports, through to links to recommended websites for further reading and research.
PlunketLine is a toll-free parent helpline and advice service available to all families, whānau and caregivers. Calls are free from cellphones and you don’t have to be registered with Plunket to access or use PlunketLine services. All calls will be answered by a Plunket nurse, who can give you advice and information on parenting issues and your child’s health and wellbeing.
Mana Ake provides support for children aged 5 – 12 years across Canterbury. Mana Ake kaimahi work with schools to support teachers, families and whānau when children are experiencing ongoing issues that impact their wellbeing such as anxiety, social isolation, parental separations, grief and loss and managing emotions. Kaimahi have a diverse range of skills and include psychologists, social workers, counsellors, teachers and youth workers. Kaimahi can work with children and their families at school, in the community or at home and with groups of children in schools. They provide advice, guidance and support for teachers and family/whānau. Mana Ake is now available to children in schools across Canterbury. Talk to your child’s teacher, or a member of the school staff, to check if Mana Ake is the right service to support your child. If your child does not currently attend a school, you can request support directly from Mana Ake via manaakefeedback@cdhb.health.nz
Information to help older people and their whanau navigate the health system.
Providing parents, family, whanau and friends with access to information, tools and support to help a young person struggling.
Information and support for Pasifika families on mental health, addiction and suicide prevention.