HELPLINES
Skylight is a highly regarded national not-for-profit trust that enables children, young people, their families/whānau and friends to navigate through tough times of trauma, loss and grief. Skylight also facilitates their access to expert information, education, professional services and support. We also educate, train and support professionals, agencies and individuals who assist those dealing with trauma, loss and grief. Our services include: A national resource and information centre Nationwide free lending library with specialised resources including books, games and DVDs A shop of specialised support resources Training and professional development nationwide Support groups Travellers – a national secondary school based resilience programme for young people Counselling services Waves – a bereaved by suicide programme for adults Parenting through separation courses
Our services include: Safe emergency accommodation Advocacy and support Relocation to other areas Justice approved Education DVA (Domestic Violence Approved) programme for women, children and teenagers Public awareness Domestic violence training to government and non-government organisations
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.
For women living with violence, or in fear, in their relationship or family.
Support and help for anyone experiencing violence, or for those who want to change their own violent or abusive behaviour.
Information about services that can help you if you are experiencing or witnessing violence, or want to change your own behaviour.
Nga Whiitiki Whanau Ahuru Mowai O Aotearoa – National Collective of Rape Crisis and Related Groups Aotearoa. Support for rape or sexual assault.
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.