It's still OK to ask for help. And help is still available.
If you need to talk, contact one of the services below.
They’re all essential services, so they’re still there when you need them.
Family Violence Information Line
Information and support for anyone who is worried about themselves or someone else in relation to family violence. They can also connect you with other support services if you need them.
Women’s Refuge
24/7 help for women and children experiencing family violence, including advocacy and accommodation.
Click on the Shielded Site logo on websites including NZ Post, The Warehouse and many more. This web-based real time chat option for seeking help leaves no digital footprint.
Safe to Talk
Confidential help for people who have experienced sexual harm, or who have harmed others. They can also connect you with other support services if you need them. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Shine
Confidential help for people experiencing family violence or abuse, or concerned about someone else, and people using abuse who want to make a change. They can also connect you with other support services if you need them.
Hey Bro
Help for men who are worried they could harm a loved one or whānau member and want to make a change.
Safe Man Safe Family
Helps break the cycle of violence by connecting men with former perpetrators who have been on a journey of recovery from violence and are now “safe”.
1737
Speak to a trained counsellor for support with grief, anxiety, distress or mental wellbeing.
If you think someone else could be in danger
It’s also OK to ask for help. Keep an eye out for the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable children and adults and if you think someone could be harmed or could harm themselves
