Getting Help In New Zealand
Helping and support agencies in New Zealand include:
Your own doctor.
Your local police station. Ask to speak with a Youth Aid Officer. Their number is in the blue pages at the front of your telephone directory.
Alcohol Helpline - 0800 787 797
Barnardos - 0800 222 345
Citizens Advice Bureau - 0800 367 222
Family Planning Association - (04) 384 4349 (national office)
Family Violence - 0800 456 450
Gambling - 0800 654 655
Internet Safety - 0508 638 7233 (0800 NETSAFE)
Lifeline - 0800 543 354
Mental Health Services - 0800 800 717 (24 hour helpline)
Plunketline - 0800 933 922
Skylight - 0800 299 100
Youthline - 0800 376 633
YouthNet Empower Line - 0800 800 525
What's Up - 0800 942 8787
Remember
Throughout New Zealand, a number of support services are available to help and support young people and their families. Start keeping a list of the local services available in your area and keep it handy. Among these would be the Child, Youth and Family Service. Their telephone number is in the blue pages at the front of your telephone directory.
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