The holiday season isn’t easy for everyone, and that’s okay. 🩵 If this season feels hard, have a look through the articles below for some ways to support yourself and find moments of calm.
If you are worried about the safety of a loved one, or someone else, you can call the Crisis Team on 0800 800 717 or dial 111 in an emergency.
Important numbers and resources to find advice and support at a time of crisis or distress:
Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor.
Lifeline 0800 543 354 or (09) 522 2999 | Free text 4357 (HELP)
Youthline 0800 376 633
Samaritans 0800 726 666
If you or someone you know is at risk of harm: dial 111 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department.
Call 0800 611 116 for your nearest DHB Mental Health Crisis Team (CATT Team).
Do you need support? Yellow Brick Road is a national organisation that provides support for whānau who have a loved one experiencing mental health challenges.
For more information about helping family / whānau visit mentalhealth.org.nz
Empowered is a free, self-paced, online course from Anxiety NZ to support your mental wellbeing.
You can download the free "Child Anxiety" guide below. We also highly recommend checking out the course "Untangling Anxiety", presented by Parenting Place. It is an engaging, self-paced course with bite-sized modules designed for busy parents.
Parenting Place is New Zealand's family charity; creating and delivering resources for parents at every age and stage.
By using the link below and entering the discount code ANXIETY10 at checkout, you will get 10% off your enrolment. Anxiety NZ will also receive a small payment, every contribution enables us to keep sharing these resources and supporting children, caregivers and families.
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