At Kapiti Women's Refuge, we provide the support and information you need when you’re dealing with violence in your life.
Our free confidential services include:
Confidential, non judgmental support
24 hour crisis line
24/7 access to our safe house
Advocacy when dealing with police, legal, court, WINZ, housing, doctors, immigration, schools and Oranga Tamariki
Referrals to counsellors, doctors, lawyers and other support services
Education and support groups for women and children about living free from violence
Staff
We have a centre manager, 4 advocates and 3 additonal staff members. We also have a dedicated team of volunteers that help with the crisis line and the day to day running of the service.
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
The service is free and confidential.
Hours
Mon – Fri
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The above are our office hours.
We provide 24/7 crisis support via our Crisis Line: (04) 297 2595
Public Holidays: Closed King's Birthday (3 Jun), Matariki (28 Jun), Labour Day (28 Oct), Wellington Anniversary (20 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr).
Languages Spoken
English
Services Provided
Abuse and violence support
Advocacy
Refuge
Elder abuse
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi,
Phone,
Speak with women / wahine,
Child / Tamariki friendly
