Family Support Service

Programme Areas

Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol

Programme Type

Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions, Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD), Non-acute specialist mental health community services, Training - mental health

Regions

South Canterbury

Age Groups

Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

We receive referrals from all sources, including self-referrals.

FAMHS works closely with Te Whatu Ora Health NZ South Canterbury Mental Health & Addiction Services.

Description

The family support staff are registered nurses who offer a range of support options which might include information and education about mental illness and addiction, problem-solving, crisis planning and liaison/advocacy with other services.

Support is available by:

• telephone contact
• visits to your home
• appointments at our office
• liaison with mental health and other services