Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol
Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD), Non-acute specialist mental health community services, Training - mental health
South Canterbury
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services
We receive referrals from all sources, including self-referrals.
FAMHS works closely with Te Whatu Ora Health NZ South Canterbury Mental Health & Addiction Services.
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:
https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/mental-health-addictions/mental-health-addictions/family-mental-health-support-inc/