Phone (03) 365 5344
0800 424 399
Contact us online here
Level 1
12 Hazeldean Road
Addington
Christchurch
Canterbury 8024
PO Box 32035
Linwood
Christchurch 8147
The Mental Health Education and Resource Centre (MHERC) provides information, a free public library (including e-library), as well as professional development, workplace education and community education about mental health, resilience, wellbeing, mental illness and addictions.
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Closed on public holidays.
Public Holidays: Closed ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (3 Jun), Matariki (28 Jun), Labour Day (28 Oct), Canterbury Anniversary (15 Nov), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr).
English
Whether you are seeking help for yourself or someone else, MHERC can provide information and resources including: Support: Friendly, knowledgeable staff to assist you in finding appropriate information and services to meet your needs Library: Free public library with books, DVDs and CDs on a wide range of topics. An e-library is also available. Resources: Brochures and fact sheets, including local support services available Canterbury Mental Health Directory: available online here or hard copies can be purchased online or at our office - cost of hard copies is $12.00 plus postage/courier Workplace Education/Training: Contact MHERC staff for further information about current professional development opportunities, as well as options for in-house training to suit your organisation's needs Community Education: Occasionally MHERC delivers community seminars and workshops. These may be subject to funding availability. We recommend that you subscribe to our newsletters to be kept updated about these. Please note that MHERC is not a clinical service, however staff are happy to assist you to use the Canterbury Mental Health Directory to connect you with local support organisations.
Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol, Addictions - other
Training - AOD, Training - other addictions, Training - mental health
Canterbury
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
Self referral
Anyone can call or visit our office/library at Level 1, 12 Hazeldean Road, Addington, Christchurch during opening hours Monday to Friday 9.00am to 4.30pm. Alternatively contact us by phone (03) 365 5344 / 0800 424 399, or via email - admin@mherc.org.nz
Whether you are seeking help for yourself or someone else, MHERC can provide information and resources including:
Please note that MHERC is not a clinical service, however staff are happy to assist you to use the Canterbury Mental Health Directory to connect you with local support organisations.
MHERC's professional development courses/workshops aim to enhance participants' knowledge, understanding and attitudes from a researched evidence and strengths based perspective. The sessions provide practical skills and tools for participants to use in their everyday practice. Courses are run throughout the year. MHERC can also provide onsite training to organisations. To view current courses scheduled, please visit our website. Webinar is also available for most sessions to people living outside of Christchurch. MHERC is also able to deliver education sessions for NGO's, agencies and businesses. Our expertise in workplace psychology and education enables us to provide both standard and customised solutions to help you achieve a happy, engaged, knowledgeable and skilled workforce. Please contact us on 0800 424399 to discuss your organisation's education requirements. Education sessions can be delivered both within Canterbury and in other regions, by arrangement. Along with our collaborative partners we are able to offer free or affordable education workshops in the community. A well-equipped meeting room is also available for hire to eligible community organisations and businesses at affordable rates.
Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol, Addictions - other
Training - AOD, Training - other addictions, Training - mental health
Canterbury
Adult / Pakeke
Self referral
Visit our website and click on the "Professional Development" and "Workplace Education" tabs for information on current courses and workshops available.
Please contact our Education Team on 0800 424 399 to discuss your organisation's education requirements and how we can assist you.
Professional development courses scheduled onsite at MHERC from July - December 2021.
Note: PDF downloads require the free Adobe Reader application to view.
MHERC's professional development courses/workshops aim to enhance participants' knowledge, understanding and attitudes from a researched evidence and strengths based perspective. The sessions provide practical skills and tools for participants to use in their everyday practice. Courses are run throughout the year. MHERC can also provide onsite training to organisations. To view current courses scheduled, please visit our website. Webinar is also available for most sessions to people living outside of Christchurch.
MHERC is also able to deliver education sessions for NGO's, agencies and businesses. Our expertise in workplace psychology and education enables us to provide both standard and customised solutions to help you achieve a happy, engaged, knowledgeable and skilled workforce. Please contact us on 0800 424399 to discuss your organisation's education requirements. Education sessions can be delivered both within Canterbury and in other regions, by arrangement.
Along with our collaborative partners we are able to offer free or affordable education workshops in the community.
A well-equipped meeting room is also available for hire to eligible community organisations and businesses at affordable rates.
A list of some of the many workplace education and wellbeing sessions available that can be delivered onsite or via live Webinar in workplaces throughout New Zealand.
Note: PDF downloads require the free Adobe Reader application to view.
Our expertise in workplace psychology and education enables us to provide both standard and custom solutions to help you achieve a happy, engaged, knowledgeable and skilled workforce. Find out more here.
Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol, Addictions - other
Training - AOD, Training - other addictions, Training - mental health
Canterbury
Adult / Pakeke
Self referral
For more information and to view a sample of courses we offer, click here or contact us directly with any queries.
Our expertise in workplace psychology and education enables us to provide both standard and custom solutions to help you achieve a happy, engaged, knowledgeable and skilled workforce. Find out more here.
Together with our collaborative partners we are able to offer free or affordable education workshops in the community.
Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol, Addictions - other
Training - AOD, Training - other addictions, Training - mental health
Canterbury
Adult / Pakeke
Self referral
Together with our collaborative partners we are able to offer free or affordable education workshops in the community.
Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Quiet, low sensory environment, Assistance to move around, Mobility parking space
Phone, Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi
Buses that go closest to our new location are 7, 60, 140
On street parking is available outside the building on Hazeldean Road (including disability parks). There is also parking available on level 5 of the neighbouring car park building at 14 Hazeldean Road (use Parkable app to pay), or at Wilson's car park opposite our building on Hazeldean Road (use Parkmate app to pay). NOTE: There are several mobility parks available on Hazeldean Road outside the building for people with disabilities.
https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/mental-health-addictions/mental-health-addictions/mental-health-education-and-resource-centre/