Support for Carers

Programme Areas

Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol

Programme Type

Peer / advocacy / group / family whanau support, Advocacy / group / family whanau support (AOD)

Regions

Waikato

Age Groups

Child, Youth, Adult, Older adult

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

Referrals usually come via self-referral, community mental health services or DHB services.

We prefer that referrals are made via email. A referral form is available upon request.

Description

We provide information, support, education and advocacy for those who care for someone with mental health and/or addiction issues.

Information includes:

• Written resources relating to mental health disorders and addictions; information for families/whanau and caregivers.
• Useful websites supporting families living with someone with mental illness or addiction
• Monthly newsletters

Support includes:

• A designated family support facilitator
• Telephone support
• Group support meetings

Meetings are held in rural areas where you gain encouragement from others who understand the impact of living with someone with mental illness and addiction.

Education includes:

• Workshops and programmes are delivered.
• A comprehensive library is available for your use.
• Printed materials.

Retreats:

• We organise time out from your loved ones.
• A chance to have fun and relax with others who understand.

Youth Programmes:

We organise recreational outings and events for the younger members of your family.