Mental Health & Addictions Support

Programme Areas

Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol, Addictions - other, Kaupapa Māori

Programme Type

Peer support (AOD), Community / social support (AOD), Kaupapa Māori (AOD), Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions, Community based support - gambling, Peer / advocacy / group / family whānau support, Community based support - mental health, Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD), Kaupapa Māori - mental health

Regions

Bay of Plenty

Age Groups

Child / tamariki, Youth / rangatahi, Adult / pakeke, Older adult / kaumātua

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

Anyone can contact us by calling 07 315 6042.

We take referrals wherever you are most comfortable; in our office, at your home, marae or community.

• External Referral Form (DOCX, 243.6 KB)

Description

Our mental health and addictions services include peer support, assessment, referral, counselling, education, whanau support and advocacy to support clients through their healing.

We also operate a number of groups ranging from peer support groups through to healing groups.

Our qualified staff are here to help people of all ages dealing with a mental illness or addiction. Whether they are in a private room or at the beach fishing they learn about their client and help them to deal with any concerns they have. 

Te Pou Oranga O Whakatōhea Social & Health Services also provides a range of other services including Domestic Violence support, Social Work, Kaumatua services and Family Start that may also be able to support you. Please contact us for more information on these services.