31 December 2026
www.healthpoint.co.nz
Community Mental Health | South Canterbury
Kensington Centre, Corner High and Queen Streets, Timaru
Contact Details
Phone 0800 277 997
Fax (03) 687 2177
Email intake@scdhb.health.nz
Street Address
Corner of High Street and Queen Street
Timaru
Description
This team of health professionals helps people experiencing moderate to severe mental illness in their recovery journey.
Emergency Notification Expiration
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Hours
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
|---|
Crisis assistance is provided outside these hours by the Crisis & Treatment Team | South Canterbury. Call 0800 277 997.
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
This team of health professionals use the strengths philosophy to provide assessment, support, education and treatment to people who have identified moderate to severe mental illness which causes distress and/or enduring disability.
This team of health professionals use the strengths philosophy to provide assessment, support, education and treatment to people who have identified moderate to severe mental illness which causes distress and/or enduring disability.
- Programme Areas
Mental health
- Programme Type
Mental health assessment and treatment
- Regions
South Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services
Referral Process
Individuals can self-refer by calling 027 614 0370 or if in a crisis call 0800 277 997. Alternatively, referrals can come via GP or other local mental health or community organisation. You can also email
- Phone 027 614 0370
- Work hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
- After hours: Crisis Team 0800 277 997
- Located at Kensington Centre, 7 Queen Street, Parkside Timaru
Description
This team of health professionals use the strengths philosophy to provide assessment, support, education and treatment to people who have identified moderate to severe mental illness which causes distress and/or enduring disability.
The Maternal Mental Health Liaison offers mental health screenings for prenatal woman who may have a mental health concern or be on prescribed psychiatric treatment. We provide recommendations to woman in relation to their individual situation which may include a number of the following: facilitation of inpatient care with our regional service based in Christchurch, continued follow up or advice and referral to other community based organisations.
The Maternal Mental Health Liaison offers mental health screenings for prenatal woman who may have a mental health concern or be on prescribed psychiatric treatment. We provide recommendations to woman in relation to their individual situation which may include a number of the following: facilitation of inpatient care with our regional service based in Christchurch, continued follow up or advice and referral to other community based organisations.
- Programme Areas
Maternal mental health or addiction, Mental health
- Programme Type
Maternal mental health assessment and treatment
- Regions
South Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services
Referral Process
Individuals can self-refer by calling 0800 277 997. Alternatively, referrals can come via GP or other local mental health or community organisation. You can also email
- Phone 027 614 0370
- Work hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
- After hours: Crisis Team 0800 277 997
- Located at Kensington Centre, 7 Queen Street, Parkside Timaru
Description
The Maternal Mental Health Liaison offers mental health screenings for prenatal woman who may have a mental health concern or be on prescribed psychiatric treatment.
We provide recommendations to woman in relation to their individual situation which may include a number of the following: facilitation of inpatient care with our regional service based in Christchurch, continued follow up or advice and referral to other community based organisations.
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi
Website
https://www.healthpoint.co.nz/mental-health-addictions/mental-health/community-mental-health-south-canterbury/