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Abuse and Rape Crisis Support (ARCS) Manawatu

Sexual Harm Service

Today

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Description

Support and recovery social work, counselling and education for adults, adolescents and children in areas of sexual violence.

Age: 5 years and over.  We will provide support for caregivers of children under 5 who have experienced sexual harm.

Region: Manawatū, Horowhenua, Tararua

Description:

Abuse and Rape Crisis Support Manawatū provides:

  • Individual Support - for survivors of sexual violence, recent or historic, and their families including information on legal and medical procedures and court support services. 
  • Counselling - for children, adolescents and adults who have experienced sexual violence and their families.
  • Voyage Programme - programme for children (5-11 years) who have experienced the effects of abuse (sexual, physical, emotional or psychological)
  • Community Education - for community organisations, workplaces and health related areas

All our services are FREE

How to Access:

It is encouraged that you call to make an appointment.

Referrals are not required but are welcome.

Visit our website here

Ages

Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

How do I access this service?

Contact us, Make an appointment, Referral, Walk in

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Fees and Charges Description

All our services are free.

Hours

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Mon – Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Appointments are highly recommended. 

Public Holidays: Closed Wellington Anniversary (19 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Sunday (5 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr), ANZAC Day (observed) (27 Apr), King's Birthday (1 Jun), Matariki (10 Jul), Labour Day (26 Oct).
Christmas: Open 22 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 28 Dec. Open 29 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 4 Jan. Open 5 Jan — 9 Jan.

Languages Spoken

English

Services Provided

Rape and sexual abuse victims/survivors

Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.

  • Counselling and support
  • Groups and programmes

Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.

Sexual harm - training, education, workforce development

Provision of specialist training, education and support for those who work in the sexual harm sector.

Provision of specialist training, education and support for those who work in the sexual harm sector.

Rape and sexual abuse counselling (ACC sensitive claims)

ACC Sensitive Claims counselling for victims and survivors of sexual harm.

ACC Sensitive Claims counselling for victims and survivors of sexual harm.

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, NZ sign language interpreter, Mobility parking space, Support to make decisions

Additional Details

Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone

Parking

Disability parking space available otherwise no onsite parking. Street parking (metered) is available.

Region

MidCentral

Contact Details

This page was last updated at 9:01AM on October 15, 2025. This information is reviewed and edited by Abuse and Rape Crisis Support (ARCS) Manawatu.