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Central Lakes Family Services
Social Service, Abuse and Violence Support, Sexual Harm
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Description
We provide a range of services to support people affected by family and sexual violence. This can include social work supports, counselling, Ministry of Justice approved programmes, parenting and child/youth supports.
Sexual harm support:
- Support services for anyone who has experienced sexual abuse, current or historic, including support through the medical examination process following sexual assault.
- Counselling support for survivors of sexual abuse
- Information and resources for family and friends.
How to access: The quickest way to get a medical examination is to call 111 or your local Police and they will contact us to support you.
Family violence support:
This service caters to anyone affected by family violence including youth and children. Services include:
- Crisis Support 24/7
- Safety programmes and non-violence programmes - see here for more information
- Social work - general support and advocacy
- Needs assessment and safety planning services
- Support for mild to moderate mental health issues for children
- Community education and training packages - see here for more information
- Parenting support
- Perinatal supports for pregnant and new parents
- Whānau Protect Home Safety Service
- Women's Refuge Services
- Social Workers in Schools
- Strengthening Families Services
- Mental Health Supports
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Please call FREE 0508 440 255 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, for non-judgemental support and advice from our caring team of skilled professionals.
Referral
Website / App
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Languages Spoken
English
Services Provided
CLFS provides a range of support services for anyone affected by sexual harm. We support those who are self referred, referred by Police and medical sexual assault specialists. Services provided include: Crisis telephone support for those impacted by sexual harm Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Telephone and face-to-face support for those impacted by current and/or historic sexual abuse/assault. Support through the medical examination process, Police statements and interviews, and court hearings/trials. Information and resources to clients, their friends and family. Referrals to ACC Sensitive Claims counsellors and other health professionals where appropriate, including in other regions/countries to ensure continuity of care if clients move out of our area. We can liaise with anyone the client wishes us to liaise with to assist their recovery, e.g., mental health services, WINZ, employers, family members, friends, Police and ACC.
CLFS provides a range of support services for anyone affected by sexual harm. We support those who are self referred, referred by Police and medical sexual assault specialists. Services provided include: Crisis telephone support for those impacted by sexual harm Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Telephone and face-to-face support for those impacted by current and/or historic sexual abuse/assault. Support through the medical examination process, Police statements and interviews, and court hearings/trials. Information and resources to clients, their friends and family. Referrals to ACC Sensitive Claims counsellors and other health professionals where appropriate, including in other regions/countries to ensure continuity of care if clients move out of our area. We can liaise with anyone the client wishes us to liaise with to assist their recovery, e.g., mental health services, WINZ, employers, family members, friends, Police and ACC.
- Immediate help
- Support and counselling
CLFS provides a range of support services for anyone affected by sexual harm. We support those who are self referred, referred by Police and medical sexual assault specialists. Services provided include:
- Crisis telephone support for those impacted by sexual harm Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
- Telephone and face-to-face support for those impacted by current and/or historic sexual abuse/assault.
- Support through the medical examination process, Police statements and interviews, and court hearings/trials.
- Information and resources to clients, their friends and family.
- Referrals to ACC Sensitive Claims counsellors and other health professionals where appropriate, including in other regions/countries to ensure continuity of care if clients move out of our area.
- We can liaise with anyone the client wishes us to liaise with to assist their recovery, e.g., mental health services, WINZ, employers, family members, friends, Police and ACC.
We provide family violence services for adults, youth and children currently experiencing family violence, are affected by past family violence or using family violence within their family.
We provide family violence services for adults, youth and children currently experiencing family violence, are affected by past family violence or using family violence within their family.
- Counselling
- Education programmes
- Family violence intervention
- Information and support
We provide family violence services for adults, youth and children currently experiencing family violence, are affected by past family violence or using family violence within their family.
This service is offered to clients that need help understanding legal proceedings, Work & Income, Police and medical procedures.
This service is offered to clients that need help understanding legal proceedings, Work & Income, Police and medical procedures.
This service is offered to clients that need help understanding legal proceedings, Work & Income, Police and medical procedures.
Non Violence Programme: This programme is for people who have been directed by the court (as the respondent of a protection order), or by the Department of Corrections to complete a non-violence programme. The programme is designed to assist those who use to learn new skills and strategies for themselves which don’t include violence, and to understand the impact of their behaviour on their partner. The programme assists those who are committed and motivated to make some good and positive changes, to have healthier relationships.
Non Violence Programme: This programme is for people who have been directed by the court (as the respondent of a protection order), or by the Department of Corrections to complete a non-violence programme. The programme is designed to assist those who use to learn new skills and strategies for themselves which don’t include violence, and to understand the impact of their behaviour on their partner. The programme assists those who are committed and motivated to make some good and positive changes, to have healthier relationships.
Non Violence Programme: This programme is for people who have been directed by the court (as the respondent of a protection order), or by the Department of Corrections to complete a non-violence programme. The programme is designed to assist those who use to learn new skills and strategies for themselves which don’t include violence, and to understand the impact of their behaviour on their partner. The programme assists those who are committed and motivated to make some good and positive changes, to have healthier relationships.
Emergency accommodation can be provided in absolute emergencies for short periods of stay and is offered to those that are in immediate danger.
Emergency accommodation can be provided in absolute emergencies for short periods of stay and is offered to those that are in immediate danger.
Emergency accommodation can be provided in absolute emergencies for short periods of stay and is offered to those that are in immediate danger.
Our parenting programmes are designed to provide practical strategies, ideas and insights to inspire and equip you with your parenting journey. These are suitable for all ages and stages whether a baby, toddler, primary or high school.
Our parenting programmes are designed to provide practical strategies, ideas and insights to inspire and equip you with your parenting journey. These are suitable for all ages and stages whether a baby, toddler, primary or high school.
- Parenting education
Our parenting programmes are designed to provide practical strategies, ideas and insights to inspire and equip you with your parenting journey. These are suitable for all ages and stages whether a baby, toddler, primary or high school.
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Child / Tamariki friendly, Speak with women / wahine, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Region
Central Lakes
Website
Contact Details
14-20 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra
Central Lakes
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Phone
0508 440 255
Email
Website
14/20 Centennial Avenue
Bridge Hill
Alexandra
Otago 9320
Street Address
14/20 Centennial Avenue
Bridge Hill
Alexandra
Otago 9320
Postal Address
PO Box 302
Queenstown
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This page was last updated at 1:24PM on January 15, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Central Lakes Family Services.
We can support you to make positive change within your family. Our social workers can provide comprehensive assessments to help identify strengths and develop achievable plans to improve your situation. We help families deal with family harm, sexual harm, mild/moderate mental health, parenting strategies, maternal mental health, home based support and behaviour problems with children. We aim to empower families to change and develop long term strategies.
We can support you to make positive change within your family. Our social workers can provide comprehensive assessments to help identify strengths and develop achievable plans to improve your situation. We help families deal with family harm, sexual harm, mild/moderate mental health, parenting strategies, maternal mental health, home based support and behaviour problems with children. We aim to empower families to change and develop long term strategies.