Suicide Prevention and Support
Click this link to go to the Home Page 'Contacts' list of who to contact when you need support CONTACTS
If you need help or advice, please call:
111 for the Police if it is an immediate emergency concern for yourself or someone else.
0800 277 997 TACT Timaru Mental Health Crisis Team (Child and Adolescent Services- TACT Team). If you are extremely worried about your own or someone else's mental health call THE CRISIS TEAM (TACT) here
0508 828 865 for the CRISIS HELPLINE help or advice for yourself or for someone you are worried about.
0800 543345 (or text 4357) for LIFELINE suppport and advice 24/7 for FREE confidential support.
1737 g.nz/ for text support with a 24/7 counsellor here
0508 828 865 Tautoko Suicide crisis helpline. Free nationwide service open 24/7 here
Counties Manakau have launched a SAFETY APP for those at risk of suicide and it can be found here: Manawa Safety App
Please click on the 'Buttons' to access the linked sites.
CONTACTS LIST
School Guidance Counsellor, Mrs Jo Grace (gracejo@craighead.school.nz - 03 6842257; Chaplain, Rev Lucy Flatt flattlu@craighead.school.nz ; The Deans (Sonia Ottley ottleyis33@craighead.school.nz for Yr7/8 ; Sue Tregenza tregenzasu@craighead.school.nz for Yr 9 ; Kim Fairbrother fairbrotherki@craighead.school.nz; for Yr 10, Holly Scott scottho@craighead.school.nz; for Yr 11, Clare Spiers spierscl@craighead.school.nz for Yr 12; Lara Hearn hearnla@craighead.school.nz , and/or Andrew Jones jonesan@craighead.school.nz for Yr 13); or your Whānau Teacher, Senior Management (via the school office: 03 688 6074), or Subject Teacher. This can be done by talking to them, or ask another teacher to put you in touch, emailing, calling, or messaging them, or stopping by their rooms down the main West Watson admin corridor (for the School Guidance Counsellor, Deans, Chaplain, or Senior Management). If you are unsure ask any teacher you feel comfortable talking to to help you get in touch, or go to reception)
Or you could try your doctor, or the Public Health Nurse, Steph Chapman schapman@scdhb.health.nz (022 0100343)
1737 - Call or TEXT anytime 24/7. There is also a new option where you can talk with someone who has lived experience of wairangi/mental distress. This link asks for your permission to direct you to the page.
105 - Police non-emergency number This is an option for when the situation is not urgent (otherwise call 111 immediately). Examples might be if you have witnessed a crime, or had something stolen, or think you have information that the police might need etc.
Adventure Development - Thrive Te Pae Ora Brief intervention service supporting youth mental health wellbeing in Timaru and South Canterbury - 0800 292 988). Referrals can be done by yourself if over 16, through your family, school counsellor, or doctor.
Alcohol and Drug Helpline and website For support with alcohol and drugs for yourself or those you care for. There is also an onlin chat option. 0800 787 797
Anger Management Support, Timaru If you are struggling managing your anger, Enabling Youth provides a programme to manage your anger safely. You can refer through Mrs Grace or directly with the service. Tel: (03) 365 6266.
Arawhenua Whānau Services A Maori Health Provider offering a Marae Based Health Clinic, Youth & Adult Mental Health Services and Tamariki Ora for the Aoraki rohe (South Canterbury Region).
0508 828 865 for the SUICIDE CRISIS HELPLINE help or advice for yourself or for someone you are worried about.
Depression NZ 0800 111 757 or text 4202 for 24/7 support.
Healthline - Phone 0800 358 5453 – anyone with COVID-19 symptoms can call 24/7 for free health advice. Interpreter services and NZ Relay Services are available to callers.
Family Planning Clinic, Timaru For women's wellness needs. The service is free for youth under 22 yrs old. Appointments must be booked online. This service can also be accessed through our Public health Nurse.
Family Works supports families to be safe, strong and connected. Working alongside you and your family, we focus on your strengths, offering free services, programmes, information and other practical support. FW also supports children and young people, helping them overcome challenges at home or school. This can include including counselling, social work and programmes, working alongside the child or young person and with families, schools and in the community.
iCAMHS 0800 227 997. Infant, Child, and Adolescent Mental Health. iCAMHS supports with mental health concerns. Referrals are made with parent/caregiver support through the school guidance counsellor, family doctor, or through your family/whānau.
LGTBQI RainbowYOUTH is a charitable organisation that was established in 1989. RainbowYOUTH is here to work with queer, gender diverse, takatāpui & intersex youth, their friends, whānau and wider communities in order to ensure that New Zealand is a place where all young people can thrive. (09)3764155.
Lifeline Aotearoa Whatever the issue, we’re here to listen. We’re committed to providing a safe, effective and confidential service to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of our callers and communities. Call 0800 LIFELINE (0800 543 354) or text HELP (4357) for free, 24/7, confidential support – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
MSD’s COVID WELFARE LINE - You don’t need to be a current user of welfare services. Anyone who is self-isolating and needs support can fill in a form or phone 0800 512 337 8am–8pm daily.
Oceans Grief and Loss/ Social Justice Anglican care support through Presbyterian Support. Contact Matt on 0800 OCEANS (623267) Phone/Text: 0274 OCEANS (623267), or Ruth on 021 134 0307 / 03 686 0934.
Oranga Tamariki 0508 FAMILY. Dedicated to supporting any child in New Zealand whose wellbeing is at significant risk of harm now, or in the future.
RAT Testing - click to re-direct to order a Rapid Antigen Test test - Members of the public can order rapid antigen test (RAT) kits for home testing, if they have COVID-19 symptoms, are a Household Contact or advised to get a Covid test by a medical professional. You can request RATs through the requestrats.covid19.health.nz website or via a free call at 0800 222 478 (and choosing option 3). RATS are free under the public health response for those who need a test - household contacts and people with symptoms. Note: To make a request via the website, people will need to have access to a mobile phone to validate the order. RATs can be requested on behalf of someone else.
Safe to Talk For support around sexual violence call the National Sexual Harm Helpline and website TEXT 4334
SPARX Interactive support for managing your mood and supporting your hauora . This site enables you to create an avatar and navigate through various scenarios that help you learn to manage your emotions. This is also available as an App.
Tautoko Suicide crisis helpline. A free nationwide service offering support and from highly experienced professionals from anyone who may need immediate support over the mental health of themselves or someone they know. This is 24/7 service. 0508 828 865.
TACT - Mental Health Crisis Team (Child and Adolescent Services- TACT Team). If you are extremely worried about your own or someone else's mental health call THE CRISIS TEAM (TACT) on 0800 277 997
The Lowdown "For straight up answers when life sucks". Support for young people aged 12-19yrs old. FREE TXT 5626, web chat or email.
Whatsup A safe place to talk and chat about anything at all. Nothing is off-limits from Covid-19, friendships, family bothers, self image etc. You can web chat or call 0800 942 8787.
Youthline A community of people to engage with for support. It has stories and support for you or if you are supporting someone else. it covers anxiety, exam stress, advice and much more. Contact them via: Free call 0800 376 633, Free text 234, talk@youthline.co.nz, or Webchat.
Timaru Youth Health Clinic. Free medical consultations for youth aged 12-25 yrs on Tuesdays 2pm-4.30pm at Talbot Park, 156 Otipua road, North entrance.