There are a number of services available outside of Waitara High School for your young person if you have concerns about their emotional or mental health.  They can be accessed through either your G.P. or Waitara High School’s counsellor (Andrew French) email: afr@waitarahs.school.nz

Possible options available are:

• Taranaki Primary Connections (T.P.C.): Free

• Taiohi Ora (Tui Ora): Free

• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS): Free

• Private Counsellor or Psychologist: Fees apply

Please feel free to contact Janet by email (above) if you would like to discuss any concerns about your young person’s emotional or mental health. Alternatively, you may also contact Frances Barrett on fba@waitarahs.school.nz

If your young person has disclosed suicidality, or you have concerns for their safety, please phone your GP during work hours or the Crisis Team (out of work hours): 06 753 6139 or 0274254319. If you would prefer to talk to the School Counsellor first please contact Janet.

Being a parent or caregiver of teenagers is not an easy role at the best of times. Challenging and stressful times, such as Covid-19 can add to them. If you need support or counselling for yourself, or another adult member of your whanau, there are a number of services available:

• Taranaki Primary Connections (T.P.C.): Free through your G.P.

• Tui Ora: Free via their website https://www.tuiora.co.nz/ They also offer addiction services

• If your employer has a contract with EAP you can access their service. Contact: 0800 327 669. The service is confidential and your employer does not get told your name

• There are links to telephone helplines, Tui Ora (Facebook and Instagram) and apps you can download, on other parts of the Student Support WHS online portal

• Tu Tama Wahine 06 758 5795 

• Tautoko Suicide Crisis Helpline: Free Phone: 0508 828 865