As we collectively experience the waves of a pandemic we so want to be a church that cares well for each other. Here are some ways we are able to help out:
Contactless drop-offs from your Friendly Neighbour when your self-isolating: Need your groceries picked up, kids schooling supplies, a few essentials? Let us know below and your friendly neighbour will be in touch soon.
Pastoral Care: We know this continues to be a tough time for many, so we are always available to listen and pray with you.
It’s ok to ask for help.
if you need to talk to someone, there are helplines available.
These helplines are available to offer support, information and help. All services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Need to Talk? — free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor
Find out more about Need to Talk? 1737
Youthline — call 0800 376 633, free text 234 or email talk@youthline.co.nz
Chat online or find out more at Youthline
Kidsline — call 0800 54 37 54 (0800 KIDSLINE) for young people up to 18 years of age.
Find out more about Kidsline
Skylight — call 0800 299 100 helping children, young people and their families and whānau through tough times of change, loss, trauma and grief
Find out more about Skylight
Lifeline — 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP)
Find out more about Lifeline
Suicide Crisis Helpline — 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)
Find out more about the Suicide Crisis Helpline
Depression and Anxiety Helpline — 0800 111 757 or free text 4202 to talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions.
Find out more about the Depression and Anxiety Helpline
Anxiety phone line — 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY)
Find out more about the Anxiety phone line
Family Services 211 Helpline 0800 211 211 for help finding, and direct transfer to, community-based health and social support services in your area
Visit the Family Services Directory online
If you need help to keep yourself and your loved ones safe click here, or for financial support click here.
There are also a bunch of resources and tools available to help you look after your mental wellbeing. You can access these here.
