Common sense and comfort for the grieving: What normal grief is What to expect and how to handle it Staying in the drivers seat Answers and practical guidelines Help for people who want help What to say and what not to Book ‘Getting through Grief’ available through Christine on the above number or leave a … Continued
Salvation Army Gambling and addiction Service The Oasis Centre for problem gambling offers free: Counselling for Individuals, Couples and Family members; Education courses; Support groups; Budgeting referrals; Programmes are available in Christchurch, Central Canterbury and North Canterbury. For more information ring the number listed above. Out of Oasis hours telephone the Gambling Problem Helpline 0800 … Continued
SERVICES Services available through the Field Worker include information, support, advocacy, problem solving, genetic testing referral, education, public relations, assistance to people with HD, caregivers, people at risk, family members, friends, employers or community members. Regular meetings and social contact.
HOURS 9.00am-5.00pm Monday to Friday Counselling is a free and confidential service offered by the Family Court. The 3 hrs daily service is provided for people who are having difficulties in their relationship – a form requesting counselling must be completed by one of the parties, and handed in to the Court. Counselling is available … Continued
Available for older clients through the Harakeke Centre. Free counselling for those suffering earthquake stress. Qualified and experienced in a diverse range of client needs including loss, grief and separation and caring for elderly. Qualifications: M.N.Z.A.C.,B.A., Adv.Dip.Tching, Adviser in Special Education, Reg Teacher- Primary,Secondary,Tertiary,Teacher of Deaf, Remedial Reading Specialist,ESOL.
*Hope Centre services:. Main activities relate to: Running life skills groups Home support Advocacy. Given changed circumstances it is appropriate to first contact the Hope Centre and they will advise as to whom may be contacted for a specific need. Sallies Family Store, 355B Riccarton Rd, phone 341 8539 – good quality secondhand clothing, furniture, … Continued
The Christchurch City Mission is a Christian Social Service Agency (a branch of Anglican Social Services).The Mission offers support and general help to the disadvantaged, including the elderly. They operate Night Shelter for men and women, and offer Alcohol and Drug Counselling Service. Have Thorpe house to assist people over 17 years old to detox … Continued
There are 3 EAP Services Regional Offices, Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is part of your organisation’s Health and Safety strategy. The EAP helps staff deal with personal and work issues which can affect work performance. These issues may include: Marital or Family Difficulties, Alcohol or Drugs, Violence, Parenting Problems, Workplace … Continued
A quiet women-only space where women can drop in for a coffee, chat, information or just time out. One to one support from Centre Co-ordinator or one of their skilled Support Workers. A call-in line for women in crisis, to talk with a skilled worker. Advocacy (e.g. supporting clients in contact with CYF, WINZ, the … Continued
/ The RSA is now operating out of their new home on the RSA’s original site at 74 Armagh St in the central city. Thay are up and running and the administration office is located on Level One of the building. They were fully operational in time for a formal opening of the building on … Continued
