Mā te mātauranga, ka mārama | Resources

   Through knowledge, we find understanding 

 

By sharing our knowledge and the knowledge of others we support the wellbeing of our tāngata mātau ā-wheako. We also listen to and amplify their voices, through submissions and advocacy, to drive national awareness and understanding of the mana we all hold.

Helplines and Local Mental Health Services


Click here to access a range of services if you or someone else you know needs to talk.

This list has been provided by the Ministry of Health and the Mental Health Foundation. Print it out, screenshot it or download it to keep somewhere handy - it includes contact details for a range of helplines and mental health services, including options for deaf and hard-of-hearing people.

 

Click here to access the Te Kete Hauora Wellness Service Directory

Click here to access support and resources for the Deaf community. This list has been provided by Platform.

Click here to access Aoke te Rā, a service supporting people bereaved by suicide throughout Aotearoa.

Me kōrero kia ora ai tātou - Let us connect so we may find wellbeing.


 

He puna mātauranga | Resources we support

 

 
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Support Over the Holidays
Support Over the Holidays

Christmas can be a challenging time of year, for all sorts of reasons. With the help of our community, we’ve put together a list of useful articles and support, gift guides and activity suggestions to see you through the holidays.

Ngātahi Ora
Ngātahi Ora

We offer Peer Support throughout Aotearoa to tangata whaiora who are thinking of getting their COVID-19 Vaccination. We are also providing online forums and huis to talk about how tangata whaiora are feeling about the vaccination, what is standing in their way and what their are experiences are and how they can be supported. This is a collective wellbeing project powered by Balance Aotearoa. Warm line - text or phone 021 025 21613 Call 0800 10 25 55 for free peer support.

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1737
1737

We’re here. Free call or text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor. Our service is completely free.

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The Alchohol Drug Helpline
The Alchohol Drug Helpline

The Alcohol Drug Helpline provides friendly, non-judgmental, professional help and advice. If you are concerned about your own, or someone you care about’s drinking or drug taking they can assist with information, insight, support and strategies.

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Mental Health Foundation
Mental Health Foundation

The Mental Health Foundation has a detailed brochure of all mental health-related Helplines in New Zealand. Which you can find on their website or directly below.

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Need to Talk?
Need to Talk?

Clearhead is a website and mobile app which helps you to understand your challenges and provide you with personalised mental health support.

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Have your say on the Mental Health Bill 2024.
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Te Whare Tapa Whā Worksheets
Te Whare Tapa Whā Worksheets

Te Whare Tapa Whā is a way of thinking about our wellbeing that resonates with a lot of our Changing Minds whānau. We encourage you to take time to reflect gradually, at a pace that feels nourishing for you.

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Weather Event Resources
Weather Event Resources

With more rain possible, it’s natural to want to feel prepared, so we have put together a list of resources we trust – places and websites you can visit if you need information or resources over the next few days.

Please look after yourselves, prioritise your own wellbeing and not just everyone else’s, and take each moment as it comes. Most importantly, stay safe.

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Online Harm and Our Wellbeing
Online Harm and Our Wellbeing

He mana tō te kōrero. Our words have great power. It doesn’t matter if these are spoken aloud or written down, what we say affects others and can contribute to discrimination and prejudice.

It's ok to share opinions and disagree with others, but it is never ok to abuse, harass, bully, threaten or discriminate against others. We can all aim to be kind and courteous online.

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Te Reo Māori Translation of our COVID-19 FAQ
Te Reo Māori Translation of our COVID-19 FAQ

A resource for tāngata whai iti ora, tāngata mātau ā-wheako and their whānau as well as people working in mental health and addiction services.

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‘Nuggets of gold’| Insights from voices of lived experience
‘Nuggets of gold’| Insights from voices of lived experience

This article focuses on kōrero, research and mahi between Changing Minds, people with lived experience of self harm and/or suicide attempt, and the Suicide Mortality Review Committee (SuMRC). If any issues discussed here are resonate for you support is available. This report informs how Aotearoa can be asking about and learning from lived experiences to support suicide prevention strategies.

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COVID-19 Vaccine Facts Flyers
COVID-19 Vaccine Facts Flyers

Earlier this year, Changing Minds created a FAQ guide for people with lived experience of mental distress and/or addiction about the COVID-19 vaccine. To support this, and make trustworthy information widely accessible, we have created a pack of quick COVID-19 vaccine facts.

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NZSL Support and Resources
NZSL Support and Resources

Support and resources for the Deaf community and their whānau including national support and advocacy, regional mental health services and registered Mental Health Professionals fluent in NZSL.

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COVID-19 Vaccination – Your Questions Answered
COVID-19 Vaccination – Your Questions Answered

A resource for tāngata whai iti ora, tāngata mātau ā-wheako and their whānau as well as people working in mental health and addiction services.

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The Mental Health Act
The Mental Health Act

Find out more about the New Zealand Mental Health Act (Mental Health Compulsory Assessment and Treatment Act, 1992) and how it affects you.

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Tuku kōrero | Submissions

 

 
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Review of the Adult Decision-Making Capacity Law
Review of the Adult Decision-Making Capacity Law

Changing Minds has written a community submission on the Law Commission’s review of Adult Decision-Making Capacity Law (Secondary Issues Paper) which was submitted 1 July 2024.

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Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) (Improving Mental Health Outcomes) Amendments Bill.
Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) (Improving Mental Health Outcomes) Amendments Bill.

More than 40 members of the Lived Experience community shared Lived and Living expertise and insights into Changing Minds submission on the Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Amendments Bill.

Find out what this Bill looks to change, and what our community said.

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Have your say on the role and function of District Inspectors.
Have your say on the role and function of District Inspectors.

Tāngata Mātau ā-wheako people with Lived Experience of mental distress, addiction or substance use are invited to share our thoughts with Manatū Hauora (The Ministry of Health).

Two virtual hui are being held on Wednesday 21 February and Thursday 22 February 2024.

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He Ara Āwhina | Pathways to Support
He Ara Āwhina | Pathways to Support

Changing Minds’ submission to the Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission on the He Ara Āwhina (Pathways to Support) Framework.

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The Mental Health and Addiction System And Service Framework 2022-2032.
The Mental Health and Addiction System And Service Framework 2022-2032.
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Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Bill
Pae Ora (Healthy Futures) Bill
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Lived Experience stories, insights and hopes for the future of mental health in Aotearoa
Lived Experience stories, insights and hopes for the future of mental health in Aotearoa

Changing Minds collaborated with twenty-seven individuals around Aotearoa to inform the Transforming mental health law in Aotearoa New Zealand discussion document.

Our submission to the Ministry of Health was guided by the voices of tāngata mātau ā-wheako who shared their experiences of the current Mental Health Act and mental health system with us. Reflecting on almost 40 unique perspectives, our submission focuses on parts two, and five to seven of the discussion document.

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If you or a loved one were placed under a ‘future Act’, how could this experience support long term wellbeing?
If you or a loved one were placed under a ‘future Act’, how could this experience support long term wellbeing?

Changing Minds are advocating on the Ministry of Health discussion document to transform our mental health law. We are seeking views from people with lived experience of mental health and or addiction to support this mahi. The purpose is to create legislation that reflects a human rights-based approach, promotes supported decision-making, aligns with the recovery and wellbeing model of mental health, and provides measures to minimise compulsory or coercive treatment.

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Suicide Prevention Strategy Forum
Suicide Prevention Strategy Forum

Changing Minds hosted a public Suicide Prevention Strategy workshop to talk about the issue and get feedback on the strategy proposed by the Ministry of Health.

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Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill
Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill

Changing Minds NZ endorses the establishment of a Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission as set out in the Bill.

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Te reo tautoko | What people are saying

 
Testimonials

“Your opening keynote address at the eMental Health Congress was simply one of the main highlights of the day. We have received a lot of positive feedback. I also wish to acknowledge what you have done by way of innovation is truly remarkable and be in the know that you are making the difference.”

“I appreciated the kindness and care shown to the Whakatau Mai participants. I was impressed that there was a peer-to-peer facilitator available.”

“Whakatau Mai has changed my life.” “I feel like I am co-creating wellness with others.”

“The Whakatau Mai facilitators have established a light, open and friendly atmosphere for the groups to participate in.”

“Changing Minds do such incredible work and they receive bugger all funding. I know their staff work long hours willingly just to make sh* happen… Happy to help out.”

“Loved hearing about your work… Look forward to seeing more stories shared in due course.”

“Love your mahi.”

“Thanks for the recoVRy goggles at the Expert Forum. More importantly, thanks Taimi and the team for everything you do.”

“Thanks for the recoVRy goggles, display of exceptionally good forward thinking leadership.”

“Thank you for all that you do, especially during these tougher times.”

Te kāhui āwhina | Our Supporters

Our connections of support 

 
 
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 Āwhina atu, āwhina mai | Ways to support us

When you support us, you support the people  

 
 
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Ahakoa he iti, he pounamu | Donate

When you support us, you support real change, for real people.

 
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Kōrero mai | Share your thoughts

We would love your thoughts on a few questions about our website that will help inform us on what you find useful, or not, so we can provide more relevant information to support you, your whānau, and community.