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Stopping Violence Services (Christchurch)
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Description
SVS's mission and purpose is: Challenging Violence - Changing Attitudes - Changing Lives. E wero ana I ngā tūkinotanga, E huri ana i ngā whakaaro, E huri ana i tōu huarahi.
We achieve this through psychoeducational non violence programmes which teach healthy coping strategies and tools to assist in developing respectful relationships, while still holding people accountable for their past behaviour.
Staff
Programmes are delivered by highly-qualified, professional clinicians, who are passionate about helping people develop healthy and respectful relationships.
Ages
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Call us on (0800) 478 778 to talk to one of our caring and non-judgemental kaimahi.
Make an appointment
Referral
We accept referrals both from individuals (self referrals) and agencies including: health professionals, schools, employers, the Ministry of Justice, Department of Corrections, Oranga Tamariki and tertiary institutions.
Referrals involve an initial assessment to decide on the most appropriate support options for each person.
Website / App
https://www.svschch.org.nz/Contact-Us/
For Enabling Youth : http://www.enablingyouth.co.nz/
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free, Fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
Most programmes are free of charge, however some programmes may incur a fee
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Public Holidays: Closed Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct), Canterbury Anniversary (14 Nov).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English, Samoan
Services Provided
SVS provides court accredited individual and group non violence programmes throughout the Canterbury region. Our specialist Enabling Youth programme helps at risk young people learn emotional regulation and behavioural management skills, encouraging life long learning and the development of positive relationships. Te Whare Hāpai, SVS's wraparound housing service in Christchurch, offers short term accommodation and support for men at risk of using violence with their whānau.
SVS provides court accredited individual and group non violence programmes throughout the Canterbury region. Our specialist Enabling Youth programme helps at risk young people learn emotional regulation and behavioural management skills, encouraging life long learning and the development of positive relationships. Te Whare Hāpai, SVS's wraparound housing service in Christchurch, offers short term accommodation and support for men at risk of using violence with their whānau.
SVS provides court accredited individual and group non violence programmes throughout the Canterbury region.
Our specialist Enabling Youth programme helps at risk young people learn emotional regulation and behavioural management skills, encouraging life long learning and the development of positive relationships.
Te Whare Hāpai, SVS's wraparound housing service in Christchurch, offers short term accommodation and support for men at risk of using violence with their whānau.
SVS has been operating in Christchurch for over 30 years and holds contracts with the Department of Corrections, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Social Development and Oranga Tamariki. Programmes are currently provided across the Canterbury region, including in Christchurch, Ashburton, Rangiora, Timaru, Geraldine and Waimate.
SVS has been operating in Christchurch for over 30 years and holds contracts with the Department of Corrections, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Social Development and Oranga Tamariki. Programmes are currently provided across the Canterbury region, including in Christchurch, Ashburton, Rangiora, Timaru, Geraldine and Waimate.
- Counselling
- Education programmes
- Family violence intervention
- Information and support
- Referral to specialist services
SVS has been operating in Christchurch for over 30 years and holds contracts with the Department of Corrections, Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Social Development and Oranga Tamariki.
Programmes are currently provided across the Canterbury region, including in Christchurch, Ashburton, Rangiora, Timaru, Geraldine and Waimate.
Emergency accommodation
Emergency accommodation
Emergency accommodation
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Speak with women / wahine, Speak with men / tane, LGBTQIA+ friendly, Online / virtual / app
Region
Canterbury, South Canterbury
Website
Contact Details
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Phone
(03) 365 6266
Email
Website
67-69 Riccarton Road
Riccarton
Christchurch
Canterbury 8011
Street Address
67-69 Riccarton Road
Riccarton
Christchurch
Canterbury 8011
Postal Address
PO Box 774
Christchurch 8140
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This page was last updated at 11:09AM on July 15, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Stopping Violence Services (Christchurch).