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Taupō Women's Refuge - Awhina Society Inc

Refuge Service, Abuse and Violence Support

Today

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Description

The Awhina Society operates to provide a 24/7 means of escape from domestic violence in the Taupō Community by providing support, nourishment, encouragement and advocacy for families and individuals in need.

The Taupō Women's Refuge works with women to make positive change by working alongside the Awhina Society. A safe house is also available to women and children suffering the effects of family violence. 

The Taupō Community Food Bank service is also available.

Ages

Older adult / Kaumātua, Adult / Pakeke

How do I access this service?

Contact us

Need help now? If you need advice, guidance, or you may simply wish to talk you can call anytime. You can call our Crisis / Support Line 24 hours a day: (07) 377 1055

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Fees and Charges Description

There is no charge for engaging with our services but food and/or monetary donations are gratefully received and enable us to keep up with services and supplies for the food bank.

Hours

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM

24/7 Crisis Line: (07) 377 1055

Office hours: 8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Friday

Languages Spoken

English

Services Provided

Abuse and violence support

We provide 24/7 means of escape from domestic violence in the Taupō community by providing support, nourishment, encouragement and advocacy for families and individuals in need.

  • Education programmes
  • Family violence intervention
  • Information and support
  • Referral to specialist services
  • Victim support

We provide 24/7 means of escape from domestic violence in the Taupō community by providing support, nourishment, encouragement and advocacy for families and individuals in need.

Refuge

A safe house is available to women and children suffering the effects of family violence.

A safe house is available to women and children suffering the effects of family violence.

Advocacy
Education and training
Elder abuse
Food support

The Taupō Community Food Bank service is also available The Taupō Community Food Bank service is also available

The Taupō Community Food Bank service is also available

Social services crisis assessment

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access

Additional Details

Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Speak with women / wahine, Phone, Child / Tamariki friendly, LGBTQIA+ friendly

Region

Lakes

Contact Details

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

129 Spa Road
Taupo
Waikato 3330

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Street Address

129 Spa Road
Taupō
Waikato 3330

Postal Address

PO Box 595
Taupō 3351

This page was last updated at 9:55PM on November 4, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Taupo Women's Refuge - Awhina Society Inc.