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Are You Ok Helpline
Social Service, Abuse and Violence Support
Today
12:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
Description
Are You OK – a free family violence helpline available 24/7 nationwide
The Are You OK helpline is a safe way for people experiencing violence and their supporters to find information and support.
Our helpline is run by trained counsellors who can:
- Provide information and support for family violence
- Help with safety planning for you and your family
- Connect you to support services in your area
- Provide self-help and self-referral information
- Give you advice on how to help others if you’re concerned for their safety.
What is Family violence?
Family violence can mean any physical, sexual or psychological abuse within close personal relationships.
It’s important to be able to able to identify if something isn’t right within your relationships and know where to seek support. Any kind of behaviour that makes you feel unsafe or hurts you is not ok.
Ages
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Call 0800 456 450 available 24/7
Website / App
Webchat on: www.areyouok.org.nz
For more information and a range of online resources visit: www.areyouok.org.nz
Anyone can access
No appointment required
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Hours
12:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
| Mon – Sun | midnight – midnight |
|---|
We are available 24/7
Public Holidays: Open on all public holidays.
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English
Services Provided
Referral to specialist services, Information and support, Family violence intervention, Victim support
Referral to specialist services, Information and support, Family violence intervention, Victim support
- Referral to specialist services
- Information and support
- Family violence intervention
- Victim support
Disability Assistance
Support to make decisions
Additional Details
Phone, Online / virtual / app, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Region
West Coast, Canterbury, Northland, South Auckland, Hutt, Taranaki, Waitaki, Hawke's Bay, Central Lakes, Central Auckland, Tairāwhiti, West Auckland, South Canterbury, Bay of Plenty, Southland, Waikato, Wellington, Dunedin - South Otago, MidCentral, East Auckland, Nelson Marlborough, Wairarapa, Whanganui, Lakes, North Auckland
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This page was last updated at 9:23AM on September 16, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Are You Ok Helpline.