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AMPSS 101 (Addictions, Mental Health Peer Support Services)
Mental Health Service, Addiction, Problem gambling
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Description
Our Mission Statement:
To support people with Addiction and/or Mental Health by providing a safe and empowering environment through peer support.
Hei tautoko i nga tangata whai hauora hinengaro me nga tapiritanga ranei ma te whakarato i tetahi taiao haumaru, whakamana hoki ma te tautoko hoa
Staff
Staff provide a platform for people to connect with others who have faced similar challenges and offer empathy, understanding & practical advice based on their own experiences.
Confidentiality and Trust - Staff ensure your personal information & discussions are kept confidential.
Ages
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua, Youth / Rangatahi
How do I access this service?
Anyone can access, Referral, No appointment required, Whānau bubbles, Casual (not enrolled) patients, Contact us, Walk in, Website / App, Home visit provider, Make an appointment
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
Free community drop-in centre for all - inclusive of LGBTQIA
Hours
| Mon – Thu | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Outreach available - staff are availble to visit you at home.
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), South Canterbury Anniversary (22 Sep), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 9 Jan. Closed 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
AMPSS101 is peer-led by staff who are non-judgemental and provide practical advice based on their own experiences. What we offer:, Free services - all ethnicities welcome, The centre is a non-violent, substance free, safe, non-clinical, non-judgemental space, Individual wellbeing/relapse/goal plans, One-on-one advocacy support, Support you with appointments/assessments, Holistic approach, Chat groups -understanding our diagnosis, recovery - learning to reduce/live substance free, Peer led AOD accredited worker, Real Talk 101 - Weekly Peer led addiction support group, Outreach - we visit you at your home
AMPSS101 is peer-led by staff who are non-judgemental and provide practical advice based on their own experiences. What we offer:, Free services - all ethnicities welcome, The centre is a non-violent, substance free, safe, non-clinical, non-judgemental space, Individual wellbeing/relapse/goal plans, One-on-one advocacy support, Support you with appointments/assessments, Holistic approach, Chat groups -understanding our diagnosis, recovery - learning to reduce/live substance free, Peer led AOD accredited worker, Real Talk 101 - Weekly Peer led addiction support group, Outreach - we visit you at your home
- Programme Areas
Self help/ helpline, Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol, Addictions - other, Kaupapa Māori
- Programme Type
Helpline / self-help - mental health, Peer support (AOD), Community / social support (AOD), Kaupapa Māori (AOD), Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions, Community based support - other, Peer / advocacy / group / family whānau support, Community based support - mental health, Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD), Non-acute specialist mental health community services, Kaupapa Māori - mental health, Training - mental health
- Regions
South Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
- Self-referral hugely encouraged - no appointment required
Family, whānau, friends, GP, Department of Corrections, Lawyers, Government Departments
Anyone can refer.
Description
- AMPSS101 is peer-led by staff who are non-judgemental and provide practical advice based on their own experiences.
What we offer: - Free services - all ethnicities welcome
- The centre is a non-violent, substance free, safe, non-clinical, non-judgemental space
- Individual wellbeing/relapse/goal plans
- One-on-one advocacy support
- Support you with appointments/assessments
- Holistic approach
- Chat groups -understanding our diagnosis, recovery - learning to reduce/live substance free
- Peer led AOD accredited worker
- Real Talk 101 - Weekly Peer led addiction support group
- Outreach - we visit you at your home
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, LGBTQIA+ friendly, Phone
Travel Directions
CBD - Timaru, 24A Church Street, Timaru. Opposite the Timaru Public Library
Public Transport
Community Bus Route - stops directly outside the centre.
Contact Details
24a Church Street, Timaru
South Canterbury
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Phone
(03) 688 9454
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Mobile
027 365 6039
Email
Facebook: AMPSS TIMARU
Email: officeampss101@gmail.com
24A Church Street
Timaru Central
Timaru
Canterbury 7910
Street Address
24A Church Street
Timaru Central
Timaru
Canterbury 7910
Postal Address
24a Church Street
Timaru
7910
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This page was last updated at 10:10AM on August 5, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by AMPSS 101 (Addictions, Mental Health Peer Support Services).