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Pirirākau Hauora - Mental Health Services
Mental Health Service, Kaupapa Māori
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Description
Pirirākau Hauora provides a range of Kaupapa Māori Health Services including mental health services for tamariki, rangatahi (children & adolescents) and pakeke (adults). Please below for the Mental Health Services available or see the Pirirākau Hauora website for more information on GP and health services.
The Pirirākau Hauora service area covers from the Wairoa River to the Waipapa Stream, across to the Kaimai Ranges in the West and to the sea. These are Pirirākau tribal boundaries including Te Puna, Whakamarama and Omokoroa.
Ages
Adult / Pakeke, Child / Tamariki
How do I access this service?
Anyone can access, Contact us, Walk in, Make an appointment
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
Free of Charge
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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If you are in crisis and requiring support outside of our work hours please phone the Crisis Team at 0800 800 508.
However, if you're feeling unsafe or unwell and need someone to talk to, please ring or text the helpline at 1737. This number will give you access to a professional counsellor 24 hours and 7 days a week.
Public Holidays: Closed Auckland Anniversary (27 Jan), 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).
Christmas: Closed 23 Dec — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
Most people will become mentally unwell within their lifetime. For some, the experience will be insignificant. For others, the impact of the experience will turn their lives upside down and may require them to seek support from mental health services. Our organisation provides kaupapa Māori mental health services to tamariki, rangatahi (children & adolescents) and pakeke (adults). Our service includes but is not limited to: Advocacy Assessment (including Cultural Assessments) Case Management Support Planning and Managing Wellness Referrals to other services Tamariki and Rangatahi services are based at 4 Paparoa Road Pakeke/Adult services are based at 4 Paparoa Road
Most people will become mentally unwell within their lifetime. For some, the experience will be insignificant. For others, the impact of the experience will turn their lives upside down and may require them to seek support from mental health services. Our organisation provides kaupapa Māori mental health services to tamariki, rangatahi (children & adolescents) and pakeke (adults). Our service includes but is not limited to: Advocacy Assessment (including Cultural Assessments) Case Management Support Planning and Managing Wellness Referrals to other services Tamariki and Rangatahi services are based at 4 Paparoa Road Pakeke/Adult services are based at 4 Paparoa Road
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Kaupapa Māori
- Programme Type
Peer / advocacy / group / family whānau support, Community based support - mental health, Non-acute specialist mental health community services, Kaupapa Māori - mental health
- Regions
Bay of Plenty
- Age Groups
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
Referrals can be made in the following ways:
- Self-referral
- Whānau referral
- Iwi or Hapū Agency Referral
- Community Organisation Referral
- Mental Health Service Referral
- Social Service Agency Referral
- GP, or other health professional
We offer services to people who:
- Have a diagnosed or suspected mental health problem (e.g. depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder)
- Are seeking information about mental ill-health, its treatment and prevention
- Are whānau members or are the significant other of a person with a mental health problem, as identified by that person
Age criteria for services are:
- Tamariki & Rangatahi 0-24 years
- Pakeke/Adult 25-65 years
- Tamariki & Rangatahi Service Referral Form (DOCX, 218.9 KB)
- Pakeke/Adult Service Referral Form (DOCX, 65.2 KB)
Description
Most people will become mentally unwell within their lifetime. For some, the experience will be insignificant. For others, the impact of the experience will turn their lives upside down and may require them to seek support from mental health services.
Our organisation provides kaupapa Māori mental health services to tamariki, rangatahi (children & adolescents) and pakeke (adults).
Our service includes but is not limited to:
- Advocacy
- Assessment (including Cultural Assessments)
- Case Management
- Support Planning and Managing Wellness
- Referrals to other services
Tamariki and Rangatahi services are based at 4 Paparoa Road
Pakeke/Adult services are based at 4 Paparoa Road
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilet, Quiet, low sensory environment
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Child / Tamariki friendly
Website
Contact Details
4 Paparoa Road, Te Puna, Tauranga
Bay of Plenty
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Phone
(07) 552 6238
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Fax
(07) 552 6239
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Mobile
212519142
Email
Website
If you are requiring support whilst in crisis and outside of our normal working hours, please contact the Crisis Team at 0800800508.
If you need to talk with someone because you're feeling unwell and requiring support then please call or text the helpline at 1737. There will be a professional counsellor available for you to talk to 24 hours and 7 days a week.
Youthline 0800376633. - Free text 234 or email: talk@youthline.co.nz
4 Paparoa Road
Te Puna
Bay Of Plenty 3172
Street Address
4 Paparoa Road
Te Puna
Bay Of Plenty 3172
Postal Address
3 Lochhead Rd
RD6 Te Puna
Tauranga 3176
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This page was last updated at 6:15PM on December 19, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Pirirākau Hauora - Mental Health Services.