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Wāhi Mārie - Sexual Assault Services
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Description
Specialist medical services provided by MEDSAC trained clinicians to assist survivors 14 years and older who have experienced sexual harm.
Age: Youth and Adults 16 years and over (<16 with discussion prior to referral)
Region: Wellington, Kapiti, Porirua, Hutt, Wairarapa
Description:
Wellbeing Check (Non Forensic Services) = a visit with a Specialist Dr or Nurse to discuss your health needs and care around your experience of sexual harm. It may or may not include a physical exam depending on your needs.
For a sexual assault/abuse that happened more than 7 days ago:
We can provide a safe place:
- To discuss health concerns related to the assault/abuse
- Answer any questions you may have regarding STI's
- For a medical exam (if desired, you don't need to have one)
We provide services to people of diverse social and cultural backgrounds who have experienced sexual harm, whether recent or historic. Services we offer include:
- STI testing and treatment
- Pregnancy testing and emergency contraception
- Medical "off work" certificate
- Referral for Specialist Support Services
- ACC45 can be completed for support
- We can consult with your GP and refer you to other health services as needed
Forensic services = an examination with the purpose of collecting DNA for a possible police report. The exam is done by a specialist forensic team which includes a Forensic Examiner ( Dr or NP) and a Forensic Nurse and usually includes a support worker.
If you have been sexually assaulted in the last 7 days:
- We can provide a full "forensic" (with DNA collection) exam, 24/7, with or without police involvement
- We take detailed forensic notes so an "expert witness" statement can be prepared for court, if needed.
Email wahimarie@tuora.org.nz or ring 0800 723 377 Mon - Fri 9am-4pm
All services are FREE of charge with no residency/eligibility criteria.
Staff
Wāhi Mārie | Sexual Assault Medical & Forensic (SAATS) | Non Fatal Strangulation (NFSS) Services
Dr Jen Haward | SAATS Clinical Lead & Forensic Examiner
Dr Susanna Kent | NFSS Clinical Lead & GP/Forensic Examiner
Dr Aoife Cahalin | GP/Forensic Examiner
Kim Lund, CNS | Service Manager & Forensic Nurse
Katherine Haftka, RN | Lead Nurse & Forensic Nurse
Sophie Craig | Kaiāwhina
Diane van Arem | Lead Administrator
Consultants
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Dr Jennifer Hayward
Sexual Health Specialist
Ages
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke
How do I access this service?
Referral
If you are a GP and wish to make a referral to us, please send us a letter via HealthLink (EDI wahimari), or a BPAC referral and we will contact the survivor directly. Alternatively ring us on 04 805 0522 to discuss the referral with a clinician.
For other agency referrals please use our web form
Agency Referrals | Wāhi Mārie (wahimarie.org.nz)
For self/whānau referrals, please ring us on 0800 SAFE SPACE to find out more or to book an appointment.
Make an appointment
To make an appointment for a forensic examination-with or without police- 24/7- (within 7 days of the assault)
- Wellington Sexual Abuse HELP (04) 801 6655 (24/7)
- HV SASH - Hutt Valley Sexual Abuse Support and Healing 0800 226 694 (24/7)
- Wairarapa Rape and Sexual Abuse Collective 0800 614 614 (24/7)
- Wellington Rape Crisis (04) 801 8973 (M-F 9-4)
If you were sexually assaulted more than 7 days ago, call directly to us on 0800 723 377 M-F 9:00-4:00 for an appointment to talk with our health team or ring any of the above agencies and they can make a referral to us on your behalf.
Anyone can access
- We provide FREE services for anyone 14 years of age and older (under 14 seen via paeds through the hospital system)
- Wāhi Mārie services are free for non residents
- Services can be provided virtually or we can arrange an off site visit
- Everyone is welcome here
Website / App
www.wahimarie.org.nz
Contact us
0800 SAFESPACE (0800 723 377)
Referral Expectations
Please provide us with the patient details, including the best way to contact them, along with a brief description of when the assault was and what it is that they would like from our service.
Fees and Charges Description
Services are free for NZ citizens, NZ residents and non-residents (visitors).
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Forensic exams are provided 24/7
Non forensic exams (Well checks) are available by appointment during standard business hours subject to public holiday closures.
Services Provided
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access, Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, NZ sign language interpreter, More space to move around, Wheelchair accessible toilet
Online Booking URL
Document Downloads
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Wāhi Mārie Brochure
(PDF, 216.4 KB)
Service Brochure
Public Transport
Metlink - Public Transport
Bus stop 1-2 blocks
Railway station is a 25 minute walk
Parking
Metered on street parking, coupon parking, Wilson car parks all within walking distance
Region
Wellington
Website
Contact Details
275 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington
Wellington
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Phone
0800 SAFE SPACE (0800 723 377)
Healthlink EDI
wahimari
Email
Website
111 in an emergency
General Enquiries ring 0800 SAFE SPACE 0800 723 377 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
If you have been sexually assaulted, you can book a FREE well check/therapeutic medical visit with clinicians that specialise in working with people that have been sexually assaulted/abused.
RING 0800 SAFE SPACE 0800 723 377 Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
To be seen for a forensic exam (DNA collection) 24/7, please contact your local Specialist Support agency below or Police. (Within 7 days of an assault). You DO NOT need to report to police to receive care.
To discuss your options and get immediate 24/7 support, ring:
- Wellington Sexual Abuse HELP (04) 801 6655 (24/7)
- HV SASH - Hutt Valley Sexual Abuse Support and Healing 0800 226 694 (24/7)
- Wairarapa Rape and Sexual Abuse Collective 0800 614 614 (24/7)
Monday-Friday 9am -4pm you can ring:
- The Wāhi Mārie team on 0800 723 377
- Wellington Rape Crisis (04) 801 8973
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This page was last updated at 11:06AM on August 13, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Wāhi Mārie - Sexual Assault Services.