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Te Whare Ruruhau O Meri

Sexual Harm Service, Kaupapa Māori, Abuse and Violence Support, Stopping Violence

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Description

Crisis Support Services for anyone that has been sexually or physically abused. A place of sanctuary, a house of shelter, and a source of comfort for those in need of a safe place. Within the sanctuary a person, or a whānau, will find hope, compassion and hospitality.

Ages: 5yrs to 65+

Region: Far North - Whangārei, Hokianga to Kaeo, Mangamuka North to Cape Reinga

Description:

Te Whare Ruruhau O Meri is a Kaupapa Māori service providing crisis support services to anyone that has been sexually violated/abused.  This includes:

  • Crisis social work support
  • Face-to-face sessions 
  • Advocacy - support and assistance if reporting to the Police, assistance with court preparation or any other social supports/needs that are required
  • Support transitioning through to either ACC services or any other support service for care and recovery following sexual violence.

Other services we provide:

Social work - support for whānau by upholding Kaupapa Māori values and practices and any other intervention and assistance that is required for whānau to overcome issues, trauma or hurts in order for them to become the best that they can be for future generations.

Domestic or family violence support - we work through issues with whānau delivering the following programmes:
  • Non-violence
  • Safety
  • Re-building relationships
  • Whānau reconciliations

Parenting programmes - for whānau that focusses on their tamariki wellbeing, safety, protection and nurturing.

Ages

Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

How do I access this service?

Contact us

In a crisis call Kaitaia 0800 839 4273  or  022 657 5389

For afterhours assistance call 022 657 5389

Referral

Self refer, refer family/friends, or any other referral queries call 0800 839 4273 or email referral@tewhare.org.nz

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Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Fees and Charges Description

There is no charge for our services.

Hours

Mon – Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

For After Hours assistance call 022 657 5389

Office is closed on public holidays.

Public Holidays: Closed Northland 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: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.

Languages Spoken

English, Māori

Services Provided

Sexual harm victims/survivors - Do you need help and support?

Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.
  • Immediate help
  • Kaupapa Māori
  • Support and counselling

Specialist support for victims and survivors of sexual harm.

Sexual harm - Kaupapa Māori services
Abuse and violence support

Domestic and family violence support - we work through issues with whānau using strategies/programmes to deal with violence and anger in an appropriate manner and ensure safety plans are in place. Domestic and family violence support - we work through issues with whānau using strategies/programmes to deal with violence and anger in an appropriate manner and ensure safety plans are in place.
  • Counselling
  • Education programmes
  • Family violence intervention
  • Information and support
  • Referral to specialist services
  • Support groups
  • Victim support

Domestic and family violence support - we work through issues with whānau using strategies/programmes to deal with violence and anger in an appropriate manner and ensure safety plans are in place.

Elder abuse

Elder abuse services support older people/kaumātua who have experienced harm or abuse.

Elder abuse services support older people/kaumātua who have experienced harm or abuse.

Kaupapa Māori

Kaupapa Māori community and/or social support that is culturally appropriate for Māori, promote Mātauranga Māori, tikanga Māori, and whānau-centred models of care.

Kaupapa Māori community and/or social support that is culturally appropriate for Māori, promote Mātauranga Māori, tikanga Māori, and whānau-centred models of care.

Stopping violence services

We deliver a 12 week non violence programme based on Kaupapa Maori services. We deliver a 12 week non violence programme based on Kaupapa Maori services.

We deliver a 12 week non violence programme based on Kaupapa Māori services.

Pregnancy and parenting

Parenting programmes - for whānau that focus on their tamariki wellbeing, safety, protection and nurturing. Parenting programmes - for whānau that focus on their tamariki wellbeing, safety, protection and nurturing.
  • Parenting education
  • Parent wellbeing
  • Family / whānau support

Parenting programmes - for whānau that focus on their tamariki wellbeing, safety, protection and nurturing.

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, Assistance to move around, More space to move around

Additional Details

Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine, Speak with men / tane, Child / Tamariki friendly, LGBTQIA+ friendly

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Region

Northland

Website

tewhare.org.nz/

Contact Details

138 Commerce Street, Kaitaia

Northland

138 Commerce Street
Kaitaia
Northland 0441

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Street Address

138 Commerce Street
Kaitaia
Northland 0441

This page was last updated at 2:12PM on April 23, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Te Whare Ruruhau O Meri.