We know the holidays can be full of great experiences, but also a difficult time for some. It's important to remain connected and seek help for yourself or others when needed.

WHERE TO GET HELP :

Child, Adolescent & Family (CAF) Emergency Team (Bus hours) 0800 218 219 -press 2

Crisis Resolution, Freephone 0800 920 092, (After hours), 7 days a week.

Lifeline – 0800 543 354

http://sparklers.org.nz/

https://www.sparx.org.nz/ (Help with anxiety and low mood)

Safe to Talk (If affected by sexual harm) 0800044334; Txt 4334.

Aviva (Family Violence Services). 0800 284 82 669

Asian Helpline – 0800 862 342

Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)

Youthline – 0800 376 633 or free text 234

Depression Helpline – 0800 111 757 or free text 4202

Samaritans – 0800 726 666

Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 support from trained counsellor

What's Up – 0800 942 8787 (5–18 year olds). Phone counselling Monday to Friday, midday–11pm and weekends, 3pm–11pm.

Kidsline – 0800 54 37 54 for young people up to 18 years of age. Open 24/7.

thelowdown.co.nz –or emailteam@thelowdown.co.nz or free text 5626

Anxiety New Zealand - 0800 269 4389