National helplines

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If you are feeling suicidal or in need of urgent help and support there are a number of services available. Reaching out and making contact could make a real difference in your recovery.

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Lifeline - 0800 543 345 or free text 4357 

Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865  

Healthline – 0800 611 116

Samaritans – 0800 726 666

OUTLine NZ – 0800 688 5463 (OUTLINE) provides confidential LGBT support line

thelowdown.co.nz - or email team@thelowdown.co.nz or free text 5626

Family Services 211 Helpline –  0800 211 211 for help finding (and direct transfer to) community based health and social support services in your area.

Alcohol and Drug Helpline – 0800 787 797 or online chat

Gambling Helpline – 0800 654 655

Shine –  0508 744 633 confidential domestic abuse helpline

Rape Crisis – 0800 883 300 (for support after rape or sexual assault)

Women's Refuge Crisisline – 0800 733 843 (0800 REFUGE)

Supporting Families In Mental Illness –  For families and whānau supporting a loved one who has a mental illness. Auckland 0800 732 825. Other regions' contact details are listed here.

Youthline - 0800 376 633, free text 234 or email talk@youthline.co.nz