23/12/2025
During the holidays support is available if you’re worried about your own - or a loved one’s - mental wellbeing. And there are people ready to listen and help – any time of the day or night.
To find support please reach out to one of the services listed below:
Manu Ka Rere is for young people aged 13-24 years in Canterbury who are experiencing mild to moderate mental health and/or addiction issues.
To get support complete their online Referral Form and one of their staff will be in touch with you. Anyone can complete the form – young people can refer themselves, or it can be done by their whānau such as a parent/caregiver, or a professional such as GP. Please note that signed parental consent is required for those under 16.
Contact: https://www.manukarere.org.nz/
For medical emergencies.
Call 111 and ask for an ambulance, or go straight to the Emergency Department at Christchurch Hospital.
You can also visit the 24-Hour Surgery, 401 Madras Street (near Bealey Ave). Please note: there may be a cost for this service.
For urgent mental health support.
Crisis Resolution: specialist help for mental health emergencies. Free call 0800 920 092.
For medical advice over the phone
Healthline: talk to a registered nurse, available 24/7.
Free call 0800 611 116.
If you need someone to talk to
Youthline: support from people who understand what young people go through. Free call 0800 37 66 33 or free text 234.
1737 Need to talk? Connect with a counsellor or peer support worker, any time. Free call or free text 1737.
