Nau mai, haere mai – welcome
This is a locally-maintained list of wellbeing / support services in Taranaki. Spotted an out-of-date entry, or an organisation which is missing? Please drop us an email to let us know, and we’ll sort it!
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Nā tō rourou, nā taku rourou ka ora ai te iwi – With your food basket and my food basket the people will thrive.
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Hi! My name is Jemma.
I am a Certified ADHD Coach in New Zealand with a professional background in nursing, I bring a special perspective to ADHD coaching and consultancy. I’m here to share my extensive knowledge and offer practical help for individuals and parents on their journey to manage and thrive with ADHD. If you’re seeking support, practical strategies, education, or coaching around your own or your child’s ADHD, you’ve come to the right place!
- Free Support Group for parents: Come and join us for a coffee and discussion about all things parenting and ADHD. This is a supportive space for sharing listening, connecting and getting some support and answers to your questions. Find out about upcoming dates from my website or from Flourish Taranaki
- Public events: Dates and times are listed on my website.
- ADHD Coaching
- Parent and Families Coaching
- Education for educators and workplaces
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We are a Non-Profit Organisation that looks after people with memory concerns, their carers/whānau and support people. We are a team of 14 that covers Taranaki, including three based in South Taranaki. We run education sessions, support groups for carers and Alz cafes for people with memory concerns and their carer, whānau or support person. We run day programmes in New Plymouth (4 times a week Tuesday to Friday) and Hawera (2 times a week, Tuesdays and Fridays) where clients come to us for socialisation, cognitive activities and much more. We work closely with other MDTs to ensure the very best outcomes and supports are available for our clients.
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CCS Disability Action is the largest provider of pan-disability support and advocacy in NZ.
We have supported people with all types of impairments for over 90 years and try to make life easier for people with disabilities.
We deliver hands-on support to disabled people of all ages, advocacy and information services,
Where? All of Taranaki. Support is offered in-person and via phone. We can visit people who live in smaller communities.
When? Monday to Friday 7.30am – 8pm. This can be dependant on individual need.
Who? We support people of all ages and backgrounds.
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, whānau, GP and other health professionals. Our supports are funded depending on the individual
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We provide free, confidential, independent information, advice and support to anyone on any issue. Our trained volunteers take the time to listen, and aim to ensure that you get the information you need – whether it’s about your rights in a particular situation or to find a specific service, we will find a way forward. Language Assistance
Support is available.
We want to remind everyone that our service remains free – where people can pop in and visit, call us on the phone, or contact us via our website by using live chat or sending a message.
We also run a FREE legal service together with New Plymouth lawyers and have the JP Service Desk once a week.
Not sure? Ask us. Kāore i te mārama? Pātai mai.
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Compass Counselling is currently run by David Sander, an NZAC registered counsellor and supervisor who sees clients in person and online within Taranaki. He is registered with the following funded providers: Gumboot Friday, Ignite Aotearoa, Clearhead, EAP Services, Telus, Taranaki Primary Connections, Aoake Te Rā, Grief Centre, WINZ, and ACC. You can learn more about David by visiting compasscounselling.co.nz.
Where? All of Taranaki and across Aotearoa. Support available in-person, via phone and online.
When? Monday to Thursday. After hours appointments available.
Who? Those aged 10years and older. Workplace support available.
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, GP and other professionals. Costs vary and funding is available through the above providers.
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Neither of us are from here, yet Aotearoa is our home. Coming from foreign lands, Aileen from Chile and Jessica from the USA, we know the importance of belonging. It’s our mission to support people in nourishing their home within and remembering they belong. We prefer to do this in the most fun and creative ways possible!
CCNZ offers Energy Upgrade all natural consciously made products, playshops, individual sessions, monthly meet-ups, DIY essential oil classes, workplace wellness offerings and meditations. We aim for you to feel loved, playful, creative, reconnected with yourself and others, and free to be you.
Check out our website and socials to connect, play and express together.
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Diabetes New Zealand is a Charitable Trust that represents and supports people with diabetes. We’ve been around for over 50 years and have a National Office in Wellington, and branches across the country with staff and volunteers who help people live well with diabetes. Our Mission is to Lead, champion and advocate for change to reduce the incidence of diabetes, improve diabetes health care, and empower those affected by or at risk of diabetes to lead healthy, active lives.
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Jessica supports individuals and couples to find compassionate understanding, meaningful connection, and practical ways to express themselves more fully and authentically.
Grounded in whanaungatanga (relationships), her co-creative approach is informed by the Te Whare Tapa Whā model, creating a safe and respectful space to explore experiences at your own pace.
She holds a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and is a Certified Life Coach, Somatic Energy Therapist and Somatic Dance Facilitator.
Where? All of Taranaki and nationwide. Online, phone and in-person support available
When? Available Thursday and Friday: 10am to 6:30pm
Who? Those over 18 and their whānau.
Referrals are accepted from self or EAP.
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Families Overcoming Addiction supports family members who have a loved one living with addiction. We help connect you to others who share a similar experience and also offer individual support when necessary.
FOA offers weekly support group meetings on Monday evenings in New Plymouth, monthly support meetings in Stratford and has a small daytime group operating in New Plymouth. We also provide telephone and individual face-to-face support as necessary.
Where? North and South Taranaki. Support is offered in-person or via phone
When? Our office is open Monday – Thursday. You can call us at anytime and leave a message, we will return your call as soon as possible.
Weekly support groups are held in New Plymouth Monday evenings 6pm-8.30pm, and in Stratford Thursday evenings 6.30pm – 8pm once per month.
Who? Those over 18 years old and their whānau/family
Referrals are accepted from self, whānau/family, GPs, and other health professionals.
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Fire Emergency New Zealand are our national emergency service who attend numerous 111 calls to fires, motor vehicle accidents, medical calls, specialist calls and events that require our help. We have both career and volunteer firefighters spread across the country. We work in communities to respond, minimise risks, build resilience and aid in recovery.
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The Hāwera Budget Service provides supportive, confidential, non-judgemental advice and education to individuals and whānau in our community.
Our aim is to empower people to find satisfaction, security and financial independence, through the learning of money management skills.
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HIPs provide support for people with concerns about mental health, addiction, long-term conditions and general wellbeing. HIPs can see people of all ages and at all stages of their lives. They work with you to improve your overall wellbeing by providing support and follow-up for any physical, spiritual, social, or mental issues or concerns. Things often discussed include:
- Sleep problems
- Chronic pain
- Anxiety and stress
- Identity issues including cultural, sexual and gender
- Improving social issues (parenting, relationships, loneliness, domestic violence)
- Addiction concerns
But HIPs are not limited to working in specific areas, they’re generalists and will work with anyone about anything.
HIPs are part of the general practice team, so they usually work in a GP clinic or medical centre. Being based in a GP clinic means there are no barriers to who can see them, as long as you’re enrolled in the practice. Appointments are available every day. Half of the day is for booked appointments and half is for casual appointments to allow for same-day referrals and walk-ins. You can be referred by your GP or nurse or you can ask to see them yourself.
Seeing a HIP is FREE if you are registered with the practice.
HIPs provide brief interventions to improve wellbeing. Because the aim of the HIP role is to help as many people as possible, the brief intervention format is not designed to provide long-term therapy, trauma therapy or counselling. A brief intervention focuses on the present moment with the aim of providing you with some skills, knowledge or insight to support your goals, values in life and physical and mental wellbeing.A typical brief intervention consultation with a HIP will take 15-30 minutes. It includes asking some questions to find out what you would like to work on that day that would be the most helpful to you. This can include problem solving, planning, referrals or education. All patients leave with a wellbeing plan. Some people get what they need in one session, but you can return for follow-up sessions or to work on something new.
HIPs can support patients to contact other services or find supports, manage change, advocate, research and build relationships.
Click on the link to see a comprehensive list of Medical Practices in Taranaki that have HIP in practice, including Integrated Healthcare providers, online only bookings, and other mental health services.
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InsideOUT Kōaro is a national charity that helps rainbow (LGBTQIA+) young people live fulfilling, joyous lives through their work to increase the safety of school and community spaces. InsideoOUT Kōaro delivers a variety of advocacy and support to young people through hosting youth groups and helping students to establish rainbow clubs at school. We also provide professional development workshops to school staff, mental health and addiction staff, and other community organisations. In addition to this mahi, we bring events for young people to the community. We offer non-judgemental, inclusive resources to whānau, students, staff and allies alike and if we cannot provide the right support, we can connect people to the folk who can. No referral is required, just send Dando an email!
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Journey is a private practice offering one-on-one treatment sessions, group workshops and practitioner training. My one-on-one work supports Nervous System Resilience and the Resolution of Shock and Trauma. The group work focuses on self-care techniques to tonify the Vagus Nerve, and brings you into your resources, resulting in a calm and centred lived experience. Training of practitioners imparts The TARA Approach understandings, underpinnings and techniques.
Support offered can include, Trauma Resolution, Nervous System Resilience, Vagus Nerve support, Cranial release, Concussion treatments, Self-Care coaching and practices. These offerings are for people of all walks of life and all ages.
Where? All of Taranaki. Support is available online, via phone and in-person.
When? Monday to Friday. Some courses are held over weekends.
Who? For people of all walks of life and all ages, including groups, workplaces, education providers, etc.
Referrals: Accept referrals from self, whānau, GP and other health professionals. Costs vary on a sliding scale.
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Kenzie’s Gift | Supporting the Mental Wellbeing of Tamariki and Rangatahi
At Kenzie’s Gift, we stand alongside tamariki (children) and mātātahi (young people) navigating the death of a parent or sibling, or serious illness in their whānau (family).
Grief and serious illness can be tough, and no child or rangatahi should have to go through it alone. That’s why we provide free, professional mental health support, ensuring tamariki and their whānau have the care and tools they need to get through life’s hardest times.
How We Support
- One-on-one therapy with registered clinical psychologists and psychotherapists. We have therapists available in Taranaki. Request support through our website https://www.kenziesgift.com/contact
- Support kits & resources to help tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau through grief and serious illness
- Expert advice & practical tools to help whānau support their tamariki
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Kōia – mana kai, mana tangata (Gardening for well-being) is a holistic, gardening-based health initiative (building on the existing Green Prescription), which encourages participation in community gardening to boost physical, spiritual, emotional/mental, & family/social well-being, by embedding positive behaviour change.
This is a social prescribing, holistic, health improvement service. It uses the mana of recognised health professionals to refer their patients to coordinated community garden sessions In Taranaki.
The objective is to maintain & improve participants holistic well-being by being involved in community gardening activities. Based on the Māori hauora concept of “Te Whare Tapa Whā”, participants benefit through physical activity, social connection, community contribution, & spiritual wellbeing. This kaupapa is still getting established. More gardens & referrers are being developed.
It is not about learning to garden (although that sometimes happens); it is about being present in a healthy community space. However, it is strongly connected to other kai resilience (& sustainability) kaupapa so can help with the economic wellbeing as well (the 5th “wall” of the “whare”).
Where? Available in North, South and Coastal Taranaki.
When? Days and times vary across the different locations and seasons.
Who? All ages. Under 18s need to be accompanied by an adult
Referrals: We accept referrals from GP and other health professionals.
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I work closely alongside Taranaki Retreat as their Life Coach, Lead Coach. Through this collaboration we have created tools and models that bring a fresh approach to those that may feel they have “tried everything else.” Offering a future focused opportunity can be a refreshing alternative for our tangata whaiora that are ready to look at what the next chapter could hold.
I work 1:1 and with groups/workshops in person and online.
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Mayors’ Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ) at Stratford District Council, is an initiative that is part of the Community Employment Programme. We help place 18- to 24-year-olds into work. MTFJ has resources to help with employment connections, training, obtaining a driver licence and other endorsements, work gear, health support, and a variety of tools to help people become more employable. There isn’t any cost to utilise the programme. To enrol, jobseekers are usually referred to us through MSD, and we set up a meeting and register the jobseeker face to face.
Available across Central and South Taranaki
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We work and support whānau holistically. Tinana, whanau, hinengaro & wairua. We help whanau and/or individuals to develop a plan going forward and support them in achieving it. We work with Taiohi to Kaumatua.
You don’t have to be of Ngati Ruanui to enrol for our services. We provide budgeting support, a kaumatua group, a men’s group, child dental support and bowel screening education and support. We have connections to schools, kohanga reo, marae and employers within our community. We work with other community services that support whānau as well. Kia ora.
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“Ko Taranaki me Mynydd Mir oku Maunga,
Ko Waitotara me Hafren oku Awa,
Ko Cymraeg toku Iwi,
Ko James Baxter raua ko Grace Pryce oku Matua,
Ko Corryn Pryce-Baxter toku Ingoa.”
Originating from Wales, I learnt from a young age Spirit/Wairua connection and traditionally Welsh medicine from my Grandmother. Since coming to Aotearoa in 2001, I have continued this directive under Maori teaching.
I offer support and Aroha for those seeking the courageous first step in healing. Through my years of a practitioner in traditional, indigenous healing methods (Welsh and Maori), I offer Mirimiri, Romiromi (light and deep tissue Wairua led massage), Honohono (healing) Te whitiwhiti Korero (Spiritual guidance) and Rongoa Rakau (herbal medicine)
Mind-mapping
Alongside Corryn’s Mahi Wairua will be Manawa’s Mind mapping exercises.
This is an opportunity to help prioritise your goals and improve on how you juggle the struggles along your journey.
Whether you’re overwhelmed with too much on your plate, or you are just stuck with where you’re at. Mind mapping can be an awesome tool to help navigate your way to where you want to be.
Nau mai, Haere mai, give it a try…
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Olympus fitness & performance is a boxing and strength focused gym. We believe in building physical and mental strength and resilience through tautoko, commitment and strong supportive relationships. Through manaakitanga and whanaungatanga, we aim to strengthen our connection with community and create a space for tangata to support their hauora and growth. We have group classes and one-on-one sessions with personal trainers. Our membership include 24/7 access to the gym.
Where? Based in North Taranaki.
When? Gym is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Staff are available 9am until 5pm
Referrals: Anyone can join our gym. Costs vary and we are enrolled with Green Prescription.
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On The House (OTH) is a Charitable Trust that collects perfectly edible surplus food then redistributes it for free to whoever needs it without barriers or judgement utilising volunteers embodied with Manaakitanga principles. The three pillars of OTH is to reduce waste, feed people and build community through participation and connection.
Surplus is distributed in two ways: Directly to families through regular pop-up free stores – twice weekly for the general public, and a dedicated service for over 65’s once a fortnight which are held at Community Halls in New Plymouth; and via their Community Food Hub to 13 food banks and over 60 community groups throughout Taranaki to support the work they do.
- Monday, 5-6pm – 24 Lawry Street, Moturoa (St James community hall).
Wednesday 1.30–2.30pm, fortnightly – Over 65s only, 66 Liardet Street, Central (Methodist community hall). - Wednesday 5-6pm, fortnightly – The Stratford Salvation Army Church Hall, cnr of Fenton Street & Juliet Street
- Thursday, 5-6pm – The Northpoint Baptist Church, 116 Mangati Rd, Bell Block
- To find out the dates of the next Free Store, visit org.nz
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Papa Toa offers cultural consultancy, life coaching, workshops, rongoā Māori, and holistic healing sessions, dedicated to empowering individuals, whānau, and communities to achieve cultural resonance, wellbeing, and success.
Papa Toa provides a rongoā and wellbeing practice grounded in mātauranga Māori, tikanga, and whakapapa. We are also ACC-registered rongoā suppliers. Our consultations offer a holistic approach to healing that goes far beyond mirimiri alone, weaving together whakawhitiwhiti kōrero, pūrākau therapy, honohono, ritenga, karakia, and the use of rongoā plant medicine to support tinana, hinengaro, wairua, and mauri. Each session is guided by what is needed in that moment, recognising that healing is relational, spiritual, and embodied, and that true recovery comes from restoring balance across all aspects of wellbeing, not just treating symptoms.
Our Qualified Cultural Supervisor is also available for kaimahi in the health, societal services, education, judicial or government sectors. We offer in-person and online cultural supervision sessions.
Where? Available in-person in North Taranaki. Available online across Aotearoa.
When? Available Monday to Friday. Weekend appointments available by agreement. Please note that wait times for appointments can be up to 3 weeks.
Who? Individuals aged 10 year and older, Whānau, Hāpori/Communities, Workplaces, Education Providers.
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, whānau, GP and health professionals.
For non-ACC referrals, please contact us directly. Costs vary and are listed on our website.
To access support from ACC, you will need to contact them first. We do not charge extra for ACC consultations. ACC Phone 0800 101 996 or email [email protected]
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Parafed Taranaki (Taranaki Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Incorporated) was founded in 1976. Our aim is to grow and develop sport, recreational and play opportunities to disabled people within Taranaki. Parafed Taranaki can provide physical activity pathways from regional through to international levels. At Parafed Taranaki we are excited about creating opportunities for disabled people to participate in sport, recreation and play!
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At Pathways, we truly care about supporting people on their path to wellness. We understand that everyone’s journey is unique and walk alongside tāngata whai ora every step of the way. By embracing the strength of whānau and community, we support people to achieve their goals and live full lives, hopeful and connected to what matters to them.
We offer a wide range of support services for adults, and through our youth brand, Real, we also support young people to navigate the highs and lows of daily life.
Pathways provide a range of adult community-based support, short stay respite, and housing and recovery services.
Our Real youth services include short stay respite, and a community based team (Whetū Marewa) helping our young people build resilience, confidence and wellbeing.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for information on how to be referred to our services.
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Our Dietitians, Pharmacists and Social Workers work with people with long term conditions to help them to better self-manage their health. We accept referrals from health and community providers or people can self-refer.
Eligibility criteria; patients must be:
• Aged over 15 years
• Diagnosed with a long term condition e.g. DM Type 1 or 2, CHF, CVD, COPD
• Identified as high risk of developing a long term condition ie. IGT/pre-diabetes
• Eligible for publicly funded health care in New Zealand
And any of the following:
• Medication management concerns e.g. polypharmacy, multiple prescribers, non-adherence
• Nutritional concerns e.g. elevated or significantly lowered BMI
• Have difficulties self-caring/self-managing
• Identified concerns regarding lifestyle/environment/support
• Identified concerns regarding communication/memory/disengagement with health services
How to refer:
• Refer via https://taranaki.itsmyhealth.nz/
• Use e-referral for Pinnacle ExCT (Dietetics/Social Work/Pharmacist) via Best Practice.
• If via Te Whatu Ora – Taranaki, refer using CHIC referral form on WebPas.
• Specify reason for referral clearly and include recent relevant clinical results.
• Team members will refer to others within and external to Pinnacle where the need is identified on assessment.
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Progress to Health is a community based organisation supporting people with long-term mental health conditions or disabilities throughout the Waikato, Taranaki and Taupo.
With expertise in mental well-being, we work to support people to make positive changes in their lives by achieving personal goals and reconnecting with their community.
We place an emphasis on supporting and developing your strengths through individual or group activities that enhance mental and physical well-being.
Where? All of Taranaki, Waikato and Taupō. Support is offered online, via phone, and in-person
When? Our offices are open Monday to Friday; 8.30am to 5pm
Who? Those over 18 years old
Referrals are accepted from self, whānau/family, GPs, and other health professionals.
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The New Plymouth Salvation Army is a Christian based charity. Our vision is to care for people, transform lives and reform society. Helping those in need through a number of programmes and services open to the community. We welcome everyone to our centre.
Church | Sunday Service 10.30am (Including children’s church). We also hold house churches on Wednesday and Thursday evenings.
Prayer (Karakia) | Tuesday to Friday 9:00am Early morning prayer and devotions to start your day.
Women’s Support Group | Wednesday 10am
Women’s support group is a place where women can be empowered and supported and make good friendships with like-minded people. Learn about yourself and others through a spiritual journey in a safe space. We welcome women from all walks of life.
Tautoko Tane – Men’s Support Group Wednesday 10am
Tautoko Tane is a men’s support group for all men dealing with life on life’s terms. From men’s mental wellbeing, addictions, recovery, family and faith, this group gets together every Wednesday, sometimes offsite.
Recovery Church | Wednesday 6pm
Recovery Church embraces the slogan, ‘A place to belong before you believe!’ Recovery Church is a safe space for those who are on the recovery journey. Whether you are seeking support to begin the journey, are on day one, or have clean time behind you, this ministry is based on the 12 Steps and offers support through a spiritual programme.
Lord’s Gym Box Fit Class | Tuesday and Thursday 5pm
A 1-hour box fit class led by our passionate facilitator! Held in our auditorium, this class is about looking after our physical selves. A gold coin donation is appreciated.
Food and Wellbeing Support | Tuesday or Thursday’s | 10 – 12.30pm Call to book an Appointment
We offer wellbeing support and navigation including emotional support, goal setting and self development. For those in this service we have a social supermarket for food assistance available. We can also assist with a various number of other welfare concerns as needed.
Community Connections – Advocacy
We can be an advocate for you during meetings or events, you might find stressful doing alone. We can also find connections for you in the community to help support you further.
Reintegration Service
Reintegration works with those who are incarcerated and are ready to be released into society. We have a team that meets and walks beside those people, helping them put their best foot forward and supporting them on the journey as they find themselves in the community.
Supportive Housing
Transitional housing is a short-term accommodation service to help those in need who are looking for long-term properties.
Social Housing
This service is a long-term housing solution for single people.
Taranaki Bridge Programme
This programme is a live-in rehabilitation program for those suffering from addiction. The programme offers a nine-week course to help clients learn to live without the use of alcohol and drugs, as well as engaging clients in community services that support sobriety.
Family Stores
Our Family Stores offer second hand goods sold at reasonable prices! Donations welcome. All proceeds of the shop are sown back into The Salvation Army services, allowing us to continue helping the community.
Book Fair
We are always seeking donations of quality books for our annual book fair.
Where? North Taranaki. Support available in-person, online and via phone.
When? Tuesday to Friday, 9am – 2.30pm; Sundays from 10.30am.
Who? Anyone, including whānau, communities, and workplaces.
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, whānau, GP, health professionals and workplaces. Some programmes may have a waitlist.
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The Salvation Army Reintegration and Supportive Accommodation helps prisoners who are released from prison to transition back into the community. We work with prisoners who have completed a sentence of more than two years. All of our referrals come from Corrections, either from the Case Managers while the client is in prison or from Community Probation. Our service is contracted to the Department of Corrections and we work very closely with Community Probation.
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The Taranaki Whānau Centre (formerly South Taranaki Women’s Centre) was established in 2001 and has recently re-registered under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022. With this change, we are proud to now operate under our new legal name: South Taranaki Whānau Centre.
Our centre is known for its warm, friendly, and inviting atmosphere—a place where clients feel safe, relaxed, and welcome from the moment they walk through our doors. We pride ourselves on being client-focused, supportive, and non-judgemental in all the services we provide.
Our Purpose:
Our mission is to create a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for individuals, families, and Whānau. We focus on what’s happening for our clients in the present moment, supporting their choices and helping them work toward positive outcomes.
Accreditation & Compliance
Taranaki Whānau Centre holds Level 2 Social Sector Accreditation with Te Kāhui Kahu to deliver:
- Family Violence and Victims Programmes
- Parenting Support Services
We are audited every two years by the Ministry of Social Development and Oranga Tamariki, covering areas such as: Health and safety compliance;
Community Partnerships:
We are an active member of the South Taranaki Safe Families Collaborative – network of community organisations and government agencies committed to preventing family violence. Through this collective, we work together to raise awareness and improve outcomes for families in our region.
Our Mission Statement:
To provide a safe and supportive friendly environment for the empowerment of families and Whānau.
Our Services:
Social Work Support
Sometimes we need someone to talk to about things. We have professional and supportive staff at the centre.
We are client focused and unbiased and are here to help you make positive change.
- Stress and Anxiety
- Family Violence
- Counselling
- Depression
- PTSD
- Grief and loss
- Mental Health
- Confidence- low self esteem
- Relationship communication
Counselling/Support for Men:
Sometimes we need someone to talk to about things.
We have professional and supportive staff at the centre. We are client focused and unbiased and are here to help up make positive change.
- Relationship communication
- Stress and Anxiety
- Family Violence
- Understanding our mental wellbeing (anger management)
- Depression
- Mental Health
- PTSD
- Relationship counselling
We can offer a couple of specialists. Please talk to us about this.
Services are by appointment only and are at NO charge
Support Programmes:
Women’s Wellbeing: (4-week Programme)
Need to boost your self-esteem, find yourself, setting goals, Anxiety and how we manage this to reach your full potential. Do you need to reduce stress or anxiety? Are you looking for a new way to improve your quality of life, then this programme is for you. Mindfulness is about opening your mind to the present, about awareness of your thoughts. Mindfulness is about focusing on sensations and understanding how your body is feeling.
Parenting for Mums, Dads, Grandparents and Caregivers: (5-week Programme)
Covers a wide range of topics to assist parents, grandparents, and caregivers in raising today’s children. This programme is Family Violence approved under Level 2 Social Sector Accreditation standards by Te Kāhui Kāhu.
Teen Self Confidence: (3-week Programme)
What is self-esteem? Dealing with peer pressure/social media/Bullying/Anxiety and so much more. Ages 11 -17 years.
Raising Neurodiversity Complex Children: (4-week Programme)
Designed to give adults a look at how our kids see the world. To assist them to reach their full potential without being labelled by others. Covers a wide range from how they learn, how important routine is, foods to avoid and behaviour challenges and lots more. Support from other parents that are experiencing challengers also.
Neurodiversity is a term that describes the natural differences in how people’s brains work. It’s based on the idea that these differences are variations, rather than deficits, in how people process information.
Where? Available in South Taranaki, in-person, online and via phone
When? Monday to Thursday; 9 am until 4pm.
Who? All ages and whānau
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, whānau, GP, health professionals, workplaces, lawyers and Work and Income. There may be a waitlist at times.
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The Active Lifestyles Team at Sport Taranaki provide the support services of Green Prescription and Community Strength and Balance. We also have a comprehensive ACTIVITY HUB where you will find links to a huge variety of opportunities across Taranaki to be physically active including walking and jogging groups, aquatic classes, gyms, dance, sports clubs, yoga and tai chi to name a few.
What is Green Prescription/Rongoā Kākāriki?
Green Prescription is a free service which provides support and motivation to improve individual wellbeing/hauora through physical activity and lifestyle support.
Who can access Green Prescription support?
Any adults who are medically stable, are not meeting MOH guidelines for physical activity and are motivated to increase their physical activity and make some lifestyle changes
We are particularly keen to support anyone with either newly diagnosed or long-term health conditions who would benefit from increasing their physical activity levels e.g. clients with diabetes, cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, osteoarthritis and/or depression and anxiety.
What support is available through Community Strength and Balance?
We work with leaders in the community to provide a fun, safe and effective network of community classes aimed to help fall prevention in our older population.
For more information please refer to our website or talk to a health professional about a referral for support.
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Kia ora; Taranaki Retreat offers a ‘Space to Breathe’ for individuals or whānau going through tough times – people helping people; alongside-you holistic peer-support, connected up and working hand-in-hand with our clinical services – each of us doing our bit to make sure that you are heard and cared for.
People reach out, or when that is too hard, friends/whānau members and other caring services get in touch with us every single day to get some support rolling. That’s what we’re here for. We offer a Support Hub (Waimanako), an Outreach Support Hub (Waihāpai), a food truck (Waimanaaki), and a peaceful Time Out space in the country.
Waimanako is a “safe space” in New Plymouth (35 Octavius Place) with awesome kai and coffee, and many workshops and support groups. We’re open Monday to Friday (check out our website for our hours), and we’re On Pause on Weekends and Public Holidays. Listening Ear support is always available – you don’t need an appointment!
If you need kai support, we have a food truck ‘Waimanaaki’ which offers free kai for our community! Locations and times are available on our website and on our Facebook page ‘Waimanako; Support Hub’.
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Established in 2008, Taranaki Safe Families Trust is a collaborative of 26 government and non-government agencies leading the family violence prevention campaign in Taranaki.
We aim to promote awareness, encourage the utilisation of local services and advocate for long term cultural change in our community. TSFT has established project groups which contribute to the campaign including family violence workplace training, professional development and an extreme risk case management process.
The overall vision of TSFT is for Taranaki whānau to be safe and free of violence.
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OUR VISION: To influence the prevention and reduction of Domestic Violence in the Taranaki community.
TWR offers Domestic Violence services for all women and their children.
Our services are confidential, non-discriminatory and for all women aged
18-65 years’ old who have been or are experiencing Domestic Violence. TWR provides information, advice, education and advocacy through multiple support mechanisms including provision of:
- A free confidential service by qualified, professional practitioners
- An 0800 * crisis line* available 24/7 throughout the region
- A face-to-face service Taranaki wide
- A confidential safe house (criteria applies)
- A community office hub
- Safety planning
- A women’s group
- Post crisis intensive social work with a registered social worker
- Referrals, with consent, to external agencies for specialised services. For example: legal, W&I, housing, budgeting
- Transitional Housing (referrals via W&I)
- Whanau Protect: Practical Safety improvements including home alarm systems for high-risk victims of DV
- Networking with relevant agencies to ensure safety and good service provision
- ASPIRE Men’s Project- one-on-one counselling for men who want to change their relationship behaviour with a male social worker
Please contact us for further information.
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Tautoko Tane Taranaki (Male Survivors Taranaki) is a charitable trust dedicated to enabling the wellbeing of male survivors of sexual abuse.
If you are a male who has been sexually abused you are not alone. We are here to support you in creating a happier, healthier future.
Our free services offer you the opportunity for:
- Confidentiality
- No judgement
- Self-determination
- Working with other survivors
- Focus on hope and recover
- Moving towards wellbeing
We use peer support and can engage in one-to-one meetings, peer group meetings and family/whanau meetings.
Where? All of Taranaki and across Aotearoa. Available in-person, online and via phone
When? Monday to Friday; 8.30am until 5pm.
Who? Tāne / Males that are 18+
Referrals: We accept referrals from self, whānau, GP, and health professionals.
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I am passionate about supporting people to return to wholeness, through healing wounds, reconnecting with their inner wisdom, and living with greater clarity, meaning and purpose. I am a mother, practicing artist, and I have been working in the field of holistic wellbeing since 2012. I offer a range of natural, integrative and holistic approaches to support emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing.
My services include:
- Esoteric Hypnosis: A soul-centred approach that integrates elements of hypnosis with traditional shamanic healing. Sessions include soul retrieval work, supporting clients in processing trauma, including childhood experiences. This modality can be helpful for those experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD, particularly when seeking a spiritually-oriented approach to healing.
- Spiritual Counselling and Care: I have over a decade of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges using a compassionate, insight-oriented approach. My training includes Psychosynthesis Counselling, and I also serve as a Buddhist chaplain, offering spiritual care, including end-of-life support. My work supports clients in developing awareness, meaning, and a deeper connection to their values and purpose.
- Flower Essence Therapy: A gentle, complementary therapy that works with plant-based essences to support emotional balance and holistic wellbeing. Flower essences are often used to assist with stress, anxiety, trauma and depression. They are vibrational medicines that influences one’s consciousness by healing distortions in the subtle energy body. Flower essences are natural, safe and have no contraindications.
- Homeobotanical Therapy: A New Zealand-developed system of plant-based remedies created by Dr Brian Murray. These preparations are designed to support the body’s natural healing processes and may be used to complement emotional and physical wellbeing. The range includes both traditional Western herbs and native plant remedies developed with guidance from Māori elders.
I offer private one-on-one sessions in my central New Plymouth practice, as well as online consultations. I also host workshops and retreats focused on self-development, creativity, and wellbeing, and offer a monthly koha-based clinic to increase accessibility.
Where? All of Taranaki and across Aotearoa. Available in-person, online and via phone
Who? All ages and whānau
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Thrive with Ruth offers two main branches to help people Thrive, Yoga and Fermented Foods.
I offer Yoga classes that are accessible to all shapes, sizes and ages. The classes are invitational, fun and safe, no one will be told to put their foot behind their head! I am also training in Trauma Sensitive Yoga and bring that aspect to all my classes. I work with beginners and older people, as well as whānau classes.
The other branch of Thrive with Ruth is Fermented Foods. I teach introduction to fermented foods. Together, we learn how to ferment vegetables and how to make sourdough bread. We learn in groups, to help each other and strengthen communities. I call my courses fermented foods parties.
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Tui Ora wraps a korowai of support around you and your whānau, as you navigate your own way to bringing health and well-being into your life.
Our kaiārahi, registered nurses, publi health teams and hauora experts can awhi you with programmes and services designed for Māori, with Māori and by Māori. If you have a whānau hauora goal or want support getting something health-related sorted, we are there for you!
Our services include:
- Community nursing for long-term health conditions such as diabetes or heart disease
- Cancer nursing and support
- Tamariki Ora and childhood immunisations
- Pāhake Waiora/Older Person’s wellbeing
We can help with:
- Feelings of being overwhelmed or the need to get some balance mentally and emotionally
- Support for taiohi who are finding life a struggle at times
- Alcohol, gambling and drug addiction
- Stopping smoking
- Support to enable you to create positive change in you life.
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The main purpose of Volunteering New Plymouth is to assist ‘not for profit’ community groups in recruiting and retaining volunteers and to offer ongoing support to all community organisations and their volunteers. To do this we offer our service as a contact point for all volunteers and community agencies.
We provide information about opportunities for volunteering, we raise community awareness of the importance of the work that is undertaken by volunteers, we organise recognition awards, we advocate on behalf of volunteers and community organisations at a local and national level and we provide a channel where resources can be shared, particularly in the training of volunteers and their coordinators/managers.
Office hours: Monday – Thursday 8.30 – 3.30pm and Fridays – Mobile
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We provide support and validation to women & their families who are distressed by events in their life. Our services include advice, information, referrals to other agencies, support and advocacy. The Centre takes a humanist approach and our initiatives are based on the philosophy that meeting people’s basic needs such as food, shelter and a sense of belonging are the starting point for self sufficiency, growth and emotional well being.
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YMCA Taranaki provides a range of youth and community support services across the region, focused on building strong kids, families, and communities.
Youth Development
The YMCA offers opportunities for young people to help build their confidence, develop their communication skills, group participation, and goal setting skills.
Services include:
– Youth Justice – Supported Bail & Mentoring (ages 11-18, referrals from Oranga Tamariki & NZ Police)
– Specialist Youth Service Corp (SYSCO) – 20-week programme (ages 14-17 referrals from Oranga Tamariki & NZ Police)
– Fees for Service Mentoring (ages 10-18, can be referred by anyone)
– Transition to Adulthood Support Service (ages 16-12, for rangatahi who have been in the care of Oranga Tamariki)
The Y Community Space
A welcoming and inclusive venue, designed to meet the diverse needs of the community. The space offers a variety of free activities and services to promote connection, well-being and personal growth for everyone.
Free Sessions include: Craft sessions, Group outings, Community Law Workshops, Community Barbecues & Cooking Lessons.
Check out our website to learn how to get involved!
Te Whare O Tapatahi
A shelter initiative supporting men who are sleeping rough in New Plymouth, offering a safe, structured, and welcoming space for those experiencing homelessness. The whare provides meals, showers, laundry, overnight accommodation and tailored support services in a respectful and secure environment. We have a zero-tolerance policy for drugs and alcohol; safety for all is a main priority. More than a shelter, Te Whare o Tapatahi—meaning “house of integrity”—embodies the values of dignity, unity, and compassion. It’s a place where some of our most vulnerable Tāne are supported to reconnect with themselves and their community, and where structure and care come together to help rebuild lives.