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Awarua Whanau Services

Māori Services
Children, Youth & Families
Social Support
Details
(03) 218 6668
Phone
Website
Mobile
190 Forth Street, Invercargill
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Services

AWS provides services that address social, health, early educational need and Rangatahi Services. This includes Mother and Pepi, Tamariki Ora, Whanau Ora, Whanau Tautoko, Counselling, Rangatahi programmes and support.

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Barnardos - Southland

Children, Youth & Families
Education
Social Support
Details
(0800) 227 627
Phone
Website
Mobile
120b Leet Street, Invercargill
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

24/7 Phone line.

Services

Barnardos provide a range of care, education and support services developed specifically for New Zealand children and their families. The services we provide reflect our commitment to ensuring that all children are able to receive the very best start to life.

  • Leap (Social work support)
  • 0800 What's Up (942 8787)
  • Home based Earley Learning
  • Family Breakdown Assessment
  • Childrens Safety Programme
  • Parenting through separation
  • Social Works in Schools

http://www.barnardos.org.nz

Bay Audiology Dunedin

Hearing Services
Details
03 477 0329
Phone
Website
Mobile
63 Moray Place, Dunedin 9016
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

We are proud to offer a range of services to suit your hearing needs. These services include hearing loss diagnosis, treatments, tinnitus diagnosis and management, as well as hearing aid fittings, servicing, and maintenance.

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Bester Mckay Family Doctors

General Practitioners
Details
(03) 218 6325
Phone
Website
Mobile
106 Don Street, Invercargill
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

8am - 5pm

Services

Blind Low Vision NZ - Dunedin Branch

Visual Impairment
Support Service
Details
0800 243333
Phone
Website
Mobile
458 Hillside Road, Caversham, Otago 9012
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm

Services

Blind Low Vision NZ is here to provide practical and emotional support, to advocate for inclusive communities and lead the way in vision rehabilitation.

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Ophthalmic Referral

Blind Low Vision NZ - Invercargill

Visual Impairment
Support Service
Equipment & Assistive Technology
Support Groups
Details
(0800) 243 333
Phone
Website
Mobile
172 Queens Drive, Richmond, Invercargill 9810
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 10am - 2pm

Services

Blind Low Vision NZ empowers people who are blind, deafblind or have low vision by giving them the training, tools, and tips they need to deal with their sight loss and achieve their goals.

  • Community Support Groups
  • Adaptive Technology
  • Information and Advice
  • Telefriend

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Ophthalmic Referral

Blind Sport

Sport, recreation and friendship
Visual Impairment
Details
022 309 4783 or 022 538 8162
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

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Services

Blind Sport New Zealand Incorporated is New Zealand’s National Disability Sport Organisation for blind, deafblind and low vision sport and physical recreation. We are charged with leading sport and recreation opportunity and driving participation in blind and low vision sport throughout New Zealand.

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What does Blind Sport Do?

Supports individuals with a vision impairment across Aotearoa to get active. Blind Sport New Zealand works with:

- All ages

- All levels of activity (participation and competitive)

- All vision impairments, including individuals with additional needs

- All sports and active recreation

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- Upskills coaches, sport organisations and schools on how to ensure their sport is inclusive

- Advocates for inclusive opportunities in all areas of sport

- Supports the sport community and Blind Sport New Zealand members with programmes and events

- Runs youth programmes and events

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Bluff Medical Centre

General Practitioners
Details
(03) 212 7337
Phone
Website
Mobile
2 Tone Street, Bluff
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

8:30am - 5pm

Services

We are a general practice aiming to provide quality healthcare to you and your family.

Bluff Prescription Centre

Pharmacies
Details
(03) 212 8617
Phone
Website
Mobile
128 Gore Street, Bluff
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 10am - 4:30pm

Services

This is a collection depot only - no pharmacist on site.

Boccia New Zealand Inc

Sport, recreation and friendship
Details
021 0299 4936
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm

Services

Boccia New Zealand promotes and supports the sport of boccia amongst all people with a physical disability throughout New Zealand.

Boccia is a precision ball sport similar to petanque and bowls whereby athletes throw, kick or use a ramp to propel a ball onto court aiming to get close to a target ball (Jack). Played indoors from a seated position using soft leather balls on a smooth rectangular court, boccia can be played as individuals, in pairs or teams of three. Boccia is a game of skill and strategy and is a truly inclusive sport in which men and women of all ages and abilities can play together. Boccia is a Paralympic sport with no Olympic counterpart and is designed specifically for athletes with a disability affecting locomotor function.

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Brain Injury Association Otago

Support Service
Neurological Support Services
Information and Advice
Support Groups
Details
(03) 471 6156
Phone
Website
Mobile
Burns House, 10 George Street, Cnr George and Bath streets, Dunedin
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 4pm

Services

The Otago Brain Injury Association provides support, advocacy, information and education in order to promote quality life that maximises potential, choice and independence for people affected by brain injury. We provide a free and independent service throughout the entire Otago area supporting those with a brain injury and their families and carers. We provide assistance around accessing services and support i.e. ACC, Ministry of Social Development and other government organisations or community agencies. We also provide peer support groups across Otago. Our clients find it extremely helpful to have someone who is knowledgeable on entitlements and the systems they have to deal with, who is able to speak up on their behalf if required.

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Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition

Support Service
Information and Advice
Advocacy
Details
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

We provide information, support and representation for those with breast cancer so they can make informed choices about their treatment and care. We offer our Step by Step support pack free of charge to everyone diagnosed in NZ. Through our networking and advocacy we aim to make would-class detection, treatment and care available to everyone diagnosed with breast cancer, wherever they live in NZ.

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Breastfeeding Support Otago & Southland

Children, Youth & Families
Social work and other services
Details
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

Breastfeeding Support Otago and Southland (BFSOS) is a Peer Support programme created by WellSouth Primary Health Network. This programme aims to help women in our Southern communities to access FREE, friendly, and non-judgemental support to establish, maintain and continue breastfeeding and help with common feeding challenges. All Peer Supporters have completed accredited training and have been police vetted.

Broadway Medical Centre Dunedin

General Practitioners
Details
(03) 477 4335
Phone
Website
Mobile
2 Broadway, Dunedin 9016
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8am - 6pm

Services

We are a general practice that provides quality healthcare to you and your family.

We see patients by appointment only and your appointment can be virtual, phone or face to face consults depending on your situation and preference.

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Brockville Community Connect Hub

Children, Youth & Families
Practical Support
Networking
Information and Advice
Details
Phone
Website
Mobile
275 Brockville Road, Brockville, Dunedin
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

The hub is available to local residents and groups for a broad variety of activities, including meetings, workshops, courses, and children’s play groups.

  • Foodbank in association with KiwiHarvest
  • The space can be used by government organisations to help people gain access to services through Kainga Ora, the Ministry of Social Development, as well as health professionals.
  • The hub can advocate for amenities needed in the local community

Burnett Foundation Aotearoa

Health Service
Information and Advice
Rainbow
Details
0800 802 437
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

NZAF provides services for gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, and people living with or affected by HIV. Its services include rapid HIV testing, resources and education about HIV and counselling. While NZAF’s testing clinics are in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, it offers national test distribution services, remote counselling and hosts a range of useful resources and tools on its website. A 24 hour hotline is also available to help answer your questions and connect you to appropriate services.

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Burn Support Group Charitable Trust Inc

Information and Advice
Education
Networking
Practical Support
Support Service
Details
(09) 270 0640
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30-17:30

Services

We aim to lower the incidences of burn injuries and educate people about burn prevention, by:

  • Holding educational seminars for interested community groups.
  • Creating burn prevention awareness by attending appropriate community events with our display stand and relevant resources.
  • Working with other community groups such as NZ Fire Service, and Safekids to promote injury prevention awareness.
  • Providing FREE burn prevention lessons and resources to schools, kindergartens and Kohanga Reo and other community groups in Auckland.
  • Providing FREE resources and ideas to interested teachers and schools throughout New Zealand.

We aim to support and assist people with burn injuries, by:

  • Visiting patients and their families in Middlemore Hospital.
  • Improving patient care through the funding of equipment to help burn patients, over and above that funded by the health service.
  • Fostering the sharing of information between burn survivors, their families, health professionals and other interested parties.
  • Improve patient care for burn patients by attending appropriate conferences and workshops.
  • Offering to accompany and support children who have burn injuries when they return to school.
  • Providing opportunities for mutual support for burn survivors, such as workshops and our annual Burn Support Children’s camp for 7-17 year olds.
  • Providing support that is not able to be funded through other means.
  • Linking survivors to other support system

Cancer Society - Central Otago & Queenstown Lakes District

Health Service
Education
Information and Advice
Support Groups
Details
03 442 4281
Phone
Website
Mobile
Aurum House, Terrace Junction, 1092 Frankton Road, Frankton, Queenstown 9300
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon - Fri - 8.30am - 4.30pm. Fridays by appointment only

Services

We are here to help and support you and your whānau through cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

  • One-on-one Support
  • Transport to treatment
  • Support Groups
  • Cancer Helpline
  • Information and Education

REFERRAL FORM

Cancer Society Gore

Information and Advice
Support Service
Details
(03) 218 4108
Phone
Website
Mobile
1 Charlton Lane, Gore 9710
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Tues / Wed - please phone 027 218 4008 - Wednesday in office 9 - 4:30pm

Services

Support, information and advice for cancer sufferers and their families.

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REFERRAL FORM

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Cancer Society of NZ - Coastal Otago

Information and Advice
Education
Details
034777447
Phone
Website
Mobile
283 Great King St, Dunedin
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri  8.30-4.30pm

Services

We are here to help and support you and your whānau through cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

  • One-on-one Support
  • Transport to treatment
  • Support Groups
  • Cancer Helpline
  • Information and Education
  • Daffodil House Accommodation

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REFERRAL FORM

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Cancer Society of NZ - Otago/Southland Division

Support Service
Information and Advice
Social work and other services
Transport
Details
(03) 477 7447
Phone
Website
Mobile
283 Great King Street, Dunedin
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 4pm

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Services

We are here to support people with cancer and their whānau. We are part of the Otago and Southland Division of the Cancer Society.

Services include:

  • Support Groups
  • Transport to treatment appointments
  • Daffodil House
  • A ‘home away from home’, when receiving treatment in Dunedin. This facility is warm and inviting, especially of value for those receiving radiotherapy or treatment over an extended period of time. If you would prefer alternative accommodation, we can also assist.
  • Counselling
  • Advocacy and Support
  • Information and resources

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REFERRAL FORM

Cancer Society of NZ - Otago/Southland Division - Invercargill Office

Health Service
Support Groups
Support Service
Details
(03) 218 4108
Phone
Website
Mobile
149 Spey Street, Invercargill 9810
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

9am - 4:30pm

Services

A non profit organisation that seeks to minimize the impact of cancer on our community through support, education and research.

  • Support Groups
  • Transport to appointments
  • Assistance with accommodation for out of town treatment

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REFERRAL FORM

CanTeen

Support Service
Children, Youth & Families
Social work and other services
Details
0800 2268 336
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

CanTeen Aotearoa is a charity that provides free and tailored support to rangatahi aged 13-24 who are impacted by cancer. Whether they are dealing with their own diagnosis, the cancer of a sibling or parent, or the death of a sibling or parent.

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Support includes:

  • Programmes and camps
  • Robots project
  • Information and resources
  • Online Support
  • Peer Support Events

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REFERRAL FORM

Cardiac Club of Southland (Incorporated)

Support Groups
Details
(03) 217 6616
Phone
Website
Mobile
Heart Foundation, Hargest House, 62 Deveron Street, Invercargill 9840
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

The Cardiac Club meets monthly in the Richmond Grove Church Hall, cnr Yarrow and Margaret Streets, Invercargill. Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 2pm unless otherwise advertised. Members are people who have had heart problems and or heart surgery; family members are welcome.

Carers New Zealand

Support Service
Transport
Employment Services
Social work and other services
Home health, help and care
Details
0800 777 797
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

The primary role of Carers NZ is to ensure awareness about carers, their role, and their needs within New Zealand and internationally. We participate in government reference and working groups, and promote the interests of family carers to decision-makers in health, education, employment, social services, housing, transport, and other important areas.

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Services include:

  • Electronic newsletters
  • Family care magazine
  • Resources and information

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Cargill Enterprises

Employment Services
Disability Support
Details
03 455 5119
Phone
Website
Mobile
199 Hillside Road, South Dunedin 9012
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8am - 4:30pm

Services

Cargill Enterprises currently employs over 80 people with some level of a disability. Ages range from school leavers through to retirees.

Our employees are asked to apply themselves to the best of their ability and embrace the culture of care, patience and respect common to any good workplace.  All employees have personal development plans and for some, these will include life skills such as using a computer or improving their numeracy and literacy. We offer regular classroom type training programmes run during paid work hours and tutored by skilled, contracted educators to support and upskill our employees. All employees have a typical employment agreement and are expected to fulfill workplace obligations, be punctual, work the agreed hours, pay taxes and contribute to Kiwisaver.  From this they take great satisfaction and confidence knowing that their employment contract was achieved on merit, hence making a meaningful and valuable contribution to their communities and the economy.

As a result of employees taking pride in their workmanship and applying their skills we have developed and established a proven, respected footing in the business community for producing top quality products and services. ​​​​​​​

Providing employment improves quality of life by helping build self-esteem, self-confidence and work skills. If you think you would like to apply for a position with us please contact our HR Manager.

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Catholic Social Services - Dunedin

Social work and other services
Details
(03) 455 3838 or (0800) 277 669
Phone
Website
Mobile
42 Macandrew Road, South Dunedin 9012
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon / Tues / Thurs / Fri 9am - 5pm

Wed 10:30am - 5pm

Services

Catholic Social Services (Live Life Well) is a Family Social Service and Counselling Agency providing support to families, couples and individuals with a major focus on parenting. We offer Social Work, Counselling, Parenting Courses & Education.

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Services include:

  • Counselling
  • Best Start programme
  • Social and Community Work
  • Parenting
  • Supervised Contact

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REFERRAL FORM

CCS Disability Action - Dunedin

Disability Support
Support Service
Transition from school
Home health, help and care
Employment Services
Details
03 477 4117 or 0800 227 2255
Phone
Website
Mobile
30 Portsmouth Drive, Dunedin 9012
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 4pm

Services

We are here to provide support and strengthen communities so people with disabilities are included in everyday activities like work, education and recreation. Our aim is to support you to be in charge of your life and achieve the goals you set. For children this means supporting a 'whole of family' approach. We can provide you and your family/whanau with information, ideas and support, and connect you with people and groups in your community. We advocate for the rights of disabled people - to government, the wider community and other organisations.

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CCS Disability Action - Southland

Disability Support
Support Service
Transition from school
Home health, help and care
Information and Advice
Details
(03) 218 9696
Phone
Website
Mobile
142 Don Street, Invercargill
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 4pm

Services

CCS Disability Action is the largest pan-disability support and advocacy organisation in New Zealand. CCS Disability Action’s vision is to see every disabled person included in the life of their family and community. As well as providing direct support and advocacy, we have a wider role in shaping society’s attitudes towards people with a disability. We have been working with disabled people and their families since 1935 and are now at the forefront of service provision, advocacy and information sharing in the disability sector New Zealand-wide. Our people are professional, innovative, dedicated and knowledgeable. We hold ourselves to the highest possible ethical and professional standards and are known for our partnership approach to support. We partner with disabled people, their families and whānau to enable them to have choice and control in their lives. We are also the organisation that manages the Mobility Parking Permit Scheme providing greater convenience and community access for over 160,000 permit holders.

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CCS Disability Action - Waitaki

Disability Support
Home health, help and care
Support Service
Education
Details
(03) 437 9005
Phone
Website
Mobile
316 Thames Highway, Oamaru
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 12pm

Services

CCS Disability Action is the largest pan-disability support and advocacy organisation in New Zealand. CCS Disability Action’s vision is to see every disabled person included in the life of their family and community. As well as providing direct support and advocacy, we have a wider role in shaping society’s attitudes towards people with a disability. We have been working with disabled people and their families since 1935 and are now at the forefront of service provision, advocacy and information sharing in the disability sector New Zealand-wide. Our people are professional, innovative, dedicated and knowledgeable. We hold ourselves to the highest possible ethical and professional standards and are known for our partnership approach to support. We partner with disabled people, their families and whānau to enable them to have choice and control in their lives. We are also the organisation that manages the Mobility Parking Permit Scheme providing greater convenience and community access for over 160,000 permit holders.

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Central Lakes Community Mental Health Team

Mental Health Support
Children, Youth & Families
Details
(03) 441 0010
Phone
Website
Mobile
19 Douglas Street, Frankton
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 4:30am

(After hours emergency - call 0800 467 846)

Services

Multidisciplinary team that provides assessment and treatment to all people who have moderate to severe mental illness. This includes a child, adolescent and family service, Drug and Alcohol service and Adult mental health service. An on call service operates after hours for all mental health emergencies.

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Central Lakes Family Services

Children, Youth & Families
Details
Adult Team- 0508 440 255, Child Youth Team- 0508 600 696
Phone
Website
Mobile
Various sites, find you nearest via website: https://www.clfs.co.nz/about-us/contact-us/
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm

Services

Level 1, 88 Beach St, Steamer Wharf
Queenstown 9300

16B McBride Street
Frankton 9300

14-20 Centennial Ave
Alexandra 9300

Queenstown Lakes Family Centre is a primary mental health and social service provider. We are a team of Registered Health Professionals who specialise in working with children and families. We offer a range of evidence based services to support families in meeting the emotional, social and behavioural needs of their children.

Services include:

  • Parenting programmes
  • Strengthening Families
  • Social Work Services
  • Mild/moderate Mental Health
  • Community Education
  • Counselling

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Referrals:

Referrals and general enquiries:
0508 440 255
info@clfs.co.nz

QT Family Referrals (03) 441 4331
Call Free: 0508 440 255

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Central Otago Budgeting Services

Financial Assistance
Details
(03) 448 8072
Phone
Website
Mobile
14 - 20 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9:30am - 1:30pm

Services

Providing FREE budgeting and financial support services in Central Otago, Queenstown Lakes and Maniototo.  As well as free community education.

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Central Otago Freemasons Mobility Scooters Charitable Trust

Equipment & Assistive Technology
Details
(03) 448 7566
Phone
Website
Mobile
31 O'Neill Crescent, Bridge Hill, Alexandra
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Available anytime

Services

Mobility chairs and scooters available for short term hire to elderly or persons recovering from illness in Central Otago Lake District, or visitors to the area.

Short term hire. Maximum period of use is from four to six weeks, or as agreed to.

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Central Otago Friendship Network

Support Groups
Sport, recreation and friendship
Details
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours
Services

Central Otago Friendship Network do run regular social groups in the Alexandra area for those who may be isolated due to barriers such as experiencing disability or age related conditions. They are not support groups specific to a particular medical condition or impairment but rather casual social outings which seek to provide connection spaces for a diverse range of people who may experience loneliness or isolation in our rural communities. Follow the link to their facebook page to find out the weekly updates & upcoming events.

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Central Otago Living Options

Disability Support
Children, Youth & Families
Home health, help and care
Education
Details
(03) 448 7748
Phone
Website
Mobile
29 Ngapara Street, Alexandra
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Services

Living Options aims to provide support for people with disabilities residing in the Central Otago and Lakes District. Their goal is to enable individuals to have as much control over their lives as possible, whilst ensuring that they are provided with opportunities to succeed and that their rights are protected. Living Options takes pride in offering a wide range of personalised services that cater  to the needs of each individual - these include:

  • Child and Youth support
  • Community Participation
  • Home Support
  • Kaupapa Māori
  • Life Skills
  • Pasifika and Cultureal Support
  • Residential Support
  • Respite Care
  • Supported Living Accommodation

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Central Otago Optical Ltd

Visual Impairment
Details
(03) 448 6727
Phone
Website
Mobile
3 Deel Street, Alexandra
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Services

Central Otago Optical provides eyecare, education and advice services to New Zealanders who are blind or partially sighted. Optical aids and a range of magnifiers are available for purchase.

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Central Otago Rural Education Activities Programme Inc (REAP)

Education
Children, Youth & Families
Social Support
Details
(03) 448 6115
Phone
Website
Mobile
14 - 20 Centennial Ave, Alexandra
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Thurs 8:30am - 5pm

Fri 8:30am - 3:30pm

Services

Central Otago REAP provides educational opportunities from early childhood, school and adult years. A range of programmes are offered to provide support to second chance learners including free adult literacy classes, computer and lifeskill courses. Central Otago REAP manages the Strengthening Families process in the Upper Clutha, Central Otago and Maniototo areas.

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Cerebral Palsy Society

Information and Advice
Support Service
Health Service
Details
0800 503 603 ext 1
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 3pm

Services

The Cerebral Palsy Society is a member-based organisation that strives to enhance the lives of people with cerebral palsy in New Zealand by providing programmes, support and advice. Our members are at the heart of everything we do and we are proud to support New Zealander’s with CP at all ages and stages. We run a variety of programmes and services for our members  – from funding to subsidise taxi travel and physical activities,  to grants, member events and support networks.

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Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health Service (CAFMHS) Te Whatu Ora - Dunedin

Mental Health Support
Children, Youth & Families
Details
03 471 7105
Phone
Website
Mobile
9 Moray Place, Dunedin 9016
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Services

Provides assessment and treatment for children and young people aged up to 14 years.

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Programmes include:

  • Alcohol and other drug services
  • Specialist Mental Health Community Services
  • Co-existing Problems - Mental Health and Addictions
  • Eating Disorders
  • Youth Forensic Service
  • Ward 9C Acute Inpatient Unit - Youth Beds

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Child Cancer Foundation

Children, Youth & Families
Details
(0800) 424 453
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm

Services

Child Cancer Foundation provides strength and comfort to families, parents and children impacted by child cancer.

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While medical staff do an incredible job treating the child, families often need emotional and practical support beyond what doctors and nurses are able to give. That’s why we ensure that each newly diagnosed family has a dedicated Family Support Coordinator, who is there to provide them with the specific help they need, every step of the way.

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Children with Disabilities

Support Groups
Details
021 685 400
Phone
Website
Mobile
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 10am - 5pm

Services

We are a New Zealand-based registered charity.

Striving to bring enjoyment to children's lives, our current focus is on the lack of facilities in New Zealand that cater to disabled children.

Our mission! To make New Zealand the most disability-friendly region in the world. Let's start with playgrounds. We have reached our first target: contributing $10,000 towards a wheelchair swing for Waipu Park.

To provide more events for our disabled children, their parents, and siblings to enjoy togetherness.

More usable and wheelchair-friendly outdoor sensory programs and equipment in public spaces. Our mission is to make every disabled child welcome in New Zealand.

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Choices NZ - Invercargill

Disability Support
Employment Services
Details
(0800) 723 154
Phone
Website
Mobile
162 Dee Street, Invercargill 9810
Physical Address
More Info
Fax
Hours

Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Services

At Choices NZ, we are dedicated to ensuring people with disabilities and health needs enjoy fulfilling and independent lives. Choices NZ is all about choosing the assistance you want and the flexibility to control and change that assistance when you want to. We can assist you to:- Achieve greater independence- Develop your social networks to connect with individuals and groups with common interests- Access community services- Live independently and help choose the best living situation for you- Gain employment- Experience new challenges or pursue new interests. Our Life Coaches and Facilitators are experienced and qualified, and our specialist clinical staff provide expert advice – evaluating and supporting staff to deliver comprehensive and carefully-designed services.

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Christian Centre - Bainfield Gardens

Mental Health Support
Support Service
Practical Support
Details
Phone
Website
Mobile
Donovan Park in Invercargill and Hokonui Runanga, Gore.
Physical Address
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Hours

Mon to Fri 9am - 3pm

Services

Bainfield Gardens aims to provide an environment where people who face the challenge of coping with varying degrees of mental illness can come to a Gardens where the environment itself creates healing.This is done through teaching work-based skills in a gardening environment which has a Christian culture of encouragement and love towards each other.In turn this adds back community and enjoyment into the consumers lives so that they will be able to transition back to the fullness of life.

Consumers are referred to the Bainfield Gardens (or BOG as it is often affectionately referred to) through the Southland District Health Board and other agencies, including self referral.

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Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) - Dunedin

Information and Advice
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(03) 471 6166
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Website
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155 Princes Street, Rodgers House, Dunedin 9016
Physical Address
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Hours

Mon-Thurs 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

Fri 10.00 am – 1.00 pm

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Services

What the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) does:

  • Provide free, confidential and independent help, information and advice to anyone
  • Help people to know and understand their rights under the law, the steps they need to take to resolve their issues and how to access the services they need.
  • CAB is ‘a universal service’ – this means we help anyone with any question or issue. For example; your employment rights, residential tenancy disputes, signing a tenancy agreement, returning faulty goods, parenting, separation and relationship property issues, immigration visas, applying for a new passport, citizenship, fences and trees..
  • Our Service is provided by around 30 skilled, trained, volunteer bureau interviewers

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How to contact CAB Ōtepoti Dunedin

  • Call Dunedin direct on 03 471 6166 OR
  • Call the nationwide freephone on 0800 367 222 (maybe answered nationwide)
  • Email CAB via website online enquiry at https://www.cab.org.nz/find-a-cab/contact-us/
  • Call in at 155 Princes Street. (phone first at either 10 am or 1 pm to check how busy we are)
  • CAB hours Mon-Thurs 10.00 am – 4.00 pm, Fri 10.00 am – 1.00 pm

How it works when someone contacts CAB

  • CAB is friendly, welcoming, empathetic, respectful and non-judgemental.
  • The client will be asked what they have done so far and what they would like to happen. All the relevant facts will be gathered that will determine the client's rights and options.
  • The bureau interviewer will investigate and research the client’s options using the CAB comprehensive online knowledge base. Options will be considered and this researched information will be presented to the client. This is so the client can make an informed decision - educating and empowering people.
  • Further assistance will be offered to help the client take action if that is appropriate. This might be providing for example - Language assistance for those who have English as a Second Language, writing a letter for someone if literacy is an issue or providing guidance and access to online services in our office

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The CAB website is a powerful resource with thousands of articles and information about people's rights under the law. The information is up-to-date and accurate so people can have confidence they are reading quality, credible information about their rights - written in plain English. www.cab.org.nz.

CAB also has a new ‘youth’ website https://youth.cab.org.nz/ highlights many of the key issues for youth embarking on those ‘firsts’ in adult life.

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CAB has 3 Language support options available to use with clients

  • The Language Assistance Service Connecting Now which we can access on demand on the phone if needed by a client (no booking required)
  • CAB volunteers around NZ who can offer the CAB service of information and advice in another language
  • Te Whatu Ora Southern interpreters face-to-face with ourselves and the client

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The other key part of our Service is that CAB helps connect people to the Services, clubs, activities and support organisations they need – connecting people and communities.

CAB has one of the most comprehensive community directories in Aotearoa – we provide and maintain an online community directory of over 35,000 Services and organisations nationwide

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