Men in general have fewer social and emotional support systems and these generally involve the sort of social activities that are Covid-19 has currently curtailed, such as meeting…
ThroughBlue is a Wellington based support group for women with experience of depression. It has been running for the last 12 years and is a registered charity. The…
Child Inter-Family Sexual Abuse Support – CIFSAS is an organisation whose vision is to provide a safe environment where the whanau of child inter-family sexual abuse can come together…
A guide to the Ohana Young Parents Charitable Trust, what it does, and how you can access its support. Learn all about the Ohana Young Parents Charitable Trust…
The Foundation for Conductive Education is not a parent support group, but provides support to nine educational centres around New Zealand which deliver conductive education – a programme…
Life Education Trust is a charitable trust that delivers a health programme that slots into what the children receive as a part of the New Zealand Curriculum, to…
The Outdoor Pursuits Centre — known formally as The Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre of New Zealand, and informally as “OPC” — is New Zealand’s leading provider…
The Spirit of Adventure Youth Development Voyage is the highly sought after 10 day programme for 15- 19 year olds. NZ students may apply either through their school…
The Foundation for Youth Development (FYD) is a leading not-for-profit organisation managing unique youth development programmes aimed to inspire school age children in New Zealand to reach their full…
Relationships Aotearoa is a non-government, not-for-profit agency which provides skilled counselling and education services throughout New Zealand. Their particular field of expertise is relationships, but they work with…
FamilyLife NZ is run by Nikki Bray and her husband Andy Bray. They run counselling seminars to help couples strengthen their relationships and families, and have already helped 15,000…
Five NZ mothers came together through letters in the NZ Treasures Magazine in 1998. Two Mums (Narelle and Toni) wrote letters to the magazine indicating that they wanted…
A guide to The Nurture Foundation, what it does, and how you can access its support. Learn all about The Nurture Foundation for Reproductive Research here.
Pregnancy Help supports the well being of pregnant and recently pregnant women, parents, caregivers and their families/whanau, by providing information and practical support with non-judgemental Care, Concern and…
New Zealanders know what it’s like to experience “Life’s little spills”. Loss of bladder or bowel control regularly affects nearly 600,000 of us. Mothers and children are especially…
La Leche League offers information and encouragement – primarily through personal help – to women who want to breastfeed their babies. Find out how it can help you.
Gastric Reflux Support Network NZ for Parents of Infants and Children Charitable Trust (GRSNNZ) are committed to providing support and information to families caring for infants and children…
The Adoption Option Trust is a national organisation which promotes adoption as a positive option for people facing an unwanted pregnancy. Read more about them here.
Toughlove is a non-profit, self-help organisation that provides ongoing education and active support to NZ families who are struggling with unacceptable behaviour from adolescent children. The programme is…
The SPACE (Supporting Parents Alongside Children’s Education) programme was developed within the Hutt Playcentre Association and is aimed mainly at first time parents and their babies. It has…
Plunket is New Zealand’s leading provider of well child and family health services, and they provide a unique mix of professionals and volunteers working side by side.
Playcentre is an internationally recognised Early Childhood organisation unique to Aotearoa New Zealand. It began as a parent co-operative during the 1940s to support families and promote new…
The Parenting Place (formerly Parents Inc) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making life better for parents and their children, by offering a wide range of programmes to encourage…
The New Zealand Open Adoption Network (OPAN) provides information and support for families experiencing open adoption. Read about the services they offer here.
Multiples NZ is a not-for-profit organisation which supports families with ‘multiples’, be they twins, triplets, quads or more! The association acts as an overarching support for individual multiple…
Wetting (enuresis) and soiling (encopresis) can be embarrassing and debilitating problems for children, particularly once they reach their school years.
In 1997, when Diane Vivian took over the care of her small, traumatised grandchildren, she could not believe the stress she encountered.
Birthright is a national organisation working to support, strengthen and advocate for one-parent families. According to New Zealand census statistics, there has been a 20% increase in the…
Brainwave aims to reach people with vital information on what is happening inside babies’ brains in the first critical years, and how this impacts on adulthood. Brainwave Trust…
The Big Buddy mentoring programme is based on the simple philosophy that boys need good male role models in their lives to become good men. Unfortunately, many boys…
Barnardos was set up in England in 1866 by Thomas Barnardo. He was concerned by the plight of children in the slums of London’s East End, and devoted…
The Stroke Foundation of New Zealand was formed in 1980 and since then has formed a network of over 40 Field Officers and 70 Stroke Clubs throughout New…
Parkinsons New Zealand provides information, education and support to people with Parkinsons, their families, friends as well as health professionals.
The Muscular Dystrophy Association deals with a wide variety of disorders which affect muscles, nerves which control muscles and the interactions between the two. Neuromuscular conditions can strike…
Kidney Kids is a parent-driven non-for-profit organisation set up to meet the needs of parents of children with kidney disease or an abnormality of the urinary tract system.
The Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Association is an Incorporated Society providing membership for regional groups, businesses and individuals who wish to work together in support of people with CF…
“Hepatitis” means “inflammation of the liver”. Chronic (long-term) inflammation of the liver can result in liver damage or failure if left untreated. Liver damage can be caused by…
12 babies a week are born in New Zealand with a congenital heart defect – that’s one in every 100 births. A Childhood or Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) is the most…
Crohn’s and Colitis New Zealand , formerly known as the Crohn’s and Colitis Support Group, was set up in 1987 by a group of people with inflammatory bowel…
The Cancer Society of New Zealand was formed in 1929 as the New Zealand Branch of the British Empire Cancer Campaign. In 1963 it became The Cancer Society…
The Bone Marrow Cancer Trust Inc. is a Charitable Trust established in 1991 as the South Island Bone Marrow Transplant Trust Inc. Its aim was to raise funds…
The Beckwith Wiedemann Children’s Association provides support for families affected by Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome. Read more about the association here.
Allergy New Zealand is a not-for-profit organisation that works to improve the quality of life for people with allergies, and their families. They offer support, education and information,…
Each year many thousands of children and young people in New Zealand are significantly affected by traumatic change, loss or grief. These young people are not sick. They…
Despite the name, Miscarriage Support Auckland is not only for Aucklanders.
What is Hospice New Zealand? Hospice New Zealand is the national body which supports and helps its member hospices to care for people who are terminally ill. It…
A guide to the Christchurch Multiple Birth Club, what they do, and how you can access their bereavement support.
The Wise Money Foundation is a community organisation that exists for the purpose of educating people with wise financial principles. The Wise Money Foundation is not just about…
Public Trust is a trustee organisation with a unique mandate to protect the future of New Zealanders. They offer a wide range of legal and financial services, but…
The New Zealand Federation of Family Budgeting Services Inc (NZFFBS) was a collective of community organisations sharing a common code of ethics, philosophy, and commitment to delivering top…
Inland Revenue collects revenue for the government and distributes payments to customers through a number of social support programmes.
There are several different organisations providing Food Banks for impoverished individuals and families in New Zealand. These social service organisations are usually of a christian and/or charitable nature,…
Citizens Advice Bureau is a voluntary organisation which provides free, confidential information and advice to anyone about any query or problem. Citizens Advice Bureaux is staffed by trained…
A Kiwi Families guide to the Prader Willi Syndrome Association. What it does it do, and how you can access its support.
Parent to Parent New Zealand Inc. is a national, not-for-profit organisation set up in 1983 by a small group of parents and professionals who believed in the value…
The Halberg Trust aims to support all children with a disability if they want to be involved in active leisure or recreation of their choice, alongside their peers…
The New Zealand Down Syndrome Association (NZDSA) was formed 30 years ago ‘promote the participation of people with Down syndrome in their community’.
Cleft New Zealand (formerly Cleft Lip & Palate Support Group)is a support group established in 1971 by a group of parents wanting to make it easier for other families…
CCS, or more formally CCS Disability Action, provides support and services for people with disabilities, from the foundation belief that everyone should have equal opportunity in life.
Cloud 9 is a support organisation that works at a national and regional level in New Zealand. The Foundation offers support to parents, carers, families, siblings, and to…
What is the Problem Gambling Foundation? The Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand (PGF) is a national non-profit organisation predominantly funded by the Ministry of Health with funds…
The Gambling Helpline is a national organisation offering ongoing motivational support, referrals and information services for gambling problems. Their services are provided to people who are, or have…
What is the Alcohol Drug Helpline? This helpline is a national telephone service offering up-to-date information about alcohol and other drugs. It is available between 10am & 10pm seven…
Women’s Refuge is an organisation in NZ committed to empowering women, and keeping them and their children safe from domestic violence.
Victim Support is an organisation in NZ dedicated to supporting victims of crime with practical assistance, guidance services and emotional support.
The Salvation Army is a world-wide church and social services organisation. The Salvation Army in NZ provides extensive community services – Family Stores, Food Banks, Accommodation, Welfare, Addictions, Employment…
Sexual Assault Support Agencies work to support individuals and families who have survived sexual assault, rape, and sexual violence.
Shine is a national not-for-profit agency providing a range of specialist services that help victims of domestic abuse and their children to become safe, as well as motivate…
Parents are the single biggest influence on young people’s career plans and can play a significant role in helping family members to make informed decisions about their future. Here…
Parenting isn’t easy whether you’re forty or fifteen. We all experience the same things just at different stages. Deciding to take on the challenge and responsibility of being…
Being a teen parent is hard work, but you do not have to do it alone. There are lots of NZ organisations dedicated to supporting teen parents, and they…
This article on postnatal depression explores this common condition and the fears and myths that surround postnatal depression.
The Immunisation Advisory Centre (IMAC) is a nationwide organisation based at The University of Auckland. Their aim is to provide New Zealanders with a local source of independent,…