A calm directory to find urgent support options, helplines, chat/text services, and safety resources — for New Zealand and worldwide.
If you’re in immediate danger, or you cannot stay safe, use your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency department if you can.
| Where you are | What to do |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | Call 111 (Police / Ambulance / Fire) |
| Many countries | Call 112 (works in many regions / mobiles) |
| UK / Ireland | Call 999 (or 112) |
| USA / Canada | Call 911 |
Trust your instincts. If things feel unsafe, it is okay to reach out for urgent help — even if you are not sure whether it “counts” as an emergency.
If you can: move to a safer space, stay with someone you trust, keep your phone nearby, and call emergency services or your local crisis line.
If you’re supporting someone: stay calm, keep language simple, remove immediate risks if safe to do so, and seek urgent help.
