Pacific Peoples Mental Health Crisis Support (NZ))
NZ Crisis Support Directory
Pacifika Mental Health Crisis Support (Aotearoa New Zealand)
If you or someone you care about is feeling unsafe, overwhelmed, or in crisis — you deserve support. This page helps you find urgent help and culturally supportive options, plus local crisis teams by region.
🚨 Urgent help now (quick options)
Emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance
If someone is in immediate danger to themselves or others, call 111 now.
Call 111 →Need to talk? Free call or text 1737
Talk with a trained counsellor, anytime (24/7).
0508 TAUTOKO — Suicide Crisis Helpline
If you (or someone you know) may be thinking about suicide, call for support from a trained counsellor.
Call 0508 828 865 →Numbers shown above match the NZ helplines directory (reviewed Jan 2025). :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
🌺 Pacifika-focused support (information + connection)
Le Va / Mental Wealth
Information and support for Pasifika families on mental health, addiction, and suicide prevention.
Visit Mental Wealth →OUTLine
Support for sexuality or gender identity issues (6pm–9pm). 0800 688 5463.
Call 0800 OUTLINE →If you want culturally safe care
You can ask for a clinician or service that feels culturally safe and respectful. If you go to your nearest ED/hospital, you can also ask for a support person (friend/whānau) to stay with you.
Le Va / Mental Wealth and OUTLine are listed in the NZ helplines directory (reviewed Jan 2025). :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
🗺 Find support in my area (local crisis teams)
If you need urgent face-to-face mental health help, your local crisis assessment team can support you. Numbers below are from the NZ crisis team directory (reviewed Jan 2025). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Tip: Save your local number
Consider saving your region’s crisis team number in your phone now, so it’s easier to access if things escalate.
🤝 Supporting someone else (quick steps)
If you’re with them right now
Stay with them if it’s safe. Speak gently. Keep them talking and listen without judgement. If there’s immediate danger, call 111. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Get backup support for you, too
Supporting someone in crisis is heavy. You can also call/text 1737 for support and guidance. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}