Free helplines for people with depression:

 

• Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor

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• Lifeline – 0800 543 354 or (09) 5222 999 within Auckland

 

• Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)

 

• Healthline – 0800 611 116

 

• Samaritans – 0800 726 666

 

•  Depression Helpline – 0800 111 757 or free text 4202 to talk to a trained counsellor

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Free helplines for parents, family and friends:

 

•  Parent Help – 0800 568 856

 

•  Family Services 211 Helpline –  0800 211 211

 

•  Skylight – 0800 299 100 (for support through trauma, loss and grief;  9am - 5pm weekdays)

 

•  Supporting Families In Mental Illness - 0800 732 825