Atareira advocates for timely and appropriate intervention to relieve stress and worry for family, whānau and friends supporting someone with experience of mental illness.
Involving families provides benefits that can often be vital to a person's recovery. Families can provide information and perspectives that can enhance the services provided.
Section 7a of the 1992 Mental Health Act requires clinicians to consult with family and whānau.
Referral to Atareira Family/Whānau Support Service
As a family member, you can contact a
Family/Whānau worker directly on:
Tel: (04) 499 1049 or 499 1062
OR:
Email: cath@atareira.org.nz
We will respond by phone, fax or email within two working days. OR:
The service referring you can contact Atareira on your behalf, with your permission.
Family/Whānau Support Service Staff
Our fieldwork team covers Wellington, Porirua, Kapiti Coast, Upper & Lower Hutt and Wainuiomata.
