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Canterbury police (03) 363-7400
If you have immediate concerns about the safety of children, are uncertain what to do next, or need help or advice, phone Oranga Tamariki—Ministry for Children on 0508-326-459.
There are programmes available for:
For more information see It's not OK. Or contact the Christchurch advocate for children and young people experiencing family violence: phone Barnardos (03) 365-3923 between 8.30 am and 4.30 p.m, and they will put you through to the best agency for help.
The agencies and their programmes include:
This 10-week education group programme about family violence is for children aged 5 to 12 years. It offers one-to-one support for children and teens experiencing family violence.
Phone: 0800‑28482‑669 (0800‑AVIVA‑NOW)
This nine-week group programme is for children aged 4 to 14 years who have experienced family violence.
Phone: 0800-227-627 (0800-BARNARDOS)
Written by HealthInfo clinical advisers. Last reviewed September 2019. Last updated October 2019.
Review key: HIRSA-16814