We’re on break!

The RainbowYOUTH team is on closedown leave from December 23rd - January 10th. We appreciate your patience in advance as we respond to all our communications in the new year. If your query is urgent or regarding someone's wellbeing, we suggest you get in touch with the organisations below!

  • Lifeline

    Website | 0800 543 354 or (09) 5222 999 within Auckland

    This connects you to a counsellor or trained volunteer. Lifeline is a suicide crisis helpline available 24/7. Call if someone discloses suicidal thoughts or plans of suicide. The person does not need to be in immediate danger to call. 

  • 1737

    Website | ph 1737 

    This is a general helpline for when you "just need to talk". It's the best place to call if you don't know what exact services you need.

  • Healthline

    Website | 0800 611 116

    Connects you to a registered nurse. If you're not sure about something health related - call them. Good for "is this normal?" and "should I go to a doctor" questions. 

  • National Depression Helpline

    Website | 0800 111 757 

    This is the line to depression NZ's helpline. You might call this line if someone discloses feeling depressed or asks if they might have depression.

  • OutLine NZ

    Website | 0800 688 5463 (0800 OUTLINE)

    Rainbow mental health organisation providing support services across Aotearoa. or use their online chat service between 6pm - 9pm every evening.

  • Youthline

    Website | 0800 376 633 

    Call to speak to a phone counsellor. Some topics that you might call to discuss would be anxiety, depression, problems between friends, problems at home, disordered eating, general mental health questions.