Mēnā kei te mōrea tō oranga, waea atu ki ngā Pirihimana 111. If you are in imminent danger, call Police on 111. Call 0800 REFUGE for the 24/7 Crisis Line
How we help:
Family | Whānau
Supporting Families | Whanau
Whānau reach out to us for many different reasons. You may be feeling unsure, under pressure, overwhelmed, or simply needing someone to listen. Whether you are looking for immediate safety, support for your children, or guidance through a difficult time, you deserve to feel safe, respected, and heard. We walk alongside you, at your pace, to support safety, stability, and wellbeing for your whole whānau.
At Ōtepoti Dunedin Whānau Refuge, our support is:
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Confidential and free
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Guided by your choices
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Focused on your safety and whānau wellbeing
When to get help?
You do not need to be certain something is “bad enough” to reach out. Many whānau contact us because something doesn’t feel right, or things feel confusing, unsafe, or overwhelming.
Not sure if what you’re experiencing is abuse
Not wanting to leave, but needing support
Wanting someone to listen without judgement
Worried about how things are affecting your children Feeling Concerned that things may get worse
What should I do if I’m
in immediate danger?
Call 111 straight away or urgent, confidential support, all our 24/7 crisis line: 0800REFUGE
Call 111