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Check out our directory of nation wide family support groups in New Zealand  - groups who can offer family support, advice and services - whatever issue you are facing. Each article presents an overview of that support group --- their purpose, goals, and scope of activities and services.

Let’s face it, we all have to tackle some tough times throughout our lives, whether in NZ or overseas, times we wish wouldn’t have happened, times we wish would go away.

Often-times it’s not us directly, but perhaps a loved one, family member or close friend who is facing a difficult situation or crisis.

In this section we provide you with information and phone and online contact details for these support groups.  If there is a specific social support net, group, network or issue you would like to see added to this section, please drop us a line.

And please remember, whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to face it alone. Make that phone call today and get the support you need……you’ll be glad you did.

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In this section, we cover the following topics:

Abuse Assistance to escape or recover from physical, sexual or emotional abuse
Addictions Confidential support and information for alcohol, drug, tobacco or gambling addictions
Career Guidance from a government department, Career Services
Disability Support organisations for parents, carers and families living with a mental or physical disability
Financial Pointers on where to find help on budgeting and financial issues
Grief / Death
For support whilst grieving, whether a death has been sudden or expected
Illness You can find advice here on acute, chronic or terminal illnesses
Parenting It's tough being a parent! Find support and advice here to help you cope with your kids
Pregnancy / Babies
Being pregnant or parenting a new baby can be scary. Find great support networks here
Relationships Courses, counselling and advice to help you strengthen your relationships
Safety Guidelines and contact details to help ensure that your children are safe --- with toys, in and around water, and so on.
Youth Development A variety of not-for-profit organisations are focussed upon the development of New Zealand youth.