Diabetes Youth Otago Ensuring that young New Zealander and their family affected by diabetes: Does not feel alone – but instead part of a community Becomes confident in their ability to manage their condition, at whatever stage they’re at Is able to get the most out of their medical teams, equipment/treatment, funding and other services Has a voice at local, regional and national level in the areas of government and health services where it matters Has access to a of camps and other events that provide support, education and ultimately build confidence and ability to master Diabetes Diabetes New Zealand Diabetes New Zealand is a charity that represents and supports people with diabetes. We offer support and information to help people take charge of their health and live well with diabetes. We do not provide medical information or advice – we complement the services of other healthcare providers. We represent people with diabetes and advocate for greater awareness and better services. We raise awareness about the challenges faced by people with diabetes and the action people need to take to avoid diabetes complications or to avoid developing type 2 diabetes. Phone: (03) 474 0240 Address: 97 Frederick St, Dunedin Asthma Society Social support, information and education for people with asthma or any respiratory condition. Equipment services, weekly Respiratory Exercise Class, home and hospital visits and community awareness. Phone: (03) 471 6167 or After hours 0274 716 162 Address: Dunedin Community House, 1st Floor, Cnr Moray and Great King St, Dunedin Cancer Society If you, a family member or a friend has cancer and you would like to talk, need support or just want information our service is FREE of charge. Our services aim to help those affected by cancer maintain a positive future outlook and offer support for patients and their families. Support can be provided in your home by Society staff and volunteers who recognise the value of a listening ear and time-out for caregivers and supporters. Phone: (03) 4777447 Address: Cancer Society House, 283 Great King St or 283-301 Moray Place, Dunedin CanTeen Peer support organisation for young people (13-24) living with cancer. Address: 28 London St, Dunedin, 9016
Section 5: Financial, Legal and Relationship Advice ADVICE/ ADVOCACY Dunedin Budget Advisory Service (DBAS) The Dunedin Budget Advisory Service operates a free, confidential money management service, providing information, education, support and advice to all people within the greater Dunedin area, seeking to empower them to manage their own finances. Phone: (03) 471 6158 Address: Dunedin Community House, 283-301 Moray Place, Dunedin Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) We provide a free and confidential information, advice and referral service to the general public about anything. We also provide a Specialist Consumer Service. An Advocacy Service and Justice of the peace are available. Phone: (03) 471 6166 or 0800 367 222 Address: Dunedin Community House Tenancy Services Information on tenancy and unit title matters. www.tenancy.govt.nz LEGAL ADVICE Ngai Tahu Law Centre The purpose of the Ngai Tahu Maori Law Centre’s mission is to provide an excellent free legal service, specific to Articles 1 and 2 of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Through advocacy we aim to meet the needs of our people and increase the awareness of legal issues pertaining to Maori Land and other taoka. We recognise Ngai Tahu values and align ourselves with the Ngai Tahu 2025 vision. Phone: (03) 477 0855 or 0800 626 745 Address: Level 1, 258 Stuart St, Dunedin Dunedin Community Law Centre We free legal advice and information, assistance, representation and education to the people of Otago. Legal areas such as: traffic, employment, tenancy, police, consumer, debt, criminal, ACC, neighbour, government departments, and family matters. YouthLaw is a national community law centre for children and young people under 25 providing free legal information, advice, law related education, law reform service and, where capacity permits, representation services. Phone: (03) 474 1922 or 0800 169 333 Address: 52 Filleul St, Dunedin
Section 6: Disability Support INFORMATION/ ADVOCACY SERVICES Parent to Parent Empowering families of people with disabilities and health impairments through support and information. Parent to Parent connects parents with trained volunteer Support Parents. Support Parents: are parents of a child who has a disability or health impairment who offer a listening ear, have been trained to offer support to other parents, family, whanau or carers, can share experiences and offer practical solutions. We also have a variety of support groups so that parents can gain support and understanding in a group situation. It is also a great place to come and meet other people that understand what you may be going through. 03 4701 086 or 0508 236 236 or 027 808 3949 Address: 514 George St, Dunedin Disability Information Service A free information service that provides a broad range of information on disability and health related information for the Otago region. We also sell daily living aids and the Conni and Attends range of Continence products. Phone: (03) 471 6152 or 0800 693 342 Address: 301 Moray Place, Dunedin The Family Network Inc. The Family Network provides support, information and advocacy for families with a child with disabilities or special needs. We welcome all families, regardless of the child's disability or special need. We also offer the following support groups. ADHD Support Group Cerebral Palsy Support Group Dyspraxia Support Group Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorder Support Group Phone: (03) 474 5579 or (027) 454 2389 Address: 514 Great King St, Dunedin Health and Disability Advocates / IHC Advocates We provide information and support to consumers of health and disability services who are unhappy with the quality of service they have received. Phone: (03) 479 0265 or 0800 555 050 Address: 286 George St, Dunedin Personal Advocacy To provide advocacy and friendship for people with an intellectual disability after their parents die or become unable to advocate for their best interests. (03) 455 3779 Address: 39 Tedder St, Saint Kilda, Dunedin
Our role is to complete a Needs Assessment and Service (NASC) for people with long term impairment /disability needs that meet the MoH eligibility specifications and are aged between 0 to 65 years. Access Ability works with people to: Identify their needs (Needs Assessment) Look at the services available (funded and unfunded) Arrange the appropriate support (Service Co-ordination) Any person can contact Access Ability for themselves or on behalf of someone else. Services: After school care – van picks up from 7 schools Home support for people with disabilities from 5 to 20 years of age Weekend and school holiday programme The Salvation Army runs a programme with those who don’t manage in mainstream schools to support them into employment. Address: Burns House, Level 1, 10 George St, Dunedin Corstorphine Baptist Community Trust (CBCT) CBCT offers a range of community-based and residential support services for adults, youth and children affected by mental health issues, intellectual disability and head injury. Phone: (03) 487 8707 Address: 336 South Rd, Caversham, Dunedin Mount Cargill Trust The Cargill Trust provides specialised residential care to children, youth and young adults with an intellectual disability and/or autism, with associated high and complex support needs. Phone: (03) 455 9200 Address: 314 King Edward St, Dunedin CCS Disability Action Our services focus on a person’s goals. CCS Disability Action team members work holistically with people and their family/whanau to create a plan to support them to move towards their goals and dreams. Services provided include: Support to families and young people with disabilities to navigate the health, education and disability systems Support for ORS funded students in their final year at secondary school to look at future options. (03) 477 4117 or 0800 227 2255 Address: 514 Great King St, Dunedin Enhanced Specialised Care Home help and domestic and personal support, including night sitter services and carer support. Phone: (03) 455 0714 Address: 220 Fryatt St, Dunedin Sherwood Centre Charitable Trust