Family & Friends
Welcome to SPINZ page for family and friends of those who have lost someone to suicide or are caring for someone who is suicidal. We have presented resources and information that many people have found helpful. Please let us know if there is any other information that you would like by using the contact details below.
Contact Us
Phone: (09) 300 7035
Fax: (09) 300 7020
Email: info "at" spinz.org.nz
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CASA (Clinical Advisory Services Aotearoa) offers a specialist counselling service. CASA is a group of health professionals experienced in providing support to family/whanau and significant others who are bereaved by suicide.
Here are some links to CASA's pamphlets:
Specialist Counselling Service - After a Suicide
FAQs
Q: I am really worried about a family member/friend/work colleague. What can I do?
Q: A family member/friend/work colleague has just come out of hospital after attempting suicide. How can I help them cope and recover?
Q: How do I find a counsellor/doctor/specialist?
Q: How can I access research and general resources on a particular subject related to suicide?
Q: How can I acccess brochures on a specific topic?
Resources
- Depression: There is a Way Through it. Information for You, and for Family, Whanau, Friends and Support Networks
- Bereaved by Suicide Support Group Information
- At a Glance: Suicide Statistics, Risk Factors and Warning Signs
- Myths about Suicide
- Having Suicidal Thoughts? Information for You, and For Family, Whanau, Friends and Support Network, 2005
- Self-harm: New Zealand Treatment Guide for Consumers and Carers
- When Someone Dies: A Guide to the Coronial Services of New Zealand
- After a Suicide: Practical Information for People Bereaved by Suicide
