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Living with a long-term condition is hard on our mental health. Know how to access urgent and non-urgent mental health support.

Last updated: 14 August 2025

Get urgent help

1737 Free Mental Health | 24-hour Support Line

Whatever it is, they are here to help. Free call or free text 1737 any time, 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

You’ll get to talk to (or text with) a trained counsellor or a peer support worker.
This service is completely free.

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Arthritis Assist

Arthritis Assist is an integrated client support service for people with arthritis. We can provide non-urgent mental health support to help you overcome some of the challenges you face when dealing with arthritis. 

Arthritis Assist is a listening ear and a voice of comfort for you and your whānau while providing advice and resources to help manage arthritis. 

Looking for one‑on‑one help?

Arthritis Assist offers advice, support, resources, and information on managing arthritis. It is a comprehensive support service for all types of queries related to arthritis.

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