Identifying vulnerable customers

Vulnerability can be temporary or permanent and can result from various personal circumstances so we have processes in place to identify customers who may require additional assistance.

How we can help

Contact information

Our team is ready to assist you, please contact us:

Freephone 0800 270 714
Overseas +64 4 915 8753

Support organisations

Here you will find a list of support organisations that could help if you are facing a personal challenge.

MoneyTalks

A free and confidential budgeting advice service.

Website: fincap.org.nz
Phone: 0800 345 123 
Text: 4029 
Email: help@moneytalks.co.nz
Live chat: moneytalks.co.nz 

1737 - Need to chat

Free call or txt 1737 any time, 24 hours a day. You’ll get to talk to (or txt with) a trained counsellor. The service is completely free. 

 

Depression.org

Helping New Zealanders recognise and understand depression and anxiety.

Website: depression.org.nz
Phone: 0800 111 757
TXT: 4202  

 

Lifeline: Mental health and support counselling

Available 24/7, Lifeline assist with emotional issues, anxiety, depression, relationships, family problems, abuse, work, finances and more whenever you need it.

Website: lifeline.org.nz
Phone: 0800 54 33 54

 

TAUTOKO - Suicide Crisis

TAUTOKO is operated by trained and experienced social service practitioners who have undergone suicide prevention training.

Website: lifeline.org.nz/suicide-crisis-hotline
Phone: 0508 828 865
Text: 4357

 

Mental Health Foundation

The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand is a charity that works towards creating a society free from discrimination, where all people enjoy positive mental health and wellbeing.

Website: mentalhealth.org.nz

 

Samaritans

Samaritans offer confidential, non-religious and non-judgemental support to anyone who may be feeling depressed, lonely or even be contemplating suicide. 

Website: samaritans.org.nz

Age Concern

A charitable organisation dedicated solely to people over 65.  Promoting dignity, wellbeing, equity and respect and provide expert information and support services in response to older people's needs. 

Website: ageconcern.org.nz

 

Dementia Support

By providing advocacy and access to information that promotes wellness, increases independence and provides reassurance.

Website: dementia.nz

Emergency Services

Call 111 

 

Are you ok?  

Support for those experiencing family violence or those who are concerned they are hurting or frightening others.  

Website: areyouok.org.nz

 

Shine

Shine helps keep you safe from domestic violence. Shine runs refuges, helplines, as well as training for companies and practitioners. 

Website: 2shine.org.nz 

 

Women's Refuge

Women’s Refuge Provide safe housing for women and children in crisis and also support women living in the community. 

Website: womensrefuge.org.nz

 

SafeMan SafeFamily

SafeMan SafeFamily works to help Men end the cycle of family violence by supporting them to understand their histories and process it to heal on the inside. 

Website: safemansafefamily.org.nz

Youthline

Youthline works with young people, their families and those supporting young people. The  organisations are made up of volunteer and paid staff members and there are centres based across the country. 

Website: youthline.co.nz
Phone: 0800 376 633
Text: 234
Email: talk@youthline.co.nz 

Citizens Advice Bureau

Citizens Advice Provides free, confidential, independent information and advice to anyone. 

Website: cab.org.nz
Phone: 0800 367 222

 

Literacy Aotearoa 

Literacy Aotearoa is a national organisation of adult literacy providers and is a leading commentator on literacy issues in New Zealand. 

Website: literacy.org.nz
Phone: 0800 678 910 

 

New Zealand Relay

New Zealand Relay is a free, government-funded service that enables people with hearing and speech impairments to use the phone.

Website: nzrelay.co.nz

 

The Translation Service – Te Pūtahi Whakawhiti Reo 

Translation services through the Department of Internal Affairs. (A paid for service) 

Website: dia.govt.nz/translation-service