Where to go for more support
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Community Law |
Your local Community Law Centre can provide you with free initial legal advice on how legal aid works, whether you might be eligible for the service, and the next steps. Find your local Community Law Centre online: www.communitylaw.org.nz/our-law-centres |
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Age Concern |
Age Concern provides a range of resources on aspects of life for older people including elder abuse. Website: www.ageconcern.org.nz |
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Elder Abuse Response Service (EARS) – Office for Seniors |
The Elder Abuse Response Service is a free, confidential 24-hour helpline. Website: www.officeforseniors.govt.nz/our-work/raising-awareness-of-elder-abuse/elder-abuse-response-service |
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Women’s Refuge |
Women’s Refuge provides 24-hour support, advocacy and accommodation for women and their children experiencing family violence throughout New Zealand. Website: www.womensrefuge.org.nz |
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Family Violence – It’s Not OK |
“It’s not OK” is a community-driven behaviour change campaign to reduce family violence in New Zealand. Its goal is to change attitudes and behaviour that tolerate any kind of family violence. The website has resources for families who are experiencing abuse. Website: www.areyouok.org.nz |
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Family Court |
The Family Court website provides helpful information about family violence and the legal options available to keep families safe. |
| New Zealand Law Society |
The Law Society has helpful information on family violence and protection orders. Website: www.lawsociety.org.nz/for-the-public/common-legal-issues/family-violence |
