Grief and loss support

Bittersweet Parents(external link)(external link) and Bittersweet Siblings(external link)(external link).
Support groups of parents or siblings of a child who has died at any age for any reason. Is Australian-based but open to bereaved New Zealand parents and siblings.

Dove Hospice & Wellness – Auckland(external link)(external link)
Offers a free fortnightly bereavement group for people grieving the loss of a loved one. Find out more here(external link)(external link).

Grief Centre NZ(external link)(external link) 
Freephone 0800 331 333, phone 09 418 1457 or email [email protected]. Supporting every person through their individual loss and grief journey by providing quality counselling, resources, and support groups; sourcing necessary funding; delivering appropriate training, education and research opportunities; partnering with aligned organisations; and effectively engaging with our communities.

Grief Support Services(external link)(external link)
Phone (07) 578 4480. Supports vulnerable individuals and families/whanau by encouraging their understanding of themselves and each other so they may manage the turmoil of grief and loss, adjust to huge changes and attain their aspirations for their quality of life.

Healthline(external link)(external link) 
Freephone 0800 611 116. Nurses specialised in assessing and advising over the phone. 

Hospice NZ(external link)
Phone (04) 381 0266. Special medical care for people with serious illnesses.

Lifeline(external link) 
Freephone 0800 LIFELINE, phone 09 909 8750 or email [email protected]. Their mission is to reduce distress and save lives by providing safe, accessible, effective, professional and innovative services. They work specifically to increase awareness and understanding of suicide prevention in New Zealand, reduce the associated stigma, and work with others to contribute positively to the health and social sector.

Sands NZ(external link) 
Email [email protected]. A network of parent-run, non-profit groups supporting families who have experienced the death of a baby. They promote awareness, understanding and support for those dealing with the death of a baby in pregnancy, birth or as a newborn, and due to medical termination or other forms of reproductive loss.

Skylight Trust(external link)
Phone 0800 299 100 or +64 4 939 6767 or email [email protected]. A New Zealand charity that supports children, young people, and whānau through tough times by providing counselling, resources, and programmes.

St John Caring Caller(external link)
Phone 0800 4 CALLER (0800 422 5537) or email [email protected]. A free service where friendly volunteers make calls to individuals feeling lonely, offering companionship and support. For those whose loved ones live far away, they provide reassurance that family member is receiving care and friendship.

Together – Bereaved Parents Support Group(external link)
Email: [email protected]. Together is a peer support group, designed by bereaved parents for bereaved parents. This is a free growth focused group aims to bring together grieving parents for help, support and understanding. The group is open to any parents who have lost a child. 

Manaaki tangata Victim Support(external link) 
Available 24/7 for people directly affected by crime and traumatic events, including their whānau and witnesses. They support people to feel informed, empowered, safe and able to cope with the impact.