Back to top anchor

Brought to you by Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Southern and WellSouth primary health network

Open main menu Close main menu

On this page

    Nationwide, 24/7 helpline and textline for confidential support.

    Programme

    0800 LIFELINE (54 33 54) and textline HELP (4357)

    Lifeline's 24/7 helpline and textline is a nationwide service offering free, anonymous and confidential support. 

    Our highly trained staff and volunteers undergo in-depth training and supervision, providing a caring and professional service to a wide range of people in need.

    Our team can support you with many kinds of issues including emotional and psychological distress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, family violence and abuse, and work and financial issues. Whatever the issue, it can help to talk or text with Lifeline.

    We are committed to providing a safe, effective and confidential service to support the emotional and mental wellbeing of our callers and communities. Whenever you need to talk, we're here to listen. 

    Charges

    Free

    Fees and Charges Categorisation

    • Free