Wellbeing support available

There are a many resources available to support your mental health. You can find support by visiting your general practice team, or by calling or visiting one of the resources listed.

We also have a range of mental health supports available for Pegasus
members and their teams.

In a medical emergency, please dial 111.

 

SUPPORT AVAILABLE TO ALL

1737

1737 is a free service for New Zealanders feeling down, anxious, overwhelmed or in need of a chat. You’ll be able to talk with a trained peer support worker who’s faced their own battles with mental health.

Call or text 1737.

ALL RIGHT?

All Right? champions wellbeing for Cantabrians. They have online resources covering a range of areas including parenting, workplace wellbeing and coping in hard times.

Find them on Facebook or www.allright.org.nz

ANXIETY HELPLINE

A dedicated 24/7 phone line to give support to people who are experiencing anxiety or panic attacks. Trained volunteers help with strategies and exercises you can use in times of high anxiety and stress.

Call 0800 269 4389.

MENTEMIA

Mentemia is a phone app co-founded by John Kirwan. The free app supports wellbeing by delivering daily tips and tools to your phone, tailored to your unique challenges and goals.

 

SUPPORT AVAILABLE TO MEMBERS

NURSING TEAM

The Nursing Team have funding available for nurses to access counselling or professional supervision as needed. Applications for funding can be made through the Nursing Team.

More info is available on Pegasus World.

SELF CARE PACKAGE FOR GPS

GPs can access three free, confidential counselling sessions from a range of counsellors, depending on their preference and need.

More info is available on Pegasus World.

GP SUPPORT PROGRAMME

The GP Support Programme is available for GPs in need of support. GPs can refer themselves or a colleague to the Senior Clinical Leader who can offer individualised support and mentoring by a range of doctors in a pastoral care role.

More info is available on Pegasus World.

PEER GROUPS

We host six-weekly peer group meetings for doctors, nurses and administration staff. These meetings offer an opportunity to collaborate with your peers on the issues you face in your practice.

More info is available on Pegasus World.

 

PRACTICE SUPPORT

MAS FREE EAP

If you’re a MAS Member, you can access three free, confidential counselling and support sessions. This is available 24/7 and run by EAP Services.

Call EAP Services direct on 0800 327 669.

XERO ASSISTANCE PROGRAMME

If your practice uses Xero, you can access the Xero Assistance Program (XAP) for you, your staff and even their families. You can access three free, confidential counselling sessions through EAP provider, Benestar.

Read the full December newsletter.