West Coast Health

18/11/2025

18/11/2025

17/11/2025

What is Brief Intervention Counselling?

Feeling weighed down by stress, anxiety, low mood, or alcohol and drug concerns? Our Brief Intervention Counselling service offers free, short-term support for adults aged 24 and over.

It starts with a kōrero, by phone or in person, to see if this service is the right fit for you. From there, you’ll work with a trained counsellor to explore practical tools to support your everyday wellbeing.

Many people find that 3 to 5 sessions work well for them, but your needs will guide the process. You might also try self-help options like e-therapy or connect with other supports if needed. Your counsellor will work with you to decide what’s right for you, every step of the way.

Sessions are available face-to-face, by phone, or by video — whatever works best for you. Talk to your GP or nurse about a referral to get started.

If you need support right away, visit our website for other options: westcoasthealth.nz/your-health/mental-health

17/11/2025

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17/11/2025

Measles can be fatal. Know the symptoms.

Be alert for the following symptoms:

🔸 Rash that starts on the face and spreads over the body
🔸 Fever
🔸 Runny nose
🔸 Cough
🔸 Red and watery eyes
🔸 Small white spots inside the cheeks

If you suspect that you or your child has measles, seek medical care immediately. Early diagnosis and treatment can save lives.

17/11/2025

Family, friends and caregivers play a vital role in supporting people living with .

Support goes beyond awareness, it is action:
✅ Listen with empathy
✅ Learn about their challenges
✅ Show up for them

A strong, caring network can help prevent isolation and encourage self-care 👉 bit.ly/4hUOjY0

16/11/2025

Check out an exciting new job opportunity here at West Coast Health

Mental Health Consumer Leader NEW ROLE - $48,000 for 0.6 FTE LOCATION:  Mawhera HOURS: 24 per week Contract: Permanent  About Us West Coast Health is a community-led health provider. As a non-governmental organisation governed by a diverse board of trustees, we are committed to improving the healt...

16/11/2025

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can affect anyone, at any age.

Every person’s journey is different, whether in childhood, at work, during pregnancy or in everyday life. What makes the difference? Support and understanding. 💙

16/11/2025

Measles Update – 15 November
One new measles case confirmed in Wellington today, bringing the national total to 19.

📍 Check the Locations of Interest page and follow health advice.
🛑 Measles spreads *very easily*. If you're feeling unwell, stay home and call Healthline on 0800 611 116.
💙 Immunisation is your best protection. Two doses of the MMR vaccine protect 99% of people.
🔵 Booking options for getting a vaccine can be found on this page: http://spr.ly/61867wliA

✅ No appointment? No problem! Many clinics and some pharmacies offer walk-in vaccinations.

🔍 Symptoms to watch for: High fever / Cough, runny nose, sore red eyes / Rash starting on the face, spreading down the body

📞 Suspect measles? If you plan to visit a doctor's clinic, or urgent care, please make sure you call ahead before visiting. This enables the clinic to prepare and take the right precautions to protect others from catching measles.

More info: http://spr.ly/61877wli7

Locations of Interest: http://spr.ly/61887wliC

14/11/2025

Te Tai Poutini KAI PUKU and Poutini Waiora are excited to host the Bush to Belly event! 🦌🌿

Whether you're entering or simply keen to learn more about hunting and using game animals as a food source, this event is for you!

There will be some awesome guest speakers and demonstrations, (including Josh TeWhata showing how to breakdown and butcher a deer.)

Giveaways, tasty nibbles, and lots of animal game info. Bring the whole whānau!

Nau mai haere mai – come along have some fun!

➡️ https://www.facebook.com/share/17NuGGY17s/

13/11/2025