Support Groups
Hearing Voices Network Aotearoa NZ Support Groups.
We believe that hearing voices is a normal variation of human experience. It is estimated that between 3-5 % of the population hear voices, yet less than 1% are ever diagnosed with an illness. Through our groups and research collated by INTERVOICE, we know that the content is often the same. The difference is in how the voice hearer deals with them. We bring together voice hearers to discuss what they have in common. So that voice hearers who are well can share their stories and ideas with those that are distressed by the experience. People have always heard voices and had visions, since time began. We believe that hearing voices in itself is not an illness. If you would like to attend a support group and find out more, they are listed below.
In New Zealand we are an Independent society, and a registered charity.
HENDERSON, AUCKLAND HEARING VOICES NETWORK SUPPORT GROUP
When: Every second Wednesday
AT: Wave Trust 7 Henderson Valley Rd Henderson, Auckland
( is held upstairs, entrance around the back door)
Time: 7pm -8.30pm..
Next dates: 21st March, 4th, 18th Aprilm 2nd, 16th, 30th May 2012
This is an informal open group, where we share discussions over cake and coffee. All voice hearers and friends are welcome. It is a confidential meeting, run as per the Hearing Voices Networks guidelines. We respect that each person is the expert on their own experiences. We encourage those that come to learn more about the experience and share research and general information. If you would like to come along email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for the dates of the next meeting or call Adrienne on 0272650266 for more information.
GREY LYNN, AUCKLAND HEARING VOICES NETWORK SUPPORT GROUP.
WHEN: Every 2nd and fourth Wednesday of the month from 6.30pm to 8.00pm
WHERE: Toi Ora Live Art, 6 Putiki Street ,Grey Lynn, Auckland.
This is run along the same lines as the Henderson Group.
For more information email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it CTC Dean on 021 2684 397
Next dates are: 28th March, 11th, 25th April, 9th m 23rd May, 6 June 2012
GLENFIELD AUCKLAND HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP
WHERE: Glenfield Community Center, cnr of Glenfield Rd and Bentley Avenue, Glenfield
WHEN: Every 2nd Thursday 2.00 to 3.30PM
Next Dates: 29th March,12th, 26th April,10th, 24th May, 7th and 21st June 2012
Contact: Jan or Sue on 09 4433700 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
GREENLANE AUCKLAND HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP
WHEN: Every 2nd week on Wednesday 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Next dates: 28th March, 25th April, 9th, 23rd May, 6 June 2012
WHERE: Greenlane Presbyterian Church, cnr Great South Road and Greenlane West, Greenlane Auckland
For more information email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it tel Jim: 09 5314040 ext 9377
MANGERE , SOUTH AUCKLAND HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP
WHEN: Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 6.30 to 8pm
Next dates are: 27th March, 10th, 24th April, 8th, 22nd May 2012
Where: At Hindu Niwas, 2-30 Bukem Place Mangere, Auckland
For more information email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or tel: Richard 022 649 8927
HAMILTON HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP
We have changed our venue as follows:
Where: Center 401Training rom ( room behind main building), 306 Tristram St, Hamilton
When: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month 5.30pm to 7.00pm
Starting again February 7th 2012.
For more information contact : This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it tel 022 121 0275- text preferred.
PALMERSTON NORTH, NEW ZEALAND HEARING VOICES SUPPORT GROUP
This is an open group and is run along the Hearing Voices Network principles.
This is held on the first Friday of every month 11.30- 2pm with a shared lunch. If you are interested please contact:
Journeys to Wellbeing, Huarahi Whakaoranga Inc. Level 4, 151 The Square, Westside Chambers. PO BOX 5010, PALMERSTON NORTH 4410 TEL: 06355 3387 Fax: 06 3553387
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it www.journeystowellbeing.org.nz
HAWKES BAY HEARING VOICES NETWORK SUPPORT GROUP
Contact Kate tel: 068435118 or 0272121209 for dates and times.
WELLINGTON HEARING VOICES NETWORK SUPPORT GROUP
When: the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Where: 94 Riddiford St, Newtown Wellington. Tea and Coffee provided and cookies welcome. It is held monthly. The venue may change for future groups depending on numbers attending. If you are interested in attending or for future dates please contact:
Lize dela Ruelle tel: 021 0490 887 email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Lize is from MASH trust.
