Sadly, hundreds of people in New Zealand take their lives every year. The pain and deep loss felt by those left behind is incomprehensible. At Ko Wai Tou Ingoa Hauora we understand the countless challenges people face every day, such as: but not limited to Childhood trauma; Sexual abuse; Physical and spousal abuse; Addiction; poverty; Food insecurity; Joblessness; Housing shortages; Mental anguish and stigma; Marginalized demographics. As part of our other services, we discuss and work to mitigate many of the issues facing our whānau. When people think about not wanting to live anymore, they often don’t ask for help for fear of being judged. However, we want to reassure people that we would rather support them in their dark times than support someone who loved them when they lose you. We are also there in the aftermath of a loss. We provide grief & loss support through our Ngā Ngaru programme specifically designed to help loved ones come to terms with, and help them move forward after losing a loved one to suicide. We’re available Hawkes Bay-wide 24/7