Ngā ratonga me te tautoko Services and support

Learn about healthcare services and support available in Aotearoa. This includes online services, phones services, when to get help, and what our health professionals do.

Find the right care

There are many ways you can get the right care and advice for you and your whānau when you feel unwell, have an injury, or a health concern.

Find the right healthcare for you and your whānau

Find a hospital

Alcohol and drugs

Alcohol and other drug abuse is really common. Find out about the services and information available to help with an alcohol or drug problem.
Healthcare providers

Find out what different healthcare providers offer, including general practices, hospitals and emergency departments. There are also healthlines you can call for free advice.
Health New Zealand websites and apps

Find ways to connect with your health information digitally, and manage it online.
Services for older people

As you get older, you may need some support to stay healthy and live comfortably.
Publicly funded health and disability services

Many health services in Aotearoa New Zealand are free or have part of the cost covered. Find out who is eligible for what.
Your rights, privacy and complaints

You have rights when you use a health or disability service. Find out what they are and what to do if you have a complaint.
Services for disabled people

Whaikaha – Ministry of Disabled People provides supports, services and resources for disabled people and tāngata whaikaha Māori, carers and whānau.
Find the right healthcare for you and your whānau

There are many ways you can get the right care and advice for you and your whānau when you feel unwell, have an injury or a health concern. Call 111 in an emergency.
National Travel Assistance

Find out how the National Travel Assistance scheme supports eligible people who need to travel long distances or travel frequently for specialist treatment.
Sexual health clinics

Sexual health clinics provide confidential advice and check-ups for people of all ages, cultures, gender and sexual orientation.
Health-based support groups

What a support group is, the benefits of being in one, and how to start your own.
Needs assessment service

The Needs Assessment Service assesses the needs of people who struggle with daily activities because of age, a health condition or disability. The goal of the needs assessment is to help people maximise their independence.
Pregnancy, birth and children services

Services and support if you are pregnant, giving birth and raising children.