Asian Family Services

Providing support to Asian communities in New Zealand since 1998

Asian Family Services (AFS) is a non-governmental organisation (NGO) committed to supporting individuals of Asian backgrounds living in Aotearoa New Zealand with mental health and gambling-related concerns.

Counselling Support
Any Asian individual concerned about their own gambling, or someone elses gambling can access free and confidential counselling support.
AFS professional counsellors help clients understand the impact of gambling, explore positive steps forward, and navigate helpful resources. The team can also assist with Multi-Venue Exclusion (MVE) to help gamblers take a break from gambling and can connect them with others who have similar experiences.

Public Health Support
The Public Health team offers free presentations and workshops to communities and organisations to raise awareness about mental health and gambling harm. These sessions aim to equip individuals and groups with knowledge and empower early help-seeking for prevention and support.

Asian Wellbeing Services
Established in 2016, Asian Wellbeing Services (AWS) provides tailored psychological interventions and psychoeducation workshops for non-gambling-related concerns.
AWS offers a range of programmes to support diverse mental health needs, including the Incredible Years Parenting Programme, bereavement support for those affected by suicide, and collaborative initiatives with Primary Health Organisations (PHOs).

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Resources and Information
Resources on mental health, wellbeing, and gambling harm support are available in Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Hindi.
Access resources here

Offices
Asian Family Services has offices in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
Get in Touch with Us
Website: https://www.asianfamilyservices.nz/
Asian Helpline: 0800 862 342 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm. Language support available in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Hindi, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, and Japanese.)
Email on below link
Online referral: https://www.asianfamilyservices.nz/services/referral-form/