Support Meetings
The benefit of attending group support meetings has been shown to empower the family which in turn can create a shift in the addicted family member so please try to get along to one of these - the opposite of addiction is connection.
Zoom Meetings - Live with Dave Kopa
7pm, Thursday 23 October
Join us tonight as we kōrero with Dave Kopa, Dave has been working as Amo Kaiora (Peer Support) in Te Whatu Ora (One NZ) Mental Health & Addictions AOD space, in Kaikohe, for approx. 1.6yrs, clean for 4yrs. He supports in 2 AOD groups (Whakamua & Te Ara Tiki Te Ara Pounamu). He also facilitates 2 separate groups with whai ora with Mental Health Issues, which also fills the cup. 1:1 Home Visits, Cold Calls etc with Whai ora that have difficulties with transport etc. Dave also supports in Ngawha Prison in the same role. Join us for an hour of great kōrero and sharing.
AUCKLAND NORTH SHORE
11am, Saturday 4 October 2025
Pickles Cafe, 1 Antares Place
Pop in for a coffee and a chat with Amanda and Maggie. Group support helps you feel less alone. You share, listen, and learn from others going through similar stuff. It’s a safe space to talk, get real, and build strength together.
HAMILTON/ KIRIKIRIROA
7pm, Tuesday 7 October 2025
AOD Trust 28 Manning Street
Rachel Shaw from CARE NZ will be joining us tonight. CARE NZ are available for everyone who is concerned about their own or a loved one’s use of alcohol and drugs. Don’t be afraid to ask for help – it can make all the difference, for yourself and the people around you.
"Don’t be afraid to take the first step and make contact with us – it can make all the difference.
Everything we do will be tailored to your own situation – we recognise that everyone’s different.
We are here for all people, regardless of culture, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, faith, disability, financial situation or education.
Our counselling and group work services in the community and in prisons are free of charge. (Charges may apply for some services. Learn more)"
ROTORUA
7pm, Thursday 9 October 2025
Rotorua Library, Haupapa St Entrance
Feeling overwhelmed or alone in your journey with a loved one’s addiction? You’re not alone. Join us tonight for a whānau support meeting —for real talk, shared strength, and a safe space to connect. These gatherings are about hope, healing, and community. Come as you are. All welcome Brigitte and Rebecca will be your facilitators.
Because the opposite of addiction is connection.
TAURANGA
7pm, Monday 13 October 2025
Hanmer Clinic, 1235 Cameron Road
Francisco from Living without Violence will be joining us tonight, Tauranga Living Without Violence offers free family violence safety support through individual and group programmes.
WOMAN’S safety programme
Women’s non-violence programme
Women’s Living with Anger programme
MEN’S SAFETY PROGRAMME
Men’s non-violence programme
CHILDREN’S programme
Janet, Allan and Ros are our Tauranga facilitators and will warmly welcome you tonight.
CHRISTCHURCH
7pm, Wednesday 8 October 2025
**CCS has moved! New meeting premises is 49 Carlyle Street, Sydenham
Go through the main gate or the small gate to the left and press the right-most buzzer of the two***
Debbie Savin from Salvation Army is our guest speaker tonight, Debbie is an alcohol and drug practitioner – join us to hear about the work they do in the community.
MOUNT MAUNGANUI
7pm, Wednesday 29 October 2025
1/52 Girven Road, Mount Maunganui
Ros and Shelly our experienced facilitators will host this group family support meeting. This friendly group is held at our offices, make a cuppa and join this safe space. All are welcome
MANUKAU
6pm, Thursday 30 October 2025
CADS 7 Ronwood Ave, Manukau
Anata Mckechnie is He kaiwhakahaere hauora | Clinical Manager from Wings Manu Wairua Trust and will be joining us tonight to talk about the services they provide.
Utilising an adapted therapeutic community model – our counsellors apply a variety of evidenced-based models including:
Te Ao Marama
Motivational Enhancement
12 Step Facilitation
Cognitive Behavioural approaches, including mindfulness
Our organisation is a unique treatment provider – and our firm boundaries have created safety and security (not often found in other programmes) – together this has allowed us to support individuals at any stage of their recovery journey.
In-person support meetings are invaluable, self-care is not selfish and taking care of your mental health is a priority. Our one-on-one toolkit sessions can be done by phone or Zoom.
We will talk you through a plan that best supports your whānau situation. Please get in contact to book a time or just to have a chat with someone who knows what it’s like.
Our Services Brave Hearts Family addiction support
FREE PHONE: 0508 272 834
EMAIL: support@bravehearts.nz
Unit 1/52 Girven Road, Bayfair, Mount Maunganui
