The difference you'll make
Grief Support Services is an independent not for profit organisation which greatly values donations to assist our community funding. We are a registered charity so you can claim a tax rebate on all donations above $5.
Grief is not only a response to bereavement but can occur following any loss or unwelcome change such as the break-up of a relationship or marriage, fractured family relationships, financial loss, redundancy, injury or illness of self or of a friend/family member.
Grief counselling can lessen the risk of depression and suicidal ideation. As people grow their support systems and tools of resilience they are less likely to turn to drugs, alcohol, self-harm or other unhelpful tools to cope. There is a flow on effect from counselling as our clients become more resilient and capable of functioning in their families, community and workplace.
In our last financial year, philanthropic support has contributed to:
520
Providing counselling support for over 520 individuals and families/whanau
2,400
Providing over 2,400 grief and loss
counselling sessions
Where does my money go?
Your support will enable us to provide counselling to vulnerable individuals and families/whanau by encouraging their understanding of themselves and each other so they may manage the turmoil of grief and loss, adjust to huge changes, and attain their aspirations for their quality of life.
The Bay Of Plenty District Health Board funds the service we offer to people bereaved by suicide. For our other services to operate we rely on community grants and clients using our services.
We ask our clients to make a donation where possible.
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