South Otago High School wellbeing student/parent/caregiver support

Able Minds 

Able Minds was formed in 2015 through the merger of Supporting Families and the Schizophrenia Fellowship Otago, organisations that have supported the Otago/Southland region for over 40 years. 

All Able Minds services are free and aim to provide advocacy, education, and support. We help people learn new skills, build confidence, make connections, and find camaraderie during times of need. 

Our programmes include: 

Whānau Support

Holistic emotional support focused on problem-solving and building resilience for families with a loved one affected by mental health and/or addiction challenges. Support can be provided one-on-one or in group settings, either in the family home or at our Gore or Invercargill offices. 

CUMIA – Children Understanding Mental Illness and Addiction 

\For tamariki aged 6–12 years. CUMIA provides a fun, interactive, and safe space for children to learn about emotions, express feelings, develop self-regulation strategies, and understand what their loved one is experiencing in an age-appropriate way. Sessions can be held at school, at home, or at our Gore or Invercargill offices, and can be delivered one-on-one or in groups. 

RAW – Rangatahi and Wellbeing 

A programme for rangatahi aged 12–21 years who may be disengaged from education, experiencing mental distress, social isolation, or limited family support. RAW combines counselling and one-on-one support to build practical tools and strategies for moving forward and living well. 

Resilient Whānau Against Meth 

A monthly peer support group in Invercargill and Gore, that empowers, educates, and connects whānau of methamphetamine users. Please feel free to contact us if you would like more information about any of our programmes or have any questions. 

Whanau Support and CUMIA Field workers:  

Zavana Morgan - Ph: 021 360 096    Email: [email protected]  

Marloes Levelink - Ph: 021 193 0837   Email: [email protected]  

Angela Thomas - Ph: 021 328 121 Email: [email protected] 

Practice Manager Tangata Whaiora Support:  

Natasha Barrett - Ph: 021 779 351 Email: [email protected]  

More information can be found on our website https://www.able.org.nz/