Stories
People share their stories with us at the Helpline. They tell us about how their lives have changed as a result of calling the Helpline. On this page we share these stories with you and we hope in turn that you will be inspired by these stories and be encouraged to pick up the telephone and call the Helpline on 0800 787 797.
Gary
Kia ora, I’m Gary.... when I was a young fella we lived in a small rural community... I don’t really know how I became involved with drugs and alcohol, it just kinda happened...
> Read moreThank You So Much
Thank you. Without your patience and understanding I would not have made it through . . .
> Read moreTurning Point
The turning point for me was when I decided to be honest with my wife, ask her for help about it, to ask her to help me with my money and be prepared to accept whatever conditions that came with that.
> Read moreYou Gave Me A Voice
You’ve give a voice to the parents, siblings and friends where we can let out the hurt and the pain that we are feeling inside.
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