Quake Update

ACC Canterbury Earthquake Information for Providers
ACC has set up a new web page (www.ac.co.nz/for-providers/canterbury-earthquake) to provide essential information for treatment providers about maintaining services for ACC clients following the Christchurch earthquake and during the national state of emergency.

Information on this web page that may be of interest to you includes:

• Cover for people who have developed a mental injury from the earthquake
• Certifying time off work
• Consequential conditions not generally covered
• Concussion services available for ACC clients
• Assistance for visitors to New Zealand.

This site is regularly updated, so please check the page frequently to remain up-to-date with the latest information from ACC.

If you have any urgent concerns or need further information, please call the Provider Helpline on 0800 222 070.

Nationwide Counselling Service
Relationship Services Whakawhanaungatanga (RSW) is offering nationwide trauma support following the Christchurch earthquake.

Christchurch people who have left the city following the earthquake can contact their nearest RSW office for free support. The service is also available for people who don’t live in Christchurch but are anxious following the earthquake.

The free Government-funded service includes telephone support, as well as face-to-face support. RSW has 35 offices serving 70 centres nationwide.

To find your nearest RSW office call 0800 RELATE – 0800 735 283 or visit their website, www.relate.org.nz

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