We provide top quality, free, confidential & non-judgmental budget advice to family/whanau & individuals. We encourage anyone who is experiencing financial difficulties to contact our service as soon as possible. We accept referral from other community organisations, and are happy to work in conjunction with other groups. Our Financial Mentors can create a budget plan, contact creditors, review payment options & explore alternatives. They liaise with departments such as Work and Income & may also refer to other community organisations. Budgeting assistance aims to remove some of the stress, develop workable plans, giving or restoring the clients' independence in money management & helping to build financial capability and resilience.