Christchurch City

Contact

181 Blenheim Rd, Riccarton
PO Box 22592
Christchurch
Ph : (03) 377 1818
Fax : (03) 377 1817

The Team

Chris O’Connor
Peer Support Team Leader

Chris is 52 and has diverse work and life experiences. He is very enthusiastic about supporting peers on their personal journey of recovery; to discover their potential and reclaim lost self confidence. Based on his personal and family experiences Chris sincerely believes ordinary people who have “common experience” of mental illness can use their personal recovery experiences to foster hope of recovery in others who my be struggling with mental illness. Persons with mental illness can choose to make positive changes in their lives. With peer support and encouragement they can start planning goals, taking steps toward realising their dreams and go on to live rewarding lives in the community.

Kathryn Keverne
Peer Support Worker

Kathryn is a mum of three children, a cat and a dog, has two part-time jobs a home, is a home and garden maintenance woman and is in the process of completing a proof reading course. Kathryn enjoys peer support work and credits this passion with an embrace for change, a positive regard for her peers, patience and an in-it-for-the-long-haul attitude. She feels privileged to be a part of a service which regards the relationship as key and this is more of what she believes is needed in mental health!

Angie R
Peer Support Worker

Angie is the proud mum of three (almost adult) children, and enjoys a range of creative and musical hobbies. She likes to spend time at the beach and enjoys walking in the countryside. Angie was referred to mental health services as a result of adverse life circumstances combined with biological factors. She came through this time having developed a new outlook on life and having gained new skills. Angie believes that what she has learnt from her personal journey has equipped her to inspire hope and encourage others wishing to move forward in their lives.

Alexia Martin
Peer Support Worker

Alexia is 49 years old. Living with her life partner. Has a daughter, who is married and living in Christchurch. Alexia is a calm, positive and creative person. Comes from a community support/teaching background, and has always viewed working with people as a privilege. Alexia believes that; every person has the right, potential and capacity to create positive change in their life. To work towards the person they want to be and live a life that brings them joy and true meaning.