Auckland mental health programme closure causes patient anxiety

Wednesday 13 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 13 Aug 2025, 6:10pm

The Segar House intensive mental health service in Auckland is scheduled to close on 19 September. One patient expressed concern regarding future care, noting that Health NZ suggested moving to Dunedin to access similar services. Health NZ stated it is currently developing transition plans for affected patients.

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First reported by RNZ, Wed 13 Aug 2025, 5:32pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 37 minutes

RNZWed 13 Aug 2025, 5:32pm

Auckland mental health patient worried about future after Segar House closes (opens in new tab)
Otago Daily TimesWed 13 Aug 2025, 6:10pm

Mental health patient told to move to Dunedin after programme shuts down (opens in new tab)