Supporting Farmers in Tough Times (FOR RP USE ONLY)

A guide for New Zealand rural professionals interacting with farmers on farm, online or over the phone.

This guide will assist RP's in answering the following questions:

1. How would I know if someone is struggling?
2.  How do I start the conversation?
3.  So, what's the issue?
4.  Should I say something?
5.  Supporting action
6.  How can I respond in a supportive way?
7.  What if someone is suicidal?
8.  How can Rural Support Trust help?
9.  What other support is available?

You are welcome to download a copy of the publication.