Links:
- APSAD - The Australian Professional Society on Alcohol & Other Drugs (APSAD) was established in 1981 with the aim of raising awareness about alcohol and other drug-related problems facing medical practitioners and other health
professionals, and to increase their competence in dealing with these problems.
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- Australian Drug Foundation (ADF) - ADF is an independent, non-profit organisation working to prevent and reduce alcohol and drug problems in the Australian community.
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- Australian Drug Information Network - The Australian Drug Information Network (ADIN) provides a central point of access to quality Internet-based alcohol and drug information provided by prominent organisations in Australia and internationally.
(Added: 1-Oct-2008 Hits: 255)
- Sutherland Cannabis Clinic - The Sutherland Cannabis Clinic provides individual assessment and counselling to persons 16 years and over with primary cannabis use issues, and information and support to significant others, The Cannabis Clinic is based in the Sutherland CBD.
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- The Push - Raising the profile of drug and alcohol free entertainment by staging musical events and running a club network for young people.
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- What's Your Poison? Australian Broadcasting Corporation - Includes information on nicotine, caffeine, alcohol, marijuana and ecstasy. Factual information given in the form of answers to a range of questions. Suitable for middle and upper secondary students.
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- Windana: Day Program - The Windana day program (WDP) is a non-residential alcohol and other drug rehabilitation program that is designed to meet the needs of those who are finding it difficult to access residential programs.
The WDP’s structured educational and therapeutic groups operate weekdays between 9.30am and 3.30pm for an optimum duration of twelve weeks, in the Ormond area.
The Program supports people by assisting them in structuring their lives and promoting healthy choices, whilst living in the community.
What happens there?
The Day Program facilitates groups that address psychological, spiritual, physical and social needs.
‘Check in’ and ‘Check out’ groups take place at the beginning and end of each day. There groups are used to discussed planned contact between peers outside of WDP sessions, whether in person, by phone, text or chat room. The fostering of peer support is a key factor in the program.
The ‘Check in’ and Check out’ groups are also utilised to assist in designing healthy, structured plans conducive to recovery and provide motivation to maintain positive action.
Family members and significant others in the WDP
The Day Program also provides an opportunity for family members and significant others to contribute support during their loved one’s recovery.
Program participants are encouraged to invite family members or significant others to join weekly groups which inform, support and educate in the ways in which practical, useful assistance can be provided to their loved ones, during the recovery process.
Who is the WDP for?
Adults who would like to address issues of alcohol and other drug dependency.
People who find it difficult to commit to residential treatment programs due to personal circumstances.
Those who have stable accommodation and basic literacy skills.
Clients who are prepared to participate and interact in a supportive, non-judgemental manner within the spirit of the community.
Those who are able to attend WDP daily.
How to apply
Ring the duty Worker at Windana on 9529 7955 and request an appointment for an assessment.
Attend assessment
Attend WDP information / preparation group session
Participants must be alcohol and drug free prior to enrolment in WDP treatment.
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