Alcohol & Other Drugs Services
Acquired Brain Injury can occur as a consequence of prolonged alcohol use, or other drug use. Or a person may find themself struggling to come to terms with an ABI from other causes, and turn to alcohol and or other drugs as a form of self medicating or a coping mechanism.
AA Victoria
For details of times & venues of Alcoholics Anonymous support groups in your local area:
9429 1833 (7 days)
1st Floor, 36 Church Street, Richmond, 3121
PO Box 136, East Melbourne, 8002
Arbias Limited
Specialists in alcohol and other substance related brain impairment
See listing under case management
The Beleura Clinic
The Beleura Clinic is one of the services offered by Beleura Private Hospital in Mornington. The Clinic provides a peaceful environment that assists those wishing to regain a fulfilling and productive life, free from alcohol. The program is conducted over a 4 week period and also encompasses addiction to minor tranquillisers. At the Clinic they offer help that requires skill, care, confidentiality and the type of unique support that has been developed by the Beleura Clinic Alcohol Recovery Program. Private Health Insurance recommended.
Beleura Private Hospital
Clinic: 5978 8224 (24 Hr)
Hospital: 5976 0888
Email: via contact us > website
www.beleuraprivate.com.au/clinic
925 Nepean Highway,
Mornington, Vic, 3931
CBCHS (Central Bayside Community Health Service)
The aim of the CBCHS drug & alcohol support program is to reduce the harm to the individual, their families and the community caused by alcohol and drug use. The service provides free, confidential, accessible, and non-judgmental assessment, counselling, treatment and referral to sufferers of substance misuse, their families and other concerned individuals to the communities of Bayside, Kingston and Glen Eira, who are either self-referred or from other agencies.
Contact: Team Leader, Drug & Alcohol Services
8587 0200
335 Nepean Hwy Parkdale 3195
ISCHS. Inner South Community Health Service.
A healthy & Inclusive Community
If you, or someone you know, have a substance use issues, including licit and illicit drugs, we can assist you to explore issues related to your substance use. In counselling, you will be able to decide to make your own changes. Our counselling can assist you to plan and implement the change. We also provide counselling to significant others who are concerned about a friend or family member's substance use.
Other services we offer:
Forensic alcohol and drug counselling is also available for people who are required to attend as part of a court based disposition or have legal issues pending.
Our outreach drug and alcohol counsellors provide a service to people using illicit substances who may experience barriers to accessing centre based services.
Information & Referral Worker
9690 9144 South Port
9534 8166 Inkerman St
9525 1300 Prahran
9534 0981 Mitford St
Odyssey House Victoria
Providing Opportunities for Change & Growth
Odyssey House Victoria is a major provider of alcohol and other drug (AOD) services to individuals, families and children through residential and non-residential programs. Our services include Residential Rehabilitation in the form of a Therapeutic Community for single adults, couples and parents with their children aged up to 12 years; short-term residential rehabilitation for adults available near Benalla, N.E. Victoria; Individual counseling and therapy for adults who want to change their substance use behaviour and improve their mental health; Intensive, in-home child and family support services where a parent has a drug or alcohol problem; Children’s brokerage fund which assists children impacted by parental drug and alcohol problems through the provision of grants; short-medium term community-based housing for people in recovery from alcohol or drug use, located across Melbourne and in Shepparton; Outreach programs and services for young people aged between 12 and 24 years, and their families, who experience problems with drugs or alcohol; Counseling and support to help clients become job-ready, obtain employment and enter training or study courses; Nationally-accredited, job-related training in AOD, Mental Health and related fields; Financial counseling to individuals with AOD problems who are also experiencing financial hardship; Counseling for families affected by a young person’s drug and mental health issues.
General Enquiries
9420 7600
Email: Via ‘contact us’ > website
660 Bridge Road,
Richmond, 3121
Residential: 28 Bonds Road,
Lower Plenty, 3093
PenDAP. (Peninsula Drug & Alcohol Program) Peninsula Health.
Building a Healthy Community.
PenDAP offers a range of services to assist people experiencing difficulties related to their alcohol and drug use. A holistic and non-judgemental approach is used in providing services to individuals, families and local communities.
Contact: Duty Worker
9784 8100
www.peninsulahealth.org.au/files/pendap.pdf
Address: Frankston Community Health Service
Frankston Integrated Health Centre
12 – 32 Frankston Flinders Road, Frankston 3199
*Also Hastings & Rosebud
Pinelodge Clinic, St John of God
St John of God Pinelodge Clinic is a 54-bed hospital offering specialised psychiatric and drug and alcohol rehabilitation care, with inpatient and day patient therapy programs and an alcohol and drug dependency recovery treatment program.
St John of God Pinelodge Clinic's Alcohol & Drug Unit is a dedicated drug and alcohol ward offering inpatient stays of up to 28 days (subject to funding and clinical need), with 24-hour nursing care and support.
The recovery treatment program is designed to help patients identify and resolve problems, understand the nature of dependency, be able to set realistic goals and adjust to a dependency free lifestyle. The program, individually tailored to patients, is designed and conducted by a multi-disciplinary team comprising psychiatrists, medical practitioners, psychologists, experienced counsellors and nursing staff.
8793 9444
info.pinelodgeclinic@sjog.org.au
Hospitals > Pinelodge Clinic Vic
1480 Heatherton Road,
Dandenong, Victoria 3175
Salvation Army, The Bridge Centre
‘The Bridge’ is a distinctive programme for the treatment of persons with alcohol, drug, and/or other dependencies, and believes in a holistic approach to recovery.
A combination of individual, group and/or family counselling, spiritual awareness, life skills training, and staff role modelling are used to encourage the client to make significant life changing decisions.
A harm minimisation approach is used by the program, while recognising that for some clients the programme is directed towards total abstinence.
The Salvation Army operates a number of services under ‘The Bridge’ programme. These include but are not limited to, Counselling, Consultancy & Continuing Care, (which can include services for family or friends); Individual assessment, group work, and assistance accessing other services. Also home based withdrawal service, telephone counselling, outreach, ongoing support and education.
9521 2770
stkilda.bridge@aus.salvationarmy.org
Location > Vic Victoria Divisions > Bridge Program
12 Chapel Street,
St Kilda, 3182
Post: PO Box 144,
St. Kilda, 3182
SEADS. (South East Alcohol & Drugs Service)
Southern Health
Opportunities for Growth
South East Alcohol and Drug Services (SEADS) is committed to improving the health and quality of life of individuals, families, and communities by providing holistic alcohol and other drug services.
Specialist consultation and support is available for professionals working with people who have an alcohol and/or drug problem and acquired brain injury.
Services include – direct treatment, secondary consultation, capacity building training and education.
First Response Team or ABI & AOD Clinical Consultant
8792 2330
www.southernhealth.org.au/seads/
Level 2, 229 Thomas Street,
Dandenong 3175
SHARC. (Self Help Addiction Resource Centre)
Our Mission is to provide opportunities for individuals families and communities affected by addiction and related problems to recover and achieve meaningful satisfying and contributing lives.
SHARC has been operating for nearly 10 years in Victoria. Our services, are primarily targeted to those with significant drug and alcohol problems, their families and friends, and are underpinned by principles of self help and peer support. Celebrating empowerment, self determination and mutuality, we believe that recovery from addiction is best served when people who have the problem are a part of the solution.
9573 1700
140 Grange Road,
Carnegie 3163
Southcity Clinic
Southcity clinic offers a range of services which are specifically designed to meet the needs of substance dependant people in Melbourne’s southern region who have significant medical, psychiatric and psychosocial problems. Admission to the clinic would be on the basis of referral from a GP or other health care professional. The clinic offers a range of clinical services, consultancy & support services, education & training and referral to other services.
9525 7399
southcity@southcityclinic.com.au
Level 1, 61 – 69 Brighton Rd,
Elwood 3184
TaskForce
Breaking the cycle of addiction & unemployment
TaskForce provides free alcohol and other drug counselling services to people who live or work within the Cities of Bayside, Kingston and Glen Eira. These services are available to people experiencing alcohol or other drug related concerns. Services include
- General support for individuals by phone or one to one counselling
- Counselling - short and long term
- A youth outreach program – where we come to you
- Groups and peer support activities, Including relapse prevention and education groups.
TaskForce has a duty worker on call Monday to Friday from 1.30 – 4.30pm. All referrals into the counselling service are taken through the intake program. Referrals can be made by you, from family, friends or professionals. There is no charge to access our services.
Contact us for a confidential informal discussion.
TaskForce Drug & Alcohol Service, Duty Worker
9532 0811
421 South Road,
Moorabbin, 3189
The Melbourne Clinic
Substance Withdrawal Program
The Melbourne Clinic Substance Withdrawal Program is usually a seven-day program providing high quality professional care and support for people withdrawing from alcohol and other drugs. The program aims to start a process of recovery from substance dependence and offers help with the physical, emotional, relationship and spiritual dimensions of addiction. Clients will need to be willing to participate in group work. The process of maintaining recovery is an ongoing one. The Addictive Behaviours Day Program at The Melbourne Clinic is part of the ongoing support, and longer-term support is also available either by the clinicians in the group, or via a structured rehabilitation program at The Victorian Addiction Centre. Private health insurance recommended.
Outreach Program
The Melbourne Clinic Outreach Program is a clinical support and treatment program for persons with a psychiatric disorder under the care of psychiatrists in private practice and affliliated with The Melbourne Clinic, The Victoria Clinic or Northpark Private Hospital. Outreach Clinicians will work with ABI case managers/staff to provide a comprehensive service for persons with a dual disability. Services are provided by appointment in the person's home or local community. The focus is to support each person to manage their mental health condition and reduce the risk of relapse.
Funding is provided through health insurance, Workcover insurers, or the Transport Accident Commission. Private health insurance recommended.
Substance Withdrawal Program 9429 4688
Outreach Program 9420 9244
Via contact us > website
130 Church Street,
Richmond, 3121
Turning Point Alcohol & Drug Centre Inc.
Turning Point strives to promote & maximise the health & wellbeing of individuals and communities living with and affected by alcohol, and other drug –related harms. Turning Point provides a wide range of specialist treatment and support services to people affected by alcohol & drug use.
Turning Point works with people experiencing problems related to a range of drugs including heroin, alcohol, amphetamines and cannabis. Our specialist clinical services cater for the needs of clients with complex needs such as young people, pregnant women. Polydrug users or people with mental health diagnoses.
Turning Point’s statewide telephone services network operates 24 hours, seven days. Trained counsellors provide information and referral to the public and to health professionals.
A 24 hour counselling and referral line is available to anyone who has a problem or question related to alcohol or drug use. Experienced counsellors provide an immediate and confidential response.
1800 888 236 (Victoria)
8413 8413 (General enquiries)
8413 8444 (Clinic / Intake Team)
www.counsellingonline.com.au (Counselling On-line)
54–62 Gertrude Street,
Fitzroy 3065
Windana Drug & Alcohol Recovery
Windana is a leading provider of residential and community based drug and alcohol treatment programs, working to help people rebuild their lives. We provide a range of holistic services which over time can achieve real change and personal growth for our clients. Windana programs include assistance with: family reconnection, individual and group counselling, social welfare, adult and youth work, art therapy, psychological support, recreation and specialist health services such as naturopathy, reiki, massage, yoga, physiotherapy, acupuncture and nutrition.
Duty Worker
9529 7955
88 Alma Rd,
St Kilda, 3182
YSAS (Youth Substance Abuse Service)
YSAS provides a range of programs and services for young people aged 12 to 21 years who are experiencing significant problems related to their alcohol and/or other drug use.
YSAS’s practice is evidence-based, drawing on extensive practice wisdom and national and international research.
YSAS recognises that young people may experience a number of problems simultaneously. Youth alcohol and other drug workers are trained and experienced in dealing with a range of complex problems including alcohol and drugs, legal matters, primary and mental health, homelessness, sexual abuse and family breakdown.
YSASline is a 24-hour telephone service provides information, counselling and referral to YSAS services and to youth-specific alcohol and drug services throughout Victoria.
YSASline 1800 014 446 (24 hr toll free service)
9415 8881
YSAS Head Office,
Level 1, 131 Johnston St,
Fitzroy 3065
PO Box 2950 Fitzroy,
Victoria 3065
