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Programs and ServicesFor people impacted by alcohol and other drug use

Directions Health Services is a not-for-profit organisation that provides a range of integrated

services and programs for people affected by alcohol,

tobacco and other drug issues, their families and the wider

community.Services are based on a harm minimisation

approach and provided in a non-judgemental and respectful manner that recognises the

different stages of recovery, the individual goals people may have regarding their substance use

and the impacts of substance use on families, friends and communities.

Head Office

Level 6 Cosmopolitan Centre Woden Square ACT 2606

PO Box 538 Woden ACT 2606

P - 02 6132 4800F - 02 6132 4801E - reception@directionsact.com

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Directions Health Services acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands upon which we serve, their ancestors and elders both past and present, and other represented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nations. We are committed to a positive future for all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

We also value the contribution that other diverse cultures, identities and lifestyles make to our region, enhancing the richness of our society.

Programs and ServicesAlthea Wellness Centre

Althea Wellness Centre is a specialist primary health clinic providing GP, nursing and psychology services for people impacted by current or past alcohol and other drug use, and their families.

Althea Wellness Centre provides integrated, non-judgmental health care, in collaboration with Directions programs and other health and community services in the ACT, with client consent.

Appointments can be made at our Woden office by phoning Directions Reception. Althea staff also provide outreach to the Needle Syringe Program and other locations in the ACT. Please check our website for current outreach locations.

Arcadia House

Arcadia House is located on the grounds of Calvary Hospital, and offers a range of rehabilitation programs, including;

• 7 to 14 day non-medicated Withdrawal Program

• 12 week Day Program

• 12 week Residential Rehabilitation Program, consisting of 8 weeks residential and 4 weeks day program.

Arcadia House programs are based on Therapeutic Community Principles. Participation in all aspects of the program is required, including therapeutic group work, individual case management and other activities that support personal growth, mutual self-help and contribute to the smooth operation of the house.

Abstinence from alcohol, tobacco and other drugs is a condition of participation in Arcadia House programs and free nicotine replacement therapy is available for clients. People on opioid replacement therapy in the ACT are eligible for the program.

Treatment and Support Services

Treatment and Support Services (TSS) include a range of community based services for individuals, families and friends impacted by alcohol, tobacco, and other drug issues. These are provided from the Woden office in the ACT and from the Pathways offices in Goulburn, Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Moruya, Cooma and Bega.

TSS outreach services are provided to other locations in the ACT and to other communities in the Pathways NSW regions.

Services include free confidential counselling for individuals wishing to address their substance use and for family members and friends affected by another person’s substance use. Clients with complex needs can access case management services for support, with housing, relationships, employment, child protection, legal, financial, mental health or other concerns.

Individual appointments are available during business hours, with a limited number of after hours appointments. A variety of group programs are available during the day and in the evening.

People seeking assessment or needing to address more urgent concerns may telephone or drop-in to the Woden Office or telephone their local Pathways office during business hours.

Locations and contact details for ACT and NSW offices, and details of the services and group timetables can be found at:www.directionshealth.com

Feedback and Complaints

What you think about our service matters. We welcome your feedback and suggestions about how we may improve our services at any time. If you have a complaint, ask to speak with the Team Leader. Alternatively you can contact the Director of Service Delivery or the CEO on 02 6132 4800.

Needle and Syringe Program

The Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) is a public health measure that provides clean injecting equipment to prevent the spread of blood borne viruses. The primary NSPs in the ACT are located in Civic and Phillip and supply a range of free injecting equipment and condoms, information on safe injecting practices, harm reduction and health protection measures, general information and support.

Primary health care is available at Civic NSP and free frozen nutritious food is provided at Civic and Phillip NSPs.

Free fit packs are also available through Community Health Centres during business hours, and can be purchased through participating pharmacies and vending machines.

Updated NSP outlet information is avaliable at www.directionshealth.com/needle-syringe-program, including the locations of primary NSPs, Community Health Centres, participating pharmacies and vending machines.

PrivacyAll Directions services are confidential. Client consent is required to share information with other services or people, unless required under legislation.

Healing Ceremony by Julianne Williams