Alcohol Support
Open Family
There are also two Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs Counsellors providing counselling and education to young people who are at risk of developing alcohol and other drug related issues.
Contact number: 03 9742 8155
Homeless Information Portal
The Homeless Information Portal is a searchable directory of alcohol and other drugs support services in Australia, and an online resource guide to help service providers respond to homeless people affected by alcohol and other drug (AOD) use.
The Youth Substance Abuse Service
YSAS provides a range of services for young people aged 12-21 who are experiencing significant problems related to their alcohol and/or drug use.
Counselling Online
CounsellingOnline is a service where you can communicate with a professional counsellor about an alcohol or drug related concern, using text-interaction. This service is free for anyone seeking help with their own drug use or the drug use of a family member, relative or friend. Counselling Online is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across Australia.
Alcoholics Anonymous
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
Al-Anon/Alateen
To help families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of someone close.
Western Health - DASWest provides a diverse range of services and programs for individuals and their families affected by drug and alcohol related problems. DASWest staff offer non-judgmental advice that is both practical and flexible.
We provide treatment based on the principles of harm minimisation, through a wide range of treatment options that recognise and cater for the diverse range of individuals and groups within the community.
This is done in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment where everyone is viewed equally, regardless of the issues associated with their substance use.
ADCA - Alcohol and other Drugs Council of Australia
The Alcohol and other Drugs Council of Australia (ADCA) is the peak, national, non-government organisation representing the interests of the Australian alcohol and other drugs sector, providing a national voice for people working to reduce the harm caused by alcohol and other drugs.
Alcohol and Work
Alcohol-related issues can occur in any industry, occupation or workplace and may affect work performance, occupational health and safety and working relationships. Factors at work and outside work can contribute to alcohol or other drug use.
Community Alcohol Action Network (CAAN)
The Community Alcohol Action Network (CAAN) aims to reduce alcohol-related harm in the community by addressing the social and cultural forces that encourage problem drinking.
DirectLine
Need help now?
Got a problem with drug use? Or want to support someone who has? Need a ‘listening ear’, support in a crisis or information about where to go for treatment?
Confidential alcohol and drug counselling and referral line
24 hours, 7 days 1800 888 236
Isis Primary Care
Offering counselling, general health, occupational therapy, youth & family services, drug & alcohol services, aged & disability services.
National Drug & Alcohol Research Centre
The National Drug and Alcohol Research Centre (NDARC) was established at the University of New South Wales in May, 1986 and officially opened in November, 1987. It is funded by the Australian Government as part of the National Drug Strategy.
Of Substance
Covers the latest Australian news and research on alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. It is good reading for organisations and individuals who provide services to those affected by substance use.
Self Help Addiction Resource Centre
A community-based service that exists to give the people who use Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) services a say in how these services are run.
Teenage Health Freak
A great teenage health site with loads of information. Check out the A-Z index page.
Turning Point Alcohol and Drug Centre
Promotes and maximises the health and well-being of individuals and communities living with and affected by alcohol- and other drug-related harms.
Young Carers
Do you help someone who has an illness, a disability, a mental health issue or a drug or alcohol problem? Then you might be a young carer and there is help and support available to you.
Many young carers tell us that caring can be a great thing to do - that they're proud of who they are and what they do and that they've built up a whole swag of useful skills. Sometimes though young carers say that caring can affect how they feel, how much time they get to spend with friends, doing schoolwork or holding down a job, and that often they need some help.
Links to other web sites or information sources are provided as a courtesy, however we cannot vouch for or take responsibility for the information contained in any links.
Contact Youth Services on 9742 8155 or
email: mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday - 9am - 6pm (excluding public holidays)