Page 340 - Week 01 - Thursday, 14 February 2008

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ADP CONSULTATION AND LIAISON:

The liaison service works with acute hospitals and other services in the ACT to ensure that expert professional help is available for clients who may have alcohol and/or other drug dependencies. Pregnant clients and clients who have a mental health and an alcohol and drug problem are special target groups for the consultation and liaison service.

ADP DIVERSION SERVICES:

The program coordinates the ACT’s diversion programs – Police Early Diversion, Court Alcohol and Drug Assessment Service and the Treatment Referral Program. The aim is to divert people apprehended for drug use or drug related offences from the judicial system into the health system.

Indigenous clients receive support from the Aboriginal Liaison Officer who helps to assess the most suitable service to meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander clients. This position also provides assistance and support to other mainstream service providers.

ADP COUNSELING AND TREATMENT SERVICES:

Clients’ needs are identified and counseling sessions offered as required. A coordinated care program is provided linking clients to other services, health practitioners and community groups to meet their diverse needs and to provide the best possible service. A variety of therapeutic groups are available as well as counseling of families affected by Alcohol and/or drug problems.

The 24 hour Helpline (62079977) is the front door to services: the Helpline provides information, support and referral to a range of services.

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