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ADL
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Description
ADL is a not for profit organisation that aims to help young people & whānau who are dealing with alcohol & drug issues and/or mental health difficulties.
We also offer the Thrive! Te Pae Ora service. Read more here.
ADL has offices in Dunedin, Timaru, Cromwell and Invercargill that also cover rural areas. We can see you at school, in the community or at home.
Staff
ADL is staffed by registered health practitioners.
Depending on the area the teams are Occupational Therapists, NZAC registered Counsellors, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses, and DAAPANZ registered Alcohol and other Drug Practitioners.
Ages
Child / Tamariki
Youth / Rangatahi
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
Our services are fully- funded by the Southern District Health Board, South Canterbury DHB, and by the Ministry of Social Development and are free to clients and their families.
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Summer holiday period - offering phone support on open days. Normal services resume on 11 January 2023.
Public Holidays: Closed Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
ADC is a longer term program that can offer support to young people wanting more intensive support with alcohol or drug issues. It is only internally referred - please speak to an ADL staff member if this interests you or you want to know more. ADC has a focus in using activity and outdoor experiences to help develop new skills to better manage difficult times. Young people on ADC will attend counselling sessions, day activities and may be offered a 4-9 day journey. We also offer a marae-based Journey.
ADC is a longer term program that can offer support to young people wanting more intensive support with alcohol or drug issues. It is only internally referred - please speak to an ADL staff member if this interests you or you want to know more. ADC has a focus in using activity and outdoor experiences to help develop new skills to better manage difficult times. Young people on ADC will attend counselling sessions, day activities and may be offered a 4-9 day journey. We also offer a marae-based Journey.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Community / social support (AOD), Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions
- Regions
Waitaki, Southland, Central Lakes, Dunedin - South Otago, South Canterbury
- Age Groups
Youth / Rangatahi
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
Eligible service users include:
- young people with alcohol and or other drug problems
- young people experimenting with AOD, with heightened risk of developing an alcohol and/or other drug disorders
Description
ADC is a longer term program that can offer support to young people wanting more intensive support with alcohol or drug issues. It is only internally referred - please speak to an ADL staff member if this interests you or you want to know more.
ADC has a focus in using activity and outdoor experiences to help develop new skills to better manage difficult times. Young people on ADC will attend counselling sessions, day activities and may be offered a 4-9 day journey. We also offer a marae-based Journey.
Our programmes offer a wide range of options for responding to the needs, interests and goals of the young person. The programmes are strengths based and aim to; Engage youth in positive and meaningful activity Build community support networks Support in furthering education, training and employment Support families in building strong relationships with their young person Improve life skills Our programmes are developed alongside the young person and have a large component of outdoor recreation, such as mountain biking, kayaking and rock climbing. We believe the outdoor environment is a stimulating place for young people to learn new skills, develop their strengths and give them experiences that create opportunities for learning. The programmes provide children and young people with individualised and intensive support, positive guidance, encouragement, opportunity and challenge, which assist children and young people to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Our programmes offer a wide range of options for responding to the needs, interests and goals of the young person. The programmes are strengths based and aim to; Engage youth in positive and meaningful activity Build community support networks Support in furthering education, training and employment Support families in building strong relationships with their young person Improve life skills Our programmes are developed alongside the young person and have a large component of outdoor recreation, such as mountain biking, kayaking and rock climbing. We believe the outdoor environment is a stimulating place for young people to learn new skills, develop their strengths and give them experiences that create opportunities for learning. The programmes provide children and young people with individualised and intensive support, positive guidance, encouragement, opportunity and challenge, which assist children and young people to achieve their goals and aspirations.
- Programme Areas
Mental health, Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions, Community based support - mental health
- Regions
South Canterbury
- Age Groups
Youth / Rangatahi
- Referral Types
DHB clinical services
Referral Process
Referrals can only be made through South Canterbury DHB - iCAMH Team or ADL.
Description
Our programmes offer a wide range of options for responding to the needs, interests and goals of the young person. The programmes are strengths based and aim to;
- Engage youth in positive and meaningful activity
- Build community support networks
- Support in furthering education, training and employment
- Support families in building strong relationships with their young person
- Improve life skills
Our programmes are developed alongside the young person and have a large component of outdoor recreation, such as mountain biking, kayaking and rock climbing. We believe the outdoor environment is a stimulating place for young people to learn new skills, develop their strengths and give them experiences that create opportunities for learning.
The programmes provide children and young people with individualised and intensive support, positive guidance, encouragement, opportunity and challenge, which assist children and young people to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Child / Tamariki friendly
Website
Contact Details
35 The Mall Cromwell and Mobile Team Central Lakes
Central Lakes
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Phone
0800 292 988
Email
Website
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This page was last updated at 11:14AM on August 6, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by ADL.