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Mental Health & Addictions - Alcohol and Drug Services | Te Tai Tokerau (Northland)
Public Service, Psychiatry, Mental Health, Addiction
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Description
Specialist alcohol and drug service including Opiate Substituion Programme, Inpatient Detoxification Service and support for family/whānau.
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
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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
The Mental Health & Addictions Alcohol and Drug Service provides a range of consumer focussed, responsive community and inpatient alcohol and drug services, services for people with coexisting problems and for family/whānau affected by people with substance use problems. Alcohol and Drug treatment services are provided in each area in the context of the district based multidisciplinary Mental Health and Addiction Service.
The Mental Health & Addictions Alcohol and Drug Service provides a range of consumer focussed, responsive community and inpatient alcohol and drug services, services for people with coexisting problems and for family/whānau affected by people with substance use problems. Alcohol and Drug treatment services are provided in each area in the context of the district based multidisciplinary Mental Health and Addiction Service.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Community / social support (AOD), Social detox, Community (medical detox), Opioid substitution treatment, Coexisting problems – mental health & addictions
- Regions
Northland
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Description
The Mental Health & Addictions Alcohol and Drug Service provides a range of consumer focussed, responsive community and inpatient alcohol and drug services, services for people with coexisting problems and for family/whānau affected by people with substance use problems.
Alcohol and Drug treatment services are provided in each area in the context of the district based multidisciplinary Mental Health and Addiction Service.
Funded methadone and suboxone programme for people with an opioid dependency. See the downloads below for useful information on coming off methadone.
Funded methadone and suboxone programme for people with an opioid dependency. See the downloads below for useful information on coming off methadone.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Opioid substitution treatment
- Regions
Northland
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Description
Funded methadone and suboxone programme for people with an opioid dependency.
See the downloads below for useful information on coming off methadone.
- Opiate Substitution (Methadone) Programme: Information for Families (PDF, 18.6 KB)
- Thinking about coming off Methadone? (PDF, 209.2 KB)
- Coming off Methadone: What can I expect? (PDF, 194.8 KB)
Note: PDF downloads require the free Adobe Reader application to view.
The Drive Soba Programme may be for suitable for you if: You have 3 or more EBA charges Your lawyer or the Judge has advised that you need to do a Programme Have an Alcohol and Drug Condition with Probation Would like support to stop Drink Driving Have lost your license indefinitely The course covers: The facts and effects of alcohol Reasons why people drink and drive Problem solving to stop drink driving Victim Empathy Developing a plan to not drink and drive
The Drive Soba Programme may be for suitable for you if: You have 3 or more EBA charges Your lawyer or the Judge has advised that you need to do a Programme Have an Alcohol and Drug Condition with Probation Would like support to stop Drink Driving Have lost your license indefinitely The course covers: The facts and effects of alcohol Reasons why people drink and drive Problem solving to stop drink driving Victim Empathy Developing a plan to not drink and drive
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Community / social support (AOD), Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD)
- Regions
Northland
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
Referrals can come from self, lawyers, judges, probation, family/whānau, GPs, other services.
Referrals and queries can be made at 5 Three Mile Bush Road, Kamo - Phone (09) 470 2706.
The first step is to make an appointment with us for an assessment to determine suitability for the IDP.
Description
The Drive Soba Programme may be for suitable for you if:
- You have 3 or more EBA charges
- Your lawyer or the Judge has advised that you need to do a Programme
- Have an Alcohol and Drug Condition with Probation
- Would like support to stop Drink Driving
- Have lost your license indefinitely
The course covers:
- The facts and effects of alcohol
- Reasons why people drink and drive
- Problem solving to stop drink driving
- Victim Empathy
- Developing a plan to not drink and drive
- Drive Soba Programme (DOC, 110 KB)
- How to get your driver's licence back (PDF, 124.9 KB)
Note: PDF downloads require the free Adobe Reader application to view.
Timatanga Hou - New Beginnings. Our 3 bed detoxification unit has been set up to be as inviting as possible. Your withdrawals will be managed depending on your personal and medical history, the substance you use and how you use them. The unit has a day program of activities for you to participate in. There is a daily morning meeting and education sessions on addiction and tools for your recovery which you are required to attend. The staff will monitor your progress throughout your stay with us. You and your family/whānau can request as many meetings with the staff as you need. Please Note: The Unit will be closed from 18 December 2020 until 12 January 2021.
Timatanga Hou - New Beginnings. Our 3 bed detoxification unit has been set up to be as inviting as possible. Your withdrawals will be managed depending on your personal and medical history, the substance you use and how you use them. The unit has a day program of activities for you to participate in. There is a daily morning meeting and education sessions on addiction and tools for your recovery which you are required to attend. The staff will monitor your progress throughout your stay with us. You and your family/whānau can request as many meetings with the staff as you need. Please Note: The Unit will be closed from 18 December 2020 until 12 January 2021.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Hospital (medical detox)
- Regions
Northland
- Age Groups
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Description
Timatanga Hou - New Beginnings. Our 3 bed detoxification unit has been set up to be as inviting as possible. Your withdrawals will be managed depending on your personal and medical history, the substance you use and how you use them.
The unit has a day program of activities for you to participate in. There is a daily morning meeting and education sessions on addiction and tools for your recovery which you are required to attend.
The staff will monitor your progress throughout your stay with us. You and your family/whānau can request as many meetings with the staff as you need.
Please Note: The Unit will be closed from 18 December 2020 until 12 January 2021.
- Inpatient Detoxification Service - Timatanga Hau (PDF, 148.1 KB)
Note: PDF downloads require the free Adobe Reader application to view.
The Alcohol & Drug Service offers a support group for whānau, family & friends who have a loved one with substance abuse/dependence issue; with or without a co-existing mental health issue. Please open the download below for more information.
The Alcohol & Drug Service offers a support group for whānau, family & friends who have a loved one with substance abuse/dependence issue; with or without a co-existing mental health issue. Please open the download below for more information.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD)
- Regions
Northland
- Age Groups
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
For more information contact
Steve (09) 470 2706 - (DHB Alcohol and Drug Service) OR
Kenny 0800 789 134 - (Supporting Families)
Description
The Alcohol & Drug Service offers a support group for whānau, family & friends who have a loved one with substance abuse/dependence issue; with or without a co-existing mental health issue. Please open the download below for more information.
- Support for Family and Whanau (PDF, 118.5 KB)
Note: PDF downloads require the free Adobe Reader application to view.
The Northland Consumer Network’s peer support group is for people who are motivated in their recovery and are seeking support in maintaining their wellbeing. This group is run on the principles of mutuality and respect and is facilitated by people who are in recovery from addiction. In Whangārei, the group is held every Monday at 73 Water Street between the hours of 11.00 am - 1 pm. For up to date information regarding this group please contact us at the Northland Consumer Network.
The Northland Consumer Network’s peer support group is for people who are motivated in their recovery and are seeking support in maintaining their wellbeing. This group is run on the principles of mutuality and respect and is facilitated by people who are in recovery from addiction. In Whangārei, the group is held every Monday at 73 Water Street between the hours of 11.00 am - 1 pm. For up to date information regarding this group please contact us at the Northland Consumer Network.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Peer support (AOD), Advocacy / group / family whānau support (AOD)
- Regions
Northland
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
For more information, contact Northland Consumer Network:
73 Water Street Whangārei
PO Box 5028, Whangārei, 0140
Office Phone (09) 438 4115
E-Mail,
Group Facilitators:
Leon Dawson: 021818785
Kay Poppen: 021717181
Ange Macken: 0212273917
Description
The Northland Consumer Network’s peer support group is for people who are motivated in their recovery and are seeking support in maintaining their wellbeing. This group is run on the principles of mutuality and respect and is facilitated by people who are in recovery from addiction.
In Whangārei, the group is held every Monday at 73 Water Street between the hours of 11.00 am - 1 pm.
For up to date information regarding this group please contact us at the Northland Consumer Network.
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Child / Tamariki friendly
Document Downloads
- What is Buprenorphine/Naloxone or Suboxone®? (PDF, 126.7 KB)
- What is Naltrexone? (PDF, 260.7 KB)
- Synthetic Cannabinoids | Ministry of Health NZ (MHT, 574.1 KB)
- Managing Your own Withdrawal (PDF, 1.6 MB)
- Naltrexone patient information (DOC, 274 KB)
Website
Contact Details
Dargaville Hospital, 77 Awakino Road, Dargaville
Northland
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Phone
(09) 439 3330
Website
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This page was last updated at 11:56AM on September 30, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Mental Health & Addictions - Alcohol and Drug Services | Te Tai Tokerau (Northland).