Penington Institute connects lived experience and research to improve community safety in relation to drugs.
The Australian Drug Foundation reaches millions of Australians in local communities through sporting clubs, workplaces, health care settings and schools, offering educational information, drug and alcohol prevention programs and advocating for strong and healthy communities.
Dual Diagnosis Australia & New Zealand is a resource repository created by and for people with an interest in co-occurring substance use-mental health concerns.
Turning Point is an Australian addiction research and education centre that provides treatment for people adversely affected by alcohol, drugs and gambling.
If you’re having family issues and problems, such as conflict, housing or safety concerns, help is available. Get in touch with a nationwide family service, or one in your state, that can put you in contact with someone near you.
Family Support Services for Alcohol & Other Drug Issues
WRAD Health offer counselling support to loved ones of someone with a substance use disorder
• Evidence-based peer support groups based on cognitive-behavioural principles.
• Helps families learn practical tools for communication, boundaries and self-care.
• Available online and face-to-face across Australia (smartrecoveryaustralia.com.au)
• Peer support organisation provides support meetings, education programs and counselling for families.
• Offers a structured course called Stepping Stones for families. (Family Drug Support)
24/7 Support Line: 1300 368 186 (Family Drug Support)
Website: fds.org.au
Drug & Gambling Help
• Peer-based support for families affected by drug use, alcohol misuse or gambling.
• Offers family support groups, counselling and education programs. (SHARC)
Helpline: 1300 660 068
• Peer groups for families affected by someone else’s alcohol use.
• Similar structure to Alcoholics Anonymous but designed for families.
Helpline: 1300 252 666
• Support groups for families and friends affected by drug dependence.
• Peer-led meetings based on the 12-step model.
• 24/7 confidential advice, counselling and referrals.
• Available to anyone concerned about their own or someone else’s substance use.
Phone: 1800 250 015 (Department of Health Australia)
• 24-hour counselling and referral service for alcohol and drug concerns.
• Supports individuals and families.
Phone: 1800 888 236
Get support for gambling problems and their impact on family, work, and the community. Meli offers therapeutic and financial counseling. No referral needed.
The eASSIST is an electronic version of the Alcohol, Smoking and Substance Involvement Screening Test (ASSIST) which was developed by the World Health Organization. The ASSIST has eight questions and takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete. The ASSIST helps identify the risks associated with substance use and the personalised feedback helps explore options for change.
Need After Hours Help?
Emergency Services
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South West Healthcare
55 631 666
SWH Emergency Department
55 631 666 or 1800 808 284
Directline 1800 888 236
Lifeline 13 11 14