Alcohol, Drugs & Other Dependencies

Holyoake provides counselling and information & education, free from stigma, discrimination and social exclusion, for those either directly or indirectly impacted by alcohol, drugs, gambling and other harmful behaviours.

Kalano Community Association, an Aboriginal organisation, was established to meet the varying needs of the Aboriginal community, its members and their families within the Township of Katherine and its environs.

Over the past 40+ years, we have created and developed effective programs that address shortfalls in housing availability, employment and economic activity, social, community and health-related programs for our member population.

Kalano Community Association offers:

• Residential rehabilitation programs at Venndale Rehabilitation Centre
• Katherine Youth Outreach Transport Service
• Disability Support Program
• Community Night Patrol
• Municipal and Essential Services
• Commonwealth Home Support Program
• Community Development Program
• Mechanical Services

Venndale Rehabilitation Centre is a twelve-week residential rehabilitation program of Kalano Community Association Aboriginal Corporation.

Venndale has been delivering clinical model-based rehabilitation service that is culturally appropriate with 24-hour care to clients. Our holistic case management with one on one sessions as well as group education sessions will support clients in their journey to overcome alcohol & other drugs related harm and the impact on their lives, families, and their communities.

Venndale program includes education groups on relapse prevention, self-esteem, life skills, mental health, legal awareness, cultural activities, fishing, therapeutic activities such as art therapy. Skills for Employment and Education Program is facilitated by Steps Groups Australia at Venndale. Counselling, primary health, financial literacy, diet and fitness programs, and other information sessions such as NO MORE (Family and domestic violence program) are delivered by external agencies

Now called MacSafe, MacDonnell Regional Council’s Community Safety program has transitioned from a Night Patrol program to a Community Safety Program.

As a part of the Indigenous Advancement Strategy, MacSafe receives core funding from Prime Minister and Cabinet to deliver Community Safety services in 12 of Council’s remote communities. MacSafe also receives program specific funding from the Department of Health to deliver Alcohol Harm Reduction programs in three communities.

The Darwin Sobering Up Shelter provides overnight accommodation to homeless and displaced people (18 and over) who are under the influence of alcohol and other drugs and are at risk of harm. NT Police and Larrakia Night Patrol bring people to the Sobering Up Shelter from the greater Darwin and Palmerston areas. Shelter staff then assist clients with referrals to services that can help them to improve their health and wellbeing. Engagement is sensitive and culturally respectful to ensure clients feel safe at all times. For withdrawal/detox enquires please phone Stringybark Top End Health Service 8944 8288

The Mission Australia Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Service is a person-centred residential program in Darwin, NT. The service provides day and therapeutic services and programs for people with alcohol and other drug addictions including volatile substance misuse while addressing the impact of that substance misuse on people’s mental health and wellbeing.

Provides access to sterile injecting equipment and safe disposal facilities; other health hardware; health promotion and education resources; harm reduction messages; and referral services to prevent Blood Borne Virus (BBV) transmission and other injecting-related harms among people who inject drugs (PWID).

The Community Services & Engagement department is responsible for the delivery of a range of agency contracts, funded programs, and municipal services across the region. These services are critical to the life cycle and function of community.

These services range from upkeep and maintenance of public spaces, the delivery of antisocial diversion activities, and individual care services to improve quality of life for community residents.

Community Services

• Aged and Disability Care
• Alcohol and Other Drugs Program (AoD)
• Animal Management and Control
• Childcare
• Libraries
• Municipal Services
• Night Patrol
• Remote Indigenous Broadcasting Service (RIBS)
• School Nutrition Program (SNP)
• Sport and Recreation
• Youth Reconnect

Strong Steps is a free service for anyone who is affected by alcohol or drug issues.

Situated in Darwin’s rural area, Strong Steps is funded by Northern Territory PHN and run by CAAPS Aboriginal Corporation. Strong Steps offers counselling and education to any individual (above 13 years old) and / or family member or friend who is experiencing issues with alcohol or other drugs.

Counselling, Early and brief intervention, Assessment and Screening, Information and education.

Diverse and experienced staff are able to provide information to anyone affected by methamphetamine, alcohol or other drugs. You can drop in or make an appointment to see us in a child friendly, comfortable and confidential environment in Coolalinga.  We also offer phone counselling.