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Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Support Services

How We Support Our Community

About the AOD Service?

"BWAHS offers a therapeutic approach to AOD Counselling, which is tailored to the individual. Community Members are supported on a journey of Self-Determination, with someone to walk alongside them. The counselling is trauma informed, culturally sensitive and can address intergenerational trauma, as required. AOD Counselling may also include coordination, education and referrals to detox, rehab and other services. "

What happens?

"Working from a harm minimization philosophy the AOD workers will work with you to build a case plan or counselling plan and set achievable goals in relation to your AOD use. "

  • 1. Individual Case Management:
  • Individual Case plan development will take place with full consultation with you to encompass the emotional, social and practical supports you may require.
  • Offering one-on-one sessions to address personal challenges, goals and growth areas.
  • Risk assessments and safety planning are essential.
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  • 2. Counselling Services
  • Access to experienced AOD counsellors to provide you with counselling and support in your AOD journey.
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  • 3. Therapeutic Services:
  • Providing access to culturally sensitive therapeutic interventions.
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  • 4. Legal and Advocacy Support:
  • Assisting in navigating through the legal system, particularly in family violence and AOD matters.
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  • 5. Physical Assistance:
  • Providing emergency assistance and coordinating with other services as needed.
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  • 6. Community Engagement:
  • Promoting active participation in community development and activities.
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  • 7. Family Reintegration Support:
  • Assisting in rebuilding connections
  • Offering ongoing support to ensure sustainable, positive changes in familial relationships.
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  • 8. Referral and Collaboration:
  • Collaborating with other service providers to ensure comprehensive, multifaceted support.
  • Facilitating referrals to specialised services as per individual needs.

What Choose Our AOD Team

"Our experienced AOD Team will work with you to develop a plan that you are central to in order to assist you with the AOD challenges that you are experiencing."

  • 1. Authentic Cultural Understanding
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  • 2. Peer-to-Peer Relationship
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  • 3. Inherent Cultural Integration
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