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 counseling plan and set achievable goals in relation to your AOD use. "

1. Individual Case Management:
Person-centered Case plans in full consultation with you that encompasses emotional, social, and practical support for you.
Offering one-on-one sessions to address personal challenges, goals, and growth areas.
Risk assessments and safety planning.
2. Counseling Services
Access to experienced AOD counsellors to provide you with counseling and support in your AOD journey.
3. Therapeutic Services:
Providing access to culturally sensitive therapeutic interventions.
4. Legal and Advocacy Support:
Assisting in navigating through the legal system, particularly in family violence and AOD matters.
5. Physical Assistance:
Providing emergency assistance and coordinating with other services as needed.
6. Community Engagement:
Promoting active participation in community development and activities.
7. Family Reintegration Support:
Assisting in rebuilding connections
Offering ongoing support to ensure sustainable, positive changes in familial relationships.
8. Referral and Collaboration:
Collaborating with other service providers to ensure comprehensive, multifaceted support.
Facilitating referrals to specialized 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
2. Peer-to-Peer Relationship
3. Inherent Cultural Integration

hOW TO get access?

Make Enquiry

Seeking assistance and guidance for a family violence situation that requires support and intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of all parties involved.

Intake Assessment

The intake assessment is a thorough process of gathering information about an individual or family experiencing family violence, to understand their needs, determine appropriate services, and develop a personalized support plan.

Receive Service

Receiving services from a family violence agency involves accessing comprehensive support, including counseling, safety planning, legal assistance, and resources tailored to address the effects of family violence, promoting safety, healing, and empowerment.

What Our Clients Say About BWAHS?

This is the feedback that some of our clients have given us about working with the Alcohols and Other Drugs Team.

My AOD worker has helped me so much in various ways, linked me into Men’s Groups, put things in place when I put my family in danger and helped me to sort out the mess I caused, helped me to put my drug use into perspective.

client engaged with AOD worker

Lou helped me to break bad habits and was so helpful in supporting me to deal with my mental and physical health. They got me out of the house and got me talking about issues that needed to be dealt with.

Understanding People and Their Needs Contributes to Peoples Healing Journey

The team at BWAHS provided the kind of help that I didn’t think was possible. They didn’t just support me—they helped me change my life for the better. I’m so grateful for their dedication and care.

Support That Truly Makes a Difference

My AOD worker has been incredible. They guided me through my struggles and helped me see things clearly when everything felt chaotic. Thanks to them, I’ve made real progress in getting my life back on track.

Finding Clarity in a Difficult Time