Te Puna Hononga - Waipiro me ērā atu taukino
Alcohol and Other Drug Specialist Services
The service is designed for Māori but not exclusive to. It is for individuals and whānau harmed by alcohol and/or drug use are eligible for comprehensive community or outpatient-based assessment and treatment services.
Ratonga Whāinga - about AOD
This service provides a community or outpatient-based assessment and treatment service. This service includes, but is not limited to:
Screening and brief intervention
Specialist comprehensive assessment
Drug and alcohol treatment, therapy, support and case management (both individual, group and inclusive of whānau)
Integrated care for those experiencing co-existing problems of addiction and mental health
Ongoing monitoring of symptoms and regular review of progress and treatment
Development of cultural links
Working with whānau and offering support and other interventions
Liaison and consultation services to other providers of health services including mental health services and other agencies in contact with people with current or potential substance use problems
Community development services
Referral to other services or agencies where appropriate
Support to enhance recovery and reduce the risk of relapse for example this may include facilitating engagement with a support group
Each service user will be offered interventions that are appropriate according to assessed need in terms of their drug and alcohol use, related problems and readiness for change.
Whakaurunga paearu - how to access
Your primary health care, inpatient, community mental health teams, alcohol and other drug services can refer you to AOD. You can also:
Phone: 0800 ORANGA (672642)
Email: admin@tpo.org.nz
Use our online self-referral form: www.tpo.org.nz/refer-someone
Visit: A Te Piki Oranga health hub in Whakatū / Nelson, Wairau / Marlborough or Motueka.
