Alcohol & Other Drugs (A&OD) | South Canterbury

Kensington Centre, Corner High and Queen Streets, Timaru

Contact Details

Phone 022 000 7628
Fax (03) 687 2177
Email krecept2@scdhb.health.nz

Street Address

Corner of High Street and Queen Street
Timaru

Description

Specialist service providing assessment and treatment for those experiencing a moderate to severe addiction, including an Opiod Recovery programme.

Fees and Charges Categorisation

Free

Hours

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Crisis assistance is provided outside these hours by the Crisis Team. Call 0800 277 997.

Youth Addictions:  8.30am - 5.00pm Mon-Fri.

Public Holidays: Closed Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (3 Apr), Easter Sunday (5 Apr), Easter Monday (6 Apr), ANZAC Day (observed) (27 Apr), King's Birthday (1 Jun), Matariki (10 Jul), Labour Day (26 Oct).
Christmas: Open 22 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 28 Dec. Open 29 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 4 Jan. Open 5 Jan — 9 Jan.

Languages Spoken

English, Māori

Programmes

Alcohol & Other Drugs

The team of addiction specialists provides case management including comprehensive assessment and treatment for those experiencing a moderate to severe addiction. They also provide education on the effects and risks of addictive substances, and referral to regional community services. Treatment packages may include referral to residential or de-toxification services. Comprehensive assessments are completed prior to formulating all treatment plans. The team also includes Peer Support Specialists.

Programme Areas

Alcohol or drug addiction, Detox and rehabilitation

Programme Type

Alcohol or drug counselling and support, Opioid substitution treatment, Peer support (alcohol or drug), Social detox

Regions

South Canterbury

Age Groups

Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

Individuals can self-refer by calling 022 000 7628. Alternatively, referrals can come via GP or other local mental health or community organisations. Referrals are also received from the Probation Service. 

  • Phone:  022 000 7628 or Email 
  • Work hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
  • After hours: Crisis Team 0800 277 997
  • Located at Kensington Centre, 7 Queen Street, Parkside Timaru
Description

The team of addiction specialists provides case management including comprehensive assessment and treatment for those experiencing a moderate to severe addiction. They also provide education on the effects and risks of addictive substances, and referral to regional community services.

Treatment packages may include referral to residential or de-toxification services. Comprehensive assessments are completed prior to formulating all treatment plans. The team also includes Peer Support Specialists.

Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury Opioid Recovery Service

South Canterbury Opioid Recovery Service provides methadone or alternatively buprenorphine as treatments for people with an opiate addiction. Ongoing care includes psychiatric assessment, medical assessment from a GP, case management with a registered nurse, peer support workers and community support services.

Programme Areas

Alcohol or drug addiction, Detox and rehabilitation

Programme Type

Opioid substitution treatment

Regions

South Canterbury

Age Groups

Adult / Pakeke

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

Individuals can self-refer by calling 022 000 7628. Alternatively, referrals can come via GP or other local mental health or community organisation.

  • Phone:  022 000 7628 or Email
  • Work hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
  • After hours: Crisis Team 0800 277 997
  • Located at Kensington Centre, 7 Queen Street, Parkside Timaru
Description

South Canterbury Opioid Recovery Service provides methadone or alternatively buprenorphine as treatments for people with an opiate addiction. Ongoing care includes psychiatric assessment, medical assessment from a GP, case management with a registered nurse, peer support workers and community support services.

Co-Existing Problems Programme

In accordance with the nationwide focus on the Co-Existing Problems Programme, everyone seen by the A&OD service is also assessed for any potential mental health issues alongside their addictions. This ensures that all challenges to their recovery journey are acknowledged and steps taken to address them.

Programme Areas

Alcohol or drug addiction

Programme Type

Alcohol or drug counselling and support

Regions

South Canterbury

Age Groups

Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke

Referral Types

Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services

Referral Process

Individuals can self-refer by calling 0800 277 997. Alternatively, referrals can come via GP or other local mental health or community organisation.

Description

In accordance with the nationwide focus on the Co-Existing Problems Programme, everyone seen by the A&OD service is also assessed for any potential mental health issues alongside their addictions. This ensures that all challenges to their recovery journey are acknowledged and steps taken to address them.

Disability Assistance

Wheelchair access, Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, Assistance to move around, More space to move around

Additional Details

Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine, Child / Tamariki friendly, LGBTQIA+ friendly


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