SERVICES

SMLC is not a clinical service, however we liaise with local, state, and national clinical and non-clinical services and organisations that offer counselling and treatment, education, research, and training and education for alcohol and other drugs.  On this page you will find a range of services to assist individuals, families, employers, and community groups.

Limestone Coast Region Services

Please note: response times may vary

  • DASSA

    Telephone assessments and outpatient counselling. Self-referrals can be made or a referral from a GP.

    Phone: (08) 87211 507

  • Pangula Mannamurna

    Pangula Mannamurna is located in Mount Gambier and provides a safe, secure and accessible health service to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. They also provide outreach and child and family health services across the Limestone Coast.

    Phone: (08) 8724 7270

  • Uniting Communities

    A range of services available to suit individuals and families.

    Home detox and day program  

    • In-home detox program in your own home between 5 days and 2 weeks. 
    • You will receive medical and therapeutic support.
    • Continuum of Care day program – Individual and group counselling options.

    Counselling

    Counselling is an important part of all of our programs. 

    Even if you’re not part of one of our rehabilitation programs, you can attend counselling. You can come to counselling sessions on your own or join a group. These can help you to understand and change your use of alcohol and other drugs.

    Our New ROADS counsellors will provide practical support and advice on changing your use of alcohol or other drug

    New Roads Residential rehabilitation –

    • residents aged 21 and over live in shared houses in the community and have access to a full therapeutic program including living skills and counselling.
    • The service is based on a five-month stay but is flexible. 
    • There is no wait list or a need to phone in. If the residential program is full, we can offer group support and counselling until a place becomes available.

    intensive 24/7 residential rehabilitation service – Hope’s House

    Hope's House offers clients to be supported by staff, in person 24/7, including being accompanied on any tasks/outings.  The six beds in this program will be utilized primarily for clients who require a higher level of support and/or are earlier in their recovery journey and is based on an approximate 3-month stay, dependent on client progression through the program phases. 

    We offer this program as a 24/7 intensive residential service because we believe that providing a high level of support in a controlled environment promotes:

    • Higher levels of accountability during early recovery 
    • A highly structured and engaging routine to support lifestyle change
    • Access to timely practical support including support addressing MH comorbidities
    • Safe and timely support through lapses and/or other behaviours
    • Learning and improvement in client’s literacy around aspects of addiction and general health

    In addition, for clients who are eligible for low level detox, we offer an in-house withdrawal service, supported by our New ROADS registered nurse and in conjunction with the clients GP.

    Office: 11 Wehl St South Mount Gambier
    Phone: (08) 8725 1616
    Email: NewRoadsMountGambier@unitingcommunities.org

Services

  • Alcohol and Drug Foundation

    The ADF is Australia’s leading organisation committed to preventing and minimising the harm caused by alcohol and other drugs. The organisation reaches millions of Australians in their communities through sporting clubs and workplaces, by supporting and informing drug and alcohol prevention programs, and through the provision of educational information. The ADF website offers comprehensive information and resources on AOD use, relapse, overdose, withdrawal and support mechanisms.

    Phone: 1300 85 85 84

    adf.org.au/covid-19/

  • Alcohol and Drug Information Service (ADIS)  

    ADIS is a confidential telephone counselling, information and referral service for the general public and health professionals, run by Drug and Alcohol Services South Australia.

    ADIS is staffed by trained professionals with experience in the alcohol and other drug field

    Ph: 1300 13 1340

  • Needle and Syringe Program

    Hepatitis SA operates 4 Needle and Syringe Program (NSP) sites at Hackney, Noarlunga Health Precinct, Port Adelaide and Elizabeth. There is a 24 hour syringe vending machine at our Hackney site. Our NSP Peer workers have expert knowledge around injecting drug use and also have up-to-date knowledge on hepatitis B, hepatitis C and other blood borne viruses.

    Ph: (08) 8362 8443

    hepatitissa.asn.au/services

  • Counselling Online

    The Counselling Online service allows you to communicate with a professional counsellor about an alcohol or drug related concern using text interaction. This service is free for anyone seeking help with their own drug use or the drug use of a family member, relative, or friend.

    The service is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week across Australia.

    counsellingonline.org.au

  • Cracks in The Ice

    Cracks in The Ice provides a comprehensive range of resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people looking to support those dealing with and reduce their own crystal methamphetamine (ice) use.

    cracksintheice.org.au

  • Family Drug Support

    The Family Drug Support website is designed to provide support for families and friends of people using drugs and alcohol to help them become more resilient and better able to cope on their journey with the user.

    Phone: 1300 368 186

    fds.org.au/

  • Know your options

    There is a range of free services available in South Australia for people who experience problems with alcohol and other drugs, catering for differing needs and treatment preferences.

    knowyouroptions.sa.gov.au

Youth Services

  • Headspace

    With a focus on early intervention, Headspace works with young people aged 12-25 year olds to provide support at a crucial time in their lives - to help get them back on track and strengthen their ability to manage their mental health in the future. Headspace centres act as a one-stop-shop for young people who need help with mental health, alcohol and other drugs and physical and sexual health.

    Phone: Mount Gambier (08) 8725 0443

    headspace.org.au

  • Kids Helpline

    Kids Helpline telephone, web and email counselling is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week to children and young people of Australia aged between 5-25 years of age.

    Phone: 1800 55 1800

    kidshelpline.com.au

  • Reach Out

    Reach Out is Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people and their parents. The website offers practical support, tools and tips to help young people get through anything from everyday issues to tough times - and also offers parents information to make it easier for them to help their teenagers.

    au.reachout.com

Mental Health Support

  • Beyond Blue

    Beyond Blue provides information and support through online forums and hotlines, to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health. Visit the Beyond Blue website at beyondblue.org.au

    Phone 1300 22 4636

     

  • Black Dog Institute

    Providing Mental health resources and support tools, supporting youth and adults with support groups, personal stories and educational information on how to manage anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns.

    www.blackdoginstitute.org.au

  • Focus One Health

    Working in partnership with a broad range of organisations and service providers to deliver integrated and coordinated health services to the community (including General Practice, medical specialists, allied health services, and state government health services). An integrated approach is taken to support individuals in prioritising their health and wellbeing.

    focusonehealth.com.au

  • Sane

    Sane has a helpline and website that provides information and support for mental health issues.  Phone, webchat and email for all ages.

    Phone: 1800 18 7263

    sane.org