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.
Please note: response times may vary
Telephone assessments and outpatient counselling. Self-referrals can be made or a referral from a GP.
Phone: (08) 87211 507
Providing telephone AOD assessment and counselling for people who wish to discuss theirs or someone else’s use.
People can self-refer and there is no waiting list.
Phone: 8193 9400 or 0447 490 572
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
A range of services available to suit individuals and families.
Home detox and day program
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 –
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:
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
Hello Sunday Morning delivers campaigns to reduce stigma around alcohol and encourages people to consider their relationship with alcohol and is one of the largest online movements for alcohol behaviour change in the world.
The Daybreak App: https://hellosundaymorning.org/daybreak/
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.
Call the Australian Government’s National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline for free and confidential advice about alcohol and other drugs.
Phone: 1800 250 015
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
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
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.
YSAS have developed a handy online tool for individuals to work out where they’re at with AOD use with personalised feedback and outcomes at the end.
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
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.
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.
Assistance to increase the understanding and awareness of mental health issues, supporting children and young people (and their families) to improve their mental health, resilience and confidence.
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