Participants will be able to identify the most common drugs and substances encountered in the community/workplace and how they impact the individual. Gaining an understanding of the reasons why individuals may turn to substances, participants will learn strategies to communicate effectively with individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The concept of Harm Reduction/Minimisation
Did you know? An estimated 335,000 people in Australia are living with hepatitis B or hepatitis C. More than 70% of people living with chronic hepatitis B are not receiving care. 1 in 5 people living with chronic hepatitis C have not been diagnosed and are unaware of their infection. Liver cancer is the
The Monash Addiction Research Centre is hosting a webinar on Tuesday, 6 December titled Drug checking services in Australia: Reflections on rapidly evolving practices A panel of experts will discuss the past, present and future of drug checking, monitoring and early warning systems. They will explore recent examples of drug checking and monitoring in the
The 4-hour course will teach you the skills and knowledge required to safely have a conversation with a suicidal person. You will learn practical skills to improve your confidence to provide mental health first aid to someone who is feeling suicidal.
Increase your confidence and provide advanced intervention for families with alcohol and other drug issues Working with families can be complex and challenging often due to multiple people and perspectives that are sometimes misaligned. This masterclass goes deeper into the Orford stress-strain-information-coping-support model drawing on elements of the Orford and Velleman 5-step model. Learn key
Is someone you care about using alcohol and/or drugs? We know how difficult this is. Addiction is a complex issue that affects individuals, their families and the wider community. Families can become disconnected, our relationships suffer and we can feel isolated and helpless. InFocus is an education program developed by Family Drug and Gambling Help
Increase your confidence and provide advanced intervention for families with alcohol and other drug issues Working with families can be complex and challenging often due to multiple people and perspectives that are sometimes misaligned. This masterclass goes deeper into the Orford stress-strain-information-coping-support model drawing on elements of the Orford and Velleman 5-step model. Learn key
A new trial of a Sobering Up Service (SUS) in Yarra is already showing results, supporting people in Yarra to get safely home or to another safe place to sober up, and reducing the need for unnecessary police or ambulance call-outs. On Thursday the 8th of December from 2pm at Bargoonga Nganjin Community Hub (North