Program · Day Program
Newcastle Day Program
Community day program supporting clients seeking treatment, including those on opioid substitution treatment.
About this program
Community day program supporting clients seeking treatment, including those on opioid substitution treatment. Treatment is planned around your goals while you remain connected to home and community.
Who it’s for
People who need structured treatment while living at home. The assessment team can help confirm whether this service is the right fit.
What to expect
A practical weekly schedule of groups, counselling, recovery planning, health education and connections to other supports.
Preparing for admission
Bring details of medication, health needs and current supports. The assessment team will explain attendance, timing and anything else to bring.
The program
Getting started
Assessment, goals and a practical treatment plan
Core program
Structured groups, counselling and recovery skills
Next steps
Linking with continuing care and community support
What you’ll do
- Alcohol and other drug education and relapse prevention
- Health support and education
- Social, living and communication skills
- Wellness activities and emotional regulation
- Harm reduction, including infectious-disease education
- Skills-based education and recovery planning
Before you apply
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Discuss withdrawal or detox needs with staff
- Tell staff about medical, mental-health and medication needs
- Discuss court, legal, housing and family commitments during assessment
Programs
If Newcastle Day Program isn’t the right fit
