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When you're ready!

When you're ready to talk about your alcohol and other drug use, or you're concerned about someone else, CADS is here to help

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"I was terrified at coming into detox but will leave feeling supported and stronger. Thank you for everything"

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"Sometimes it can be hard to stay positive that change will happen"

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"I am so happy I came to know you and the rest of the team. I feel I am not lonely anymore, someone out there exists who cares about my wellbeing which means a lot to me at this moment"

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"I do not feel I would have achieved anything in my life without methadone treatment. Even though problems arise in normal daily life, I manage 95% of the time. I’m proud to be alive at my age"

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"I have learned useful skills like setting boundaries, self-care and acceptance to cope with family members' behaviour and have now gained my own sense of identity"

COVID-19 and CADS

CADS is now at Alert Level 1. For information about how our services are operating click on the link below

 

 

 

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When you're ready

With our support you can develop a plan. This plan may include attending a group, counselling, reading some information or accessing one of our specialist services. In short we can help you make the changes you want to make.

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Concerned about someone?

If you are worried about someone else’s alcohol or drug use we offer special groups and information evenings as well as individual counselling. Share and learn with others about dependency, substances, boundaries and useful coping strategies.

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Cultural services

Te Atea Marino (Maori service) and Tupu (Pacific service) and the Asian service offer culturally appropriate counselling, groups, support and consultation options. Translators are available on request.

Alcohol Drug Helpline

The alcohol drug telephone helpline is only a call away. Call 0800 787 797 or text 8681 to speak with a trained counsellor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. All calls are free and confidential.