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
We can help you develop a plan to make positive change. This might include attending a group, counselling, reading some material, or accessing one of our specialist services. We are here to help you make the changes you want.
We welcome families whanau and friends of people affected by alcohol and other drug use. We offer groups specifically for family where you can be with others to share and learn about dependency, substances, boundaries and develop useful coping strategies.
Te Atea Marino (Maori service) and Tupu (Pacific service) offer culturally appropriate counselling, groups, support and consultation options. CADS has an Asian focus with a number of staff fluent in the major languages. Translators are available on request.
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.
Staying informed and checking the safety of drugs helps reduce potential harm. For more information go to highalert.org.nzand Drug checking clinics - The Level