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
All of our sites are now open with measures in place to keep you, your whānau and our staff safe from COVID-19
For information about these measures and how our services are currently operating click on the link below
We look forward to seeing you
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.
Drug checking is a free and confidential service that checks the safety of drugs. If you can't make it to a clinic, you can use reagent tests to check your drugs at home. For more information go to Drug checking clinics - The Level
CADS offer a range of options for families whanau and friends of people affected by alcohol and other drug use. One of our options is groups specifically for family where you can share and learn with others about dependency, substances, boundaries and develop useful coping strategies.
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.
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.