Alcohol and Other Drugs Treatment and Withdrawal Services

Shanty Creek is a residential community where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women, aged 18 years and over, can find solutions to their drug and alcohol problems. Providing a safe and supportive environment, our expert team works with you to help reach your goals and reduce the harm of drugs or alcohol.

At Shanty Creek you will have the opportunity to learn about yourself, understand alcohol or drug misuse and develop new ways to face challenges in life.

Our rehabilitation program guides people along a personal journey that leads to greater wellbeing. Up to 30 residents can live-in and stay at Shanty Creek at a time. The program, which is dedicated to acceptance, compassion, respect and trust, includes:

• cultural support, activities and respect
• medical and psychological assessments
• planning for the future and goal setting
• development of positive thoughts, feelings and behaviours
• group counselling
• case management
• family and relationship building information
• a focus on nutrition, health and exercise
• life skills development
• relapse prevention
• life skills development
• mindfulness
• and recreational outings.