Mental Health & Addiction Services

Alcohol & Drugs: Youth

We offer a community and school based AOD service for Youth aged between 12 – 19 years. We use a holistic approach in finding out what issues may be causing the young person to use drugs and/or alcohol.

We work one on one with young people, where they feel more comfortable and support is tailored to their needs. The service is led by the young person, where they are able to set their own goals regarding their use (harm reduction, change, abstinence).

Even if they do not make the original referral, your family GP will be kept informed and involved as the primary medical caregiver.

Referrals

Anyone can make a referral, including the young person or their whānau. We get most of our referrals from GP’s, family, friends, medical specialists, school guidance counsellors, Police Youth Aid, school and education services, the Children & Young Persons & Their Families Agency or community groups.

Eligibility

This service is available for youth aged between 12 and 19 years of age

Coverage Area

Our Alcohol & Drugs Youth Support Service covers the Western Bay of Plenty region

Cost

This service is free of charge for all eligible persons.

ADDRESS

10 Tebbs Lane
Courtney Rd, Gate Pa
Tauranga

CONTACT

Phone: 07 577 4911

AFTER HOURS

0800 800 508

After hours, weekends and public holidays emergency calls need to go to the Crisis Assessment & Treatment Service.

Reach out

If you or a family member are in need of aid for any mental health issues, from depression to addiction, please contact us for support and advice.  We have a lot of services that can help.