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Access Point stimulant treatment centres/
Access Point is a government funded not-for-profit health service for people who use stimulant type drugs such as speed, ice and coke.
Why is treatment so important?
The rate of stimulant use in Australia is among the highest in the world, yet relatively few people access treatment. Research has shown that even brief treatment is effective.
The Access Point treatment centres are unique in Melbourne in that they offer treatment that is specifically tailored for stimulant users.
What do the Access Point centres offer?
The main purpose of the Access Point centres is to increase access to information, education and treatment for stimulant users. The centres include:
- Information about amphetamines and other drugs
- Education and harm reduction advice
- Assessment
- Withdrawal support
- Individual counselling
- Medical treatment for dependence
- Mental health intervention
- Group support
- Referral to other health services
Read about what stimulant users wanted from treatment.
What should you expect from treatment?
When you call or visit an Access Point treatment centre, our specialist nurse will ask you a number of questions to determine how we can best assist you. The type of treatment you receive at Access Point may include referral to our:
- Addiction Medicine Specialist for medical treatment
- Psychiatrist for mental health treatment
- Counsellor/Psychologist for individual counselling
- SMART recovery group
External referral options will also be dicusssed with you if required.
When you come in for your first session you will be asked more in-depth questions about your background and your current issues.
Our specialist team will coordinate your care and provide support from your first contact with our centres, until your treatment is completed. You will be fully involved in planning your treatment.
About the team
The Access Point treatment centres in St Kilda and Fitzroy are staffed by a specialist multidisciplinary team who all have expertise in working with stimulant users, including:
- Nurses
- Psychologists
- Counsellors
- Addiction Medicine Specialists
- Psychiatrists
How to access the centres
Access Point Fitzroy
Telephone: 1800 757 717
54-62 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy 3065
Access Point St Kilda
Telephone: 03 9534 0981
18 Mitford Street, St Kilda 3182
An initial assessment may be conducted over the telephone and an appointment will be made.
Access Point website: www.accesspoint.org.au
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