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Where Hope Finds Help.
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Where Hope Finds Help.
Referrals now open.
Determined.
TaskForce's purpose:
To provide wraparound support and
compassionate care to vulnerable
youth, adults and their families
in South East Melbourne
A Year In Review
160,000 hours of support provided by 90 staff
Over 7,000 people supported, including almost 2,500 young people
Clinical AOD support for almost 3,500 people
Over 800 workers took part in 57 capacity building workshops
253 learners took part in 20 pre-accredited courses
Over 270 people connected to employment
8 youth hub partner organisations
40 individual programs but 1 wraparound model of care
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Today is International Harm Reduction Day. It’s a day to promote evidence-based public health policy, practice and human rights.
Harm reduction is an important part of what we do. Our Harm Reduction Practitioner works closely with clients across Windana, which includes teaching people how to use Naloxone as a first aid measure for opioid overdose.
This week our Harm Reduction Practitioner got together with fellow practitioners from Star Health and TaskForce to deliver a professional session on ‘G Drugs Harm Reduction’ at Windana.
#IHRD21 #HarmReduction #SaveLives
Sienna came to TaskForce's Living Free Program with multiple and complex needs related an extensive history of family violence, homelessness and substance misuse.
We stepped in when Sienna referred herself to the program, facing charges from drug related and driving offences.
We worked with Sienna, connecting her to local alcohol and drug supports in her area, facilitating entry into a residential rehabilitation centre. We also connected her with our friends at Women and Mentoring - WAM Limited, matching her with one-on-one support.
We maintained regular contact with Sienna to ensure she was well connected with services, and that she had the support she needed to address the barriers facing her.
Months later, Sienna continues to engage with her mentor and receives support from alcohol and other drug services.
Thanks to Sienna’s fantastic work, and with the support of the Living Free Program, she received a good behaviour bond with no conviction at Court and no further penalty. Now she is on her pathway to recovery, and a safer, healthier, happier life.
Lost your licence? We can help! With Behaviour Change programs offered all across Melbourne, we'll help you to safely get back on the road. To find out more go to taskforce.org.au/education/driver-behaviour-change-program/
