Alcohol and Other Drugs Service - Cairns
Also known as AODS
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Alcohol and Drug
Provides comprehensive assessments for substance use, brief intervention, treatment planning, care management, counselling, group therapies and education, referral to residential services if required.
General AOD Services, Qld Opioid Treatment Program and Primary Needle Syringe Program.
Contact Details
8 Aplin Street, , Cairns, QLD 4870
PO Box 1336, Cairns, QLD 4870
Monday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Call for further information. Hours of operation maybe subject to change.
Eligibility
No referral required.
No appointment required.
No waiting list.
Please see 'Notes' section below
Any person, health professional or organisation can refer someone currently experiencing problematic substance use for treatment.
Referrals can be made via phone, email or by presenting to the service.
Wait lists can sometimes apply.
Charges and Fees
Government
No Charges
All persons with a valid medicare card receive services free of charge.
Accessibility and Special Requirements
- Accessible building
- Accessible toilets
Female and male staff available
Indigenous staff available to assist.
Access to Interpreter service