By Sahar Foladi
A drug and alcohol support program, Path2Home, is to launch in Cranbourne West on Monday 7 August for the community.
Nas Recovery Centre, a community based alcohol and other drugs (AOD) and mental health treatment in Greater Melbourne has brought the Path2Home project to Cranbourne, specifically targeting the African communities.
The eight week program, Path2Home is targeted to support the vulnerable population, African youth from 15 years of age and up along with their families.
Managing director, Nyachan Byak said they’re excited to accommodate the community at this launch.
“We would be honoured to have locals join this significant day and be part of a noble cause.
The launch will provide everyone the opportunity to network with our partners, clients and community members.”
Participants of the program are able to attend three days a week to participate in group therapies as well as individual support.
“We provide comprehensive assessment and intake services, education, information and advocacy to consumers of substance use disorder and associated mental health challenges.”
The program also delivers social events for clients to re-integrate with the community in healthy ways.
Path2Home will be launched with the help of Department of Justice and Community Safety to provide tailored rehab program, necessary resources and therapeutic guidance to the youth struggling with alcohol and other drugs (AOD)related issues.
“We are dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space where individuals can overcome substance disorders and mental health challenges,” Ms Nyak said.
“Our treatment services are culturally sensitive, community-based and are targeted to improve outcomes, reduce offending rates and foster the overall well-being of African communities.”
The program will help individuals to regain stability and security in their lives to level out the current situation in the African communities.
NAS also offer family support, case management, drugs and alcohol intensive day programs, counselling, road safety behaviour change and much more.
