DRUG & ALCOHOL YOUTH SUPPORT SERVICE (DAYSS)
Funded by NSW Health, DAYSS is a voluntary, free and confidential drug and alcohol service on the Northern Beaches and the Lower North Shore for people aged 12 – 24 years old. We support young people who are affected by their own substance use or by others that are close to them such as family or friends. We cover all things alcohol and other drug related (AOD) with free one-on-one confidential case management, one off educational presentations in schools and community organisations, and group programs for a more focused approach.
We work within a harm minimisation framework using evidence-based interventions and education focusing on young peoples goals and strengths to empower them and bring about positive change. Our service is open Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Topics covered in our age appropriate presentations include:
- Vaping
- Smoking
- Identifying drugs
- Effects of alcohol and drugs on the body
- Where to find help
- Safe partying
- Prepping for schoolies week … and much more.
For more information:
P: 1800 324 924
E: info@catholiccaredbb.org.au
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Life Ready Program
Group size: Up to 30 young people
Duration: 1 hour
Location: School or community setting
Cost: Free
This program is an early intervention drug and alcohol presentation. We provide an interactive, educational experience in line with the NSW Department of Education’s Life Ready Program guidelines. Topics include:
- Risks and effects of common drugs
- When and where to find support
- Responsible behaviours
- Planning to reduce harm
- Regulations … and more.
C.A.V.E Program
Group size: Up to 10 young people
Duration: 5 x 1 hour sessions
Location: School or community setting
Cost: Free
C.A.V.E is our early intervention drug and alcohol safety group program. The acronym represents the four most common substances youth use on the Northern Beaches and Lower North Shore:
- Cannabis
- Alcohol
- Vapes
- Ecstasy
The program focuses on risks, effects and harm reduction methods for these commonly used drugs.
D.R.I.P Program
Group size: Up to 30 young people
Duration: 1 hour
Location: School or community setting
Cost: Free
Our D.R.I.P (Drug Risk Information Program) program educates young people aged 12 – 24 years about alcohol and drug use plus safety and harm reduction methods. This early intervention program is helpful for groups of young people including those already using lightly or moderately. Topics includes:
- Drink spiking
- Safe sex
- Drunk driving
- What to do if your friend is unconscious … and more.
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