"We provide a youth-friendly alcohol and drug information, advocacy, education and support service for young people (10-24 years of age). We also provide alcohol and drug awareness programmes depending upon the needs of our clients."
This service is based upon an early intervention and prevention approach. Colin is also our Youth Worker and he will: -
Focus on your strengths
Help you establish and develop positive relationships with role models/mentors and significant others in your life
Focus on the issues that relate to your alcohol and other drug use
Assist in the development of practical alternatives ways of coping with stress situations
Actively teach and reward new behaviours and encourage new ways of thinking
Encourage you to let others work alongside you during tough stuff e.g. family/whanau, friends and relevant support agencies
