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A program to help get you re-settled in the community
We developed Carinya, our Transitional Living Program, to help make that transition after residential treatment smoother.
As well as supporting our residents from our services like Watershed residential rehabilitation, we will also consider community referrals on a case-by-case basis, depending on bed availability and recent completion of a rehabilitation program.
How can Carinya help?
Carinya is a medium to long term transition (3 to 12 month) program which aims to provide a safe, substance free and supportive environment where clients can continue to work on their recovery as well as preparing themselves to re-enter their community in a positive way.
Carinya provides an opportunity to transition from a fully structured rehabilitation program to a semi-structured program that allows residents to create and develop positive associations whilst taking responsibility for the choices they make.
Individualised treatment planning is critical, so every client is assigned a primary caseworker on intake. This ensures you’ll receive valuable one-on-one support. Your treatment plan will then be constantly monitored and adjusted as required to meet your unique needs.
The program is designed for those who are currently in a residential rehabilitation program and would like further assistance after completing treatment. Clients must be willing to engage fully in the program and be motivated to continue their recovery. Our team will support clients to develop the strength and courage they need to transition into their community in a healthy way.
Admissions
If you are interested in continuing your recovery in a safe, supportive environment, contact our team on 1300 727 957 to arrange an assessment or get more information.
Our highly experienced staff will carry out a general assessment and provide the appropriate advice (and referral if necessary).
Everyone who is looking to enter Carinya must have already completed a residential rehabilitation program, and be able to transition directly from that program.
Is there a cost?
Clients pay a $700 deposit and then $250 per week in program fees. Fees can be paid directly or taken as a percentage of your Centrelink benefit.
Ongoing treatment
After your stay at Carinya, you may like to try our Watershed Day Program which is designed to help continue your successful progression to independent living. The program has an educational and living skills focus that can assist those in the community that are unable to commit to a residential program.
Individual therapy
We work closely with each client to assess and identify the varying factors that will help create their own personalised treatment program. We prioritise personalised rehabilitation based on your unique needs.
Our program employs a unique range of evidence-based therapies, including individual therapy: a personal, one-on-one therapy between a client and the staff at Carinya.
Case management
We also undertake an assessment of your individual needs and develop a personal care plan that focuses on treatment, advocacy and referral to other services. At Carinya we understand that an important part of recovery and becoming functional members of society is building social networks and obtaining the skills to function better both physically and psychologically. Further education and employment (paid or volunteer) as well as having safe accommodation play a big role in this. Our team assists clients to develop a reliable and safe discharge plan, which may include help with entering further study or training, or the workforce.
Further information
Call our Contact Team on 1300 727 957 for more information on Carinya, or for information on our other programs visit our FAQs page.
