HOT
DISC provides what is known as wrap-around support to problematic drug users. The project supports those people who want to stop, reduce or control their level of drug use. The team help to address psycho-social issues which could impact upon drug-taking and lifestyles. This may include issues around housing, employment, training, education, self-esteem, confidence, social skills and health. The DISC team provide structured programmes of support which include:-
- One to one keyworking
- Relapse prevention
- Structured activities programme
- Harm reduction
- Complimentary therapies
- Art group
- Stimulant work
- Support and encouragement to access community facilities is prominent within our work to promote community re-integration.
- Service users are at the heart of our work within DISC, and we adopt a client centred attitude.
- There is an open referral system.
- The staff are innovative and proactive in their approach and working styles.
- The project works in partnership with other key agencies under one roof within a multi-agency setting.
- Attend their comprehensive assessment.
- Attend their pharmacy to collect prescribed medication.
- Attend their clinic appointments.
- With a view to minimising harm by encouraging and ensuring their timely return into treatment services.
Outreach within community settings, visiting service users within their own homes, and within the community drug centre.
Referral Criteria
Individuals whose drug use is problematic and who wish to make positive changes with regard to their lifestyle and live in Hartlepool district.
Contact
Hartlepool Community Drug Centre 17, Whitby Street, Hartlepool TS24 7AB
Tel: 01429 - 852 832
Fax: 01429 - 890 346
e: hot@disc-vol.org.uk