This area contains guides, fact sheets, and tools that can assist in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stages of Change Story (2000)
This version of the Stage of Change model takes a...
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AOD Knowledge Centre
The Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet Alcohol and other Drugs Knowledge Centre is a national website that provides relevant and culturally appropriate resources and information.
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WellMob
WellMob brings together online resources made by and for our mob. It contains websites, apps, podcasts, videos, social media, and online counselling all with a focus on social and emotional wellbeing.
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13YARN telephone support line website
13YARN is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 24/7 crisis support supported by Lifeline, developed with Gayaa Dhuwi (Proud Spirit) Australia & run by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Breakthrough Our Way
Breakthrough Our Way provides voluntary information sessions for families, significant others and the broader community whose lives are affected by ice and other drugs.
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Stay Strong Care Plan
The Digital Stay Strong plan is a holistic, strengths based and person-centred approach to having a yarn about wellbeing.
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IRIS Body Cards (2011)
The body cards are visual prompts to help support...
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Alcohol and Drug Foundation - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resources
A suite of alcohol and other drug (AOD) resources to assist stakeholders working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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Meth Check: 'Ways to Stay Safe’ (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Version) (2016)
An 8-page harm reduction booklet containing basic information and practical harm reduction advice for people who are currently using methamphetamine, as well as tips for cutting back and quitting.
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Communicating Effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People (2015)
A 2-page factsheet outlining key tips for communicating effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and clients.
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Glossary of Healing Terms Poster
A glossary of terms designed to assist workers understand the meaning of healing in the Aboriginal and Torres Islander culture.
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A Brief Guide: Digital mental health resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
This brochure provides information about digital mental health resources available for people in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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Significant Dates
A list of culturally important dates that celebrate or recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Cards
Cards developed by Evolve Therapeutic Services to assist non-indigenous workers to have more meaningful conversations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Social and Emotional Wellbeing Cards Guide
Guide to the cards developed by Evolve Therapeutic Services to assist non-indigenous workers to have more meaningful conversations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families.
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Dovetail Good Practice Guide 4: Learning From Each Other - Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Young People (2014)
This guide is designed to support workers and agencies working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people who use alcohol and other drugs.
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Alcohol and other drugs treatment guidelines for working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people – in a non-Aboriginal setting (2019)
These guidelines have been developed to support non-Aboriginal service providers in the AOD sector working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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Review of alcohol and drug treatment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (2023)
An overview of treatments for problem alcohol and other drug (AOD) use for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.