This area contains guides, fact sheets, and tools that can assist in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Brother to Brother
The Brother to Brother crisis line provides phone...
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Information and Support Pack for Aboriginal Parents and Families
This booklet was developed and produced by the Parent Drug Information Service in Western Australia to help, support and educate parents and family members concerned with a loved one’s substance use.
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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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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Stages of Change Story (2000)
This version of the Stage of Change model takes a...
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Significant Dates Poster
A poster created by Reconciliation NSW listing important dates.
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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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IRIS Body Cards (2011)
The body cards are visual prompts to help support...
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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.