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Why less people are accessing professional support for addictions during COVID-19

Why less people are accessing professional support for addictions during COVID-19

Update: 2020-04-21
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For some social and community services the demand for support has gone up during during COVID-19, however two local services say they've seen a drop in referrals or enquires from people with addictions. So what's going on? And how can we help? Stephen Hill from City Mission and Hilary Ivery from Relationships Australia talk about what they've seen, what their clients tell them and have some really practical things we can all do (or just think about) right now.

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are waiving its usual client fees for the next three months.Relationships Australia Tasmania
You can call on 1300 364 277 or send an email to admin@reltas.com.au
https://www.tas.relationships.org.au

You can check out all the support services at at www.citymission.org.auor call on 6335 3000 or contact Missiondale directly on 6391 8013 or email missiondale@citymission.org.auCity Mission

is a one-stop shop for ALL your housing and support needs. One assessment for everything from emergency accommodation to a long-term home. You can call on 1800 800 588Housing Connect

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Why less people are accessing professional support for addictions during COVID-19

Why less people are accessing professional support for addictions during COVID-19