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OUTREACH

(Prevention & Awareness)

Nishtara offers a number of training and awareness services,

designed not only to raise awareness surrounding the dangers

and consequences of abusing substances but also to enable managers and peers to recognise and deal with persons affected

by substance abuse / behavioural addiction problems.

 

 

Training and employee awareness services

Training on substance use disorders and employee awareness services:

  • Substance related workplace services such as substance abuse awareness for staff, and attendance of wellness days.

  • Drug testing on - and off-site.

  • Drug testing disputes – confirmatory drug testing services.

  • Pre- admission assessments.

  • Empowerment services for significant others, educators, service providers in the field of social services and churches.

  • Development of workplace substance use policies and procedures.

  • Consultancy services for prospective service providers in the field of addiction in Africa.

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REHABILITATION

(In-Patient Treatment)

Evidence based treatment programmes are offered by a skilled multi-disciplinary professional team. Programmes are holistic and address the physical, emotional, social and spiritual dimensions of the service user within an integrated approach, informed by local and international evidence-based practises and research within the field of addiction.

​Each service user is treated as a worthy individual and interventions are needs based designed to provide service users with the tools

and strategies to gain sobriety and a healthy lifestyle. ​

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  • Specialised medical assistance during the detoxification process

  • 24 Hour medical care, seven days per week

  • Lectures by medical staff on healthy living

  • Psycho – social group and individual therapy

  • Joint sessions with significant others

  • Pastoral counselling

  • Life skills training

  • Relapse prevention

  • Relaxation therapy

  • After care support

  • Recreational activities

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