Programme Timetable
Early Recovery Group
Thursday mornings: 10:00am – 11:30am
Thursday evenings: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
8 Week Intensive Outpatient Programme
Tuesday & Thursday mornings: 10:00am – 12 noon
Tuesday & Thursday evenings: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Continuing Care Groups
Tuesday Evenings: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Wednesday Mornings: 10:00am – 12 noon
Whānau/Family Programme
Last Thursday of every month: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Programme Organisation
Our programmes cater to those aged 18 and over in the Western Bay of Plenty region who are assessed as dependent on alcohol or drugs.
All our programmes follow a similar format, with an education and discussion session in the first hour designed to enable people to understand the process of addiction and the steps of recovery.
This leads to group therapy, which, in the initial stages, is a chance for people to discuss how early recovery is affecting them. The shared experience of struggles and coping is an important part of the process.
Clinic personnel are available to assist general medical practitioners in supervising home detoxification.
Potential clients/whai ora can contact us for further information or to self-refer. We also welcome enquiries by any agency, service, GP, or counsellor on behalf of clients/whai ora who may identify with alcohol or drug-related problems. Where our services do not suit a client’s needs, we determine appropriate treatment options or other resources and refer them as necessary.
Our Programmes
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT AND INDIVIDUAL TREATEMENT AND RECOVERY PLANS
Hanmer Clinic provides comprehensive assessment and individual treatment and recovery plans to meet ongoing requirements for care. The treatment plans are regularly reviewed to ensure service provision is consistent with and contributes to meeting assessed needs, goals, and aspirations. Whānau are also evaluated for support needs.
EARLY RECOVERY PROGRAMME
Designed to assist with stabilisation and give a support base while clients/whai ora are preparing to enter the Intensive Outpatient Programme (IOP). Early Recovery Group covers ten modules specific to achieving initial abstinence and beginning the recovery journey.
INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAMME (IOP)
The eight-week Intensive Outpatient Programme has sixteen modules on topics helpful for establishing a solid basis for recovery. It is open-ended, meaning a client can join the programme anytime.
IOP is specifically designed for employed people and those with daily commitments who would find it difficult to attend a residential treatment programme and who can achieve stability in their home setting.
CONTINUING CARE PROGRAMME
Addiction is often a chronic and relapsing condition, so the Continuing Care Programme is a vital factor in the long-term success of recovery. Clients/whai ora are encouraged to attend Continuing Care for at least two years or 12-Step meetings. Research shows these offer the best recovery outcomes.
The Continuing Care Programme runs over a two-year cycle. It covers many aspects of achieving and maintaining an ongoing recovery lifestyle.
WHĀNAU/FAMILY GROUP PROGRAMMES
Hanmer Clinic recognises that addiction profoundly affects families and significant others and provides a Whānau/Family Evening held monthly. Family members, especially of clients attending Hanmer Clinic, are welcome to participate in any or all sessions. Please talk to us if you are interested.
WAKAUNUA WHAIHAUORA
Wakaunua Whaihauroa is a programme available to people in transitional and emergency housing. We help clients/whai ora become aware and examine areas of life where positive change can occur - behaviours, attitudes, belief systems, and lifestyle practices.
We look at alcohol and drug consumption and help to reduce or achieve abstinence. We offer whānau engagement and support.
PEER SUPPORT
Our Peer Support Workers walk alongside our clients at Hanmer Clinic. Peer support is a growing part of our service, with a vision of more clients supporting others as they complete their recovery journey.
SPECIALIST PROGRAMMES
Other educational or therapeutic specialist groups are offered as deemed necessary from time to time, such as Seeking Safety for those with post-traumatic stress disorder and addiction. Please talk to us if you are interested.