Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and resources for the ATOD sector
The following links and resources have been collated to assist members and stakeholders in adapting to the changes as a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Thank you to members and stakeholders who have provided information resources, and we encourage you to contact us if you have anything to share with Tasmania’s alcohol, tobacco and other drugs sector.
Tasmanian support services for alcohol, tobacco or other drugs are still available, see the Service Directory for service contact details.
Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Sector COVID-19 Capacity Building Package
The Tasmanian Government (Mental Health Alcohol and other Drug Directorate within the Department of Health) together with Primary Health Tasmania have provided $285,000 to support the alcohol, tobacco and other drug sector during the COVID-19 impact period in 2020.
The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Sector COVID-19 Capacity Building Package will support community sector organisations delivering alcohol, tobacco and other drug programs and services to invest in necessary modifications or initiatives to ensure service continuity during the COVID-19 impact period.
Applications open on Monday, 25 May 2020 and close at 5pm on Friday, 5 June 2020.
ATOD specific resources
Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA)
Drug Education Network
SMART Recovery Australia
- Online SMART Recovery meetings
- Advice for the SMART Recovery Australia Community
- SMART Worksheets – AOD tools for working with direct clients
The Drug and Alcohol Clinical Advisory Service
Insight
COVID-19 Technology Fund
- The Community Managed Mental Health and Alcohol and Drug Sector COVID-19 Technology Fund (closes 9am Wed 22 April 2020)
Government information and resources
Tasmanian Government
Australian Government
Hobart City Council
- Resilient Hobart Grants (closes 30 June 2020)
Harm reduction
Penington Institute
NSW Users and AIDS Association
Canberra Alliance for Harm Minimisation and Advocacy
Remote work and service delivery
Australian Psychological Society
Network of Alcohol and other Drugs Agencies (NADA)
Self-care resources
Bridge Program
Black Dog Institute
Aboriginal Health & Medical Research Council of NSW
Beyond Blue
Training and professional development
Need sponsorship for online ATOD training? Applications are now open for the ATDC Sector Development Small Grants Fund, closing 30 May 2020.
Australian Government Department of Health
Insight
Not-for-profit assistance and information
The Funding Centre
Institute of Community Directors Australia
Other resources
Australian Association of Social Workers
Access Easy English
ATDC response and actions
Similar to a number of our members, we’re implementing changes to the way the team operates so that we’re best placed to continue providing support over the coming weeks. This includes:
- ATDC team transitioned to work remotely
- Transitioning face-to-face meetings and discussions to telephone and/or videoconference
- The cancellation or postponement of key events (e.g. Bus Tours and the 2020 ATDC Conference).
Throughout these changes we will continue to make progress with our existing work (e.g. the consumer engagement project, the AOD Reform Agenda, stigma and discrimination to name a few). We will also be focused on the continuation of workforce training and development opportunities for members, and opportunities for the sector to remain connected that can be delivered remotely.
As we all journey through the next few months there may be other issues that arise that may require a united voice for our sector. If there is anything that you’re concerned about, or if you require any support do not hesitate to get in contact. We will be here to assist.
ATDC Members
ATDC members have implemented additional health and safety precautions with many services continuing to provide face-to-face services, and others providing support over the phone, or via video-conference.
Alcohol, tobacco and other drug treatment services and programs continue to be available across Tasmania, and there is support available for those needing treatment, assistance or information.
For the latest information on how to access each service, refer to the service directory for service contact information.
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