WRAD Health Inc

WRAD Health Inc is an Australian community-based nonprofit organisation specialising in alcohol and drug treatment services. Established over 35 years ago, the organisation operates from Warrnambool, Victoria, providing a comprehensive range of outpatient, day, and care recovery programs aimed at assisting individuals struggling with alcohol and drug problems[1][2][3].

Mission and Approach

WRAD Health’s primary mission is to support the health and wellbeing of individuals and families affected by substance use through a harm minimisation and recovery-focused framework. The organisation recognises that drug use is a complex social issue and adopts a philosophy that acknowledges both licit and illicit drug use can cause harm, aiming to reduce this harm to individuals, families, and society. Services are tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse populations, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse groups, and LGBTIQA+ communities[2][4].

Services and Programs

WRAD Health delivers a broad spectrum of services which include:

• Medical and mental health treatments through its bulk-billing general medical practice, staffed by general practitioners and practice nurses.
• Pharmacotherapy programs to assist people with substance dependency.
• Clinical interventions for various groups such as youth, adults, dual diagnosis clients, forensic populations, and family and friends.
• Needle Syringe Program (NSP) and post-withdrawal support.
• Non-residential day rehabilitation programs.
• Health promotion and outreach services aimed at education and prevention[1][2][3][5].

The organisation emphasizes evidence-based skills and techniques to help clients achieve self-determined goals within its recovery framework[2][4].

Community Impact and Accessibility

As one of the few fully bulk-billing medical clinics in its region, WRAD Health plays a vital role in providing accessible healthcare and addiction services to vulnerable and socio-economically disadvantaged populations. It also addresses mental health concerns linked to substance use, reinforcing its commitment to comprehensive community health[2][4][5].

Governance and Registration

WRAD Health Inc is registered as an incorporated association and holds an Australian Business Number (ABN) 54223738596RR0001. It is listed on the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) Charity Register, affirming its status as a recognized charity dedicated to health and wellbeing, medical research, and supporting individuals with illness or disability[1][3][4].

WRAD Health continues to be a cornerstone of alcohol and drug support services in the Barwon South West region, integrating medical care with specialised addiction treatment and harm reduction strategies to serve its community effectively.

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/566eee1d-38af-e811-a963-000d3ad24077 [2] https://wrad.org.au [3] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/566eee1d-38af-e811-a963-000d3ad24077/documents/c610347b-e7c0-ef11-a72f-7c1e522ac2c0 [4] https://communityfoundation.org.au/organisation/wrad-health/ [5] https://pridecentre.org.au/resources/wrad-health/