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Turning Point

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Address: 110 Church Street, Richmond 3121 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.turningpoint.org.au

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25.01.2022 We're going to win it and we're going to win it together A brilliant insight into the strength and courage of families working through addiction together. Premieres Tues 10 Nov on @SBS and @SBSOnDemand.... #AddictedSBS #RethinkAddiction

25.01.2022 Reminder to register online for our free webinar TOMORROW presented by our Workforce Development Manager, Dr Naomi Crafti, where she will explain the qualifications required to work in the Alcohol & Other Drugs sector in Victoria. Don’t miss out on a spot!

24.01.2022 Thanks to the brilliant Allen Christensen for sharing his story! Every person who shares their story helps to destigmatise addiction. Thanks to 9 News Melbourne and Laura Turner for having our Executive Clinical Director, Professor Dan Lubman. Join the campaign to #RethinkAddiction by signing the petition https://www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/petition

24.01.2022 Our groundbreaking documentary series, Addicted Australia, is receiving great coverage including pieces from The Age, Mamamia, Marie Claire, The Guardian and more! Check out some of the media coverage about the series here http://ow.ly/7JaE50Cv96M

24.01.2022 6 years recovered from alcoholism, Shanna Whan, CEO of Sober in the Country Ltd, will always advocate fiercely for hope, change, and possibilities surrounding addiction awareness and recovery. You can listen to her story in Mamamia's No Filter podcast!

23.01.2022 Sarah, who is overcoming a drug addiction, is one of the 10 incredible Australians featured in the ground-breaking series, Addicted Australia, which we have created alongside SBS Australia and Blackfella Films. Having spent over $200,000 on drugs over the past three years, Sarah knows all too well the shame and stigma which can delay people from seeking help when it comes to addiction. Addicted Australia premieres tomorrow night on SBS Australia and SBS On Demand.... #AddictedSBS #RethinkAddiction

23.01.2022 We are grateful to have worked with some of our partner organisations in the making of the groundbreaking documentary series, Addicted Australia. Some of these partners include Monash University, Eastern Health and Self Help Addiction Resource Centre - SHARC. Read more about our partners here http://ow.ly/tK1E50CviYW

22.01.2022 "It’s time to move beyond labels. Everyone is a person first, and these stigmatising narratives only harm our communities and prevent people from getting better. If we take the time to listen to those experiencing addiction, it becomes clear that everyone has their own complex story. But we do need to listen." A great insight from The Guardian about the stigma associated with addiction. Read more below!

22.01.2022 ‘At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them’. This Remembrance Day, and every day, we express our gratitude to our fallen heroes and honour those who sacrificed so much for our freedom. Lest we forget.... #RemembranceDay2020 See more

21.01.2022 We encourage you to listen this fascinating interview with our Clinical Director, Dan Lubman, about addiction and the documentary, Addicted Australia, which we made in collaboration with SBS Australia and Blackfella Films. Listen here http://ow.ly/ZpoY50Cik81

21.01.2022 Addiction is a chronic health condition that can be managed with treatment and support. Read more below about the unique treatment program we created for the documentary series on SBS Australia, Addicted Australia, which was tailored to the individual needs of participants.

21.01.2022 An incredible result so far! The Rethink Addiction campaign is not over and we still need your help. Head to https://www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/petition to help change the conversation about addiction and tackle the stigma and misinformation that stops people getting the help they need.

20.01.2022 Thanks to everyone that watched the final episode of #AddictedSBS, we hope you found it powerful, informative and full of hope! To find out more about the topics and treatments covered check out our recap!

19.01.2022 Happy New Year on behalf of all of us at Turning Point! For people trying to making a change to their alcohol or drug use, it’s a great time to make a plan for 2021. Here is a helpful article from one of our clinicians on how to set goals and keep on track http://ow.ly/Ihrf50CVQYm

19.01.2022 We can’t wait for you to see the premiere of Addicted Australia at 8:30pm tonight on SBS Australia. This four-part series is a bold, revelatory and inspiring documentary that puts a spotlight on Australia’s addiction crisis by providing unprecedented access to 10 Australians and their families as they overcome addiction in the most powerful and deeply personal way. We also encourage you to tune in and join the campaign which encourages Australians to #RethinkAddiction, by he...ading to https://www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/ #AddictedSBS

18.01.2022 Really fascinating interview on JOY 94.9 with our Executive Clinical Director, Professor Dan Lubman, about our series with SBS Australia, Addicted Australia.

18.01.2022 Bold and inspiring - Woman's Day An issue that affects us all. A really important series...tough viewing but insightful viewing - ABC Australia We are humbled by the responses we have received so far about Addicted Australia! Check out some of our media coverage here http://ow.ly/W4tS50CKiNZ

17.01.2022 Join us tomorrow night from 7-8pm for our online Breakthrough session, which will cover the topic of Addiction and Mental Health. This session is free of charge and will allow you to get the facts about addiction, develop strategies and find out where to access help and support. Register below so you don’t miss out! https://www.breakthroughforfamilies.com/attend

14.01.2022 TONIGHT is the final episode of Addicted Australia on SBS Australia, drawing to a close some of the most compelling television of 2020. However, the campaign to Rethink Addiction is not over and we still need your help. It is so important to continue the campaign to Rethink Addiction so that more Australians like the 10 participants feel able to reach out for help. Sign the petition to #RethinkAddiction and join the conversation today.

14.01.2022 Always was, always will be. We’re proud to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples this National NAIDOC Week. We recognise the contribution Indigenous women and men have made to our country and we pay our respects to the oldest living culture.... #NAIDOC2020

14.01.2022 New Year’s Eve can bring up a lot challenges when making changes to your alcohol or drug use. If you are heading out and not sure how to stay on track, you can have a chat to one of the counsellors from Counselling Online before you go out or even while you are out. We are so thankful for your support this year, and we’re wishing you all the best as we enter 2021!

14.01.2022 Will YOU help us transform Australia’s attitudes and approach towards addiction so we can form a national roadmap for change? It's time to #RethinkAddiction https://www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/

14.01.2022 Tune in tonight at 8:30pm to this television first to witness the pain, loss, hope and challenges of addiction that these 10 incredible Australians endure throughout their 6-month treatment program with us. Join the conversation to #RethinkAddiction by heading to https://www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/ #AddictedSBS

12.01.2022 For the Addicted Australia documentary, we created a unique wrap-around program, here’s how it worked. https://www.turningpoint.org.au/documen//treatment-program

10.01.2022 Our Clinical Director, Professor Dan Lubman, joined the Body+Soul Podcast to discuss his participation in the groundbreaking SBS Australia and Blackfella Films series, Addicted Australia, and his mission to help others overcome addiction through highlighting the need to #RethinkAddiction. You can listen here: http://ow.ly/QWMw50Ci9js

10.01.2022 BreakThrough provides families with the skills and knowledge to navigate the drug treatment system and obtain the best possible outcomes for loved ones. Join us tomorrow night from 7-8pm for our free online session, which will cover the topic of Keeping Calm and Communicating with Confidence. Register so you don’t miss out! https://www.breakthroughforfamilies.com/attend

10.01.2022 "Being filmed while you’re recovering from an addiction is certainly a different experience, but one which I was ready for if it meant getting better." You can now watch Tuesday's episode of Addicted Australia on SBS On Demand here http://ow.ly/h2QV50Cie9r #AddictedSBS

09.01.2022 I knew I had an addiction, but the difficulty was actually getting help. The treatment system for a gambler is severely broken. Lucas, who is battling a gambling addiction, is one of the 10 incredible Australians featured in our powerful series, Addicted Australia, with SBS and Blackfella Films. His experience highlights the reality of Australia’s broken health system and why we need to treat addiction like any other health condition.... Read more here http://ow.ly/k9Ei50CbZ0W #AddictedSBS #RethinkAddiction

08.01.2022 With the ground-breaking SBS Australia series, Addicted Australia, set to air tonight, there has never been a better time to #RethinkAddiction. Here are the real stories of Craig and Carolyn, two incredible individuals with a lived experience of addiction, who are now making a change and helping other people rethink addiction. Our Clinical Director, Professor Dan Lubman, explains some of the realities of addiction and how change is possible.

07.01.2022 Families getting support can actually change the length and severity of the addiction". Addicted Australia provides a raw insight into the challenges faced by families and their loved ones as they work through addiction together. Premieres Tues 10 Nov.... #AddictedSBS #RethinkAddiction

07.01.2022 Trauma and the role it can play in addiction was a key theme in last night’s episode of Addicted Australia on SBS Australia. Not everyone who experiences trauma will need help, but for others, symptoms may continue or get worse. In these instances, seeking help is recommended. Here’s more information on trauma http://ow.ly/c0t550CsZFW

06.01.2022 Today is World AIDS Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about HIV and AIDS and ensuring that people living with HIV can participate fully in the community, free from stigma and discrimination. We know that people who use drugs are among those who account for significant proportions of new HIV infections in Australia, that's why #NowMoreThanEver we stand in solidarity with everyone living with or affected by HIV.

06.01.2022 An absolute highlight in our work to reduce stigma and encourage the community to ‘rethink addiction’ this year was the screening of Addicted Australia on SBS Australia. We hope to keep the conversation going around addiction and encourage you to get involved in the campaign to #RethinkAddiction!

05.01.2022 After watching Addicted Australia on SBS Australia you might have some questions about services, treatment options available or what steps you can take. We try to answers some of these questions here http://ow.ly/jfUW50CsUdb

05.01.2022 Make sure you catch up on the first three episodes of Addicted Australia on SBS On Demand before the FINAL episode of the series airs tomorrow night at 8:30pm! We are so privileged to have been able to share the stories of 10 incredible Australians and their families that have been affected by addiction. #AddictedSBS

04.01.2022 We don’t care as much and that’s because of the stain and stigma that surrounds addiction...I think we have a fear of addiction. I think we have a fear of ourselves and those around us. Jacob Hickey, producer of Addicted Australia. Jacob hopes the series inspires people to put their hand up and seek treatment and help. Watch now on SBS On Demand!

04.01.2022 We are humbled that our groundbreaking series with SBS Australia and Blackfella Films, Addicted Australia, is encouraging critical conversations and changing community perceptions about the reality of addiction. Mix 94.5 radio presenter Matt Dyktynski, among notable others, has revealed that the series inspired him to open up about his own personal struggles with addiction. Read more about his experience here http://ow.ly/qza250CigMO... #AddictedSBS See more

04.01.2022 Turning Point was highly recommended to Sarah as experts in treating addiction and on her first visit with her treating physician, she realised she had found somebody who genuinely cared and who adapted treatment to Sarah’s individual needs. Read more about June and Sarah’s story and how our 6-month treatment program changed their lives http://ow.ly/r7pA50Cihh6 #AddictedSBS

03.01.2022 "...there is a stigma ingrained in Australian culture around gambling addiction we aren’t sure how to approach the issue or person and that needs to change." Allen Christensen, former AFL player. Addiction does not discriminate, it can affect anyone, from any community. Read Allen's story below. #RethinkAddiction

03.01.2022 We wish to thank SBS Australia and Blackfella Films for inviting us to take part in this ground-breaking, Australian-first, documentary series. We believe Addicted Australia is incredibly empowering viewing, and the most truthful portrayal of addiction that has ever been shown on Australian television. You can read our response to episode one here... https://www.turningpoint.org.au//addicted-australia-episod #AddictedSBS

03.01.2022 Have you watched Addicted Australia on SBS On Demand and want to get involved? There are a few ways that you can support us: by making a donation which helps us improve the lives of people affected by addiction and signing the Rethink Addiction petition, which aims to change the conversation about addiction and calls for an improved national response. Find out more about how you can make a difference below! #RethinkAddiction

02.01.2022 2020 has been a year like no other and we are extremely thankful for your support! It is always exciting to showcase some of the fantastic work our team has delivered over the past 12 months, and the last year was certainly no exception. One of our biggest highlights was partnering with SBS Australia and Blackfella Films on the groundbreaking documentary series, "Addicted Australia", giving us the opportunity to change community perceptions around addiction.... For more information about our achievements in 2020, you can download our annual report here http://ow.ly/j9R350CRDYO

01.01.2022 For many people, January is a time for setting New Year’s goals or resolutions. If you would like to make a change to your gambling, alcohol or drug use in 2021 there is lots of support available. Here are some tips from one of our clinicians to help you get started or stay on track.

01.01.2022 We understand that tonight’s episode of Addicted Australia on SBS Australia may be triggering for some viewers as it talks about the topics of addiction and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction and needs support, there is always help available. For alcohol and other drug support: 1800 250 015 or Counselling Online, www.counsellingonline.org.au/... For gambling support: 1800 858 858 or Gambling Help Online, www.gamblinghelponline.org.au For crisis support: 13 11 14 or Lifeline, www.lifeline.org.au

01.01.2022 In order to help tackle the harmful stigma and misinformation surrounding addiction, it is important to share the real stories of people who have been affected by addiction. Rethink Add provides a space to share the real stories of addiction, which highlight just how prevalent addiction is in our society. Read more at www.rethinkaddiction.org.au/realstories... #RethinkAddiction

01.01.2022 You can help end the stigma by joining the campaign to #RethinkAddiction and share a story of how addiction has touched your life or the life of someone close to you. Find out more and get involved in the campaign by visiting www.rethinkaddiction.org.au

01.01.2022 Rethink Addiction provides a space to share the real stories of addiction. These are real people who have lived with addiction, supported a family member or friend, or have been involved in providing clinical care or peer support. Get involved in the #RethinkAddiction campaign and share your story now.