COVID-19 Response
WANADA's COVID-19 Response
Alcohol and other drug services are essential services and are prepared to continue serving the Western Australian community when possible during the COVID-19 pandemic. For up-to-date information on the COVID-19 pandemic in Western Australia, visit WA.gov.au (opens in a new tab) or (opens in a new tab)healthywa.wa.gov.au.
Alcohol and other Drug Support and Information
If you are in Western Australia and you need support or information in relation to alcohol and other drug-related issues, please contact the Alcohol and Drug Support Service (opens in a new tab) on (08) 9442 5000 or 1800 198 024 (opens in a new tab) (free for country callers). The service is free, confidential and available 24/7.
If English is not your first language, you can get free translation support through the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) (opens in a new tab) by phoning 131 450.
WANADA and the Alcohol and other Drug Sector Response to COVID-19
WANADA has worked with the alcohol and other drug sector to produce resources and tools that will support responses to the pandemic. These include:
Advocacy and Representation
WANADA has worked with the alcohol and other drug sector to produce resources and tools that will support responses to the pandemic. These include:
Please visit Tools for Alcohol and other Drug Workers for other COVID-19 related resources, including resources to support wellbeing.
Mental Health Commission COVID-19 Response
WANADA has worked with the alcohol and other drug sector to produce resources and tools that will support responses to the pandemic. These include:
WANADA Operations and Contact Information
The WANADA team is working from our office on Whadjuk Noongar Country in Perth. As always, staff members can be reached at our individual work email addresses, via [email protected] or on (08) 6557 9400.
Sector News and Events
Red Shoes Rock for FASD Awareness
Some of our red shoes may have rocked more in the past, but they can still start a conversation. How will you start a conversation about FASD and the risks of alcohol use during pregnancy?
WANADA Supports a First Nations Voice to Parliament
The WANADA Board supports a First Nations Voice enshrined in our Constitution.
Opioid Dependence Treatment Program – Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme Changes
From 1 July 2023, Opioid Dependence Treatment medicines will become part of the Section 100 Highly Specialised Drugs (HSD) Program (Community Access) arrangements. Find out what this means for you.
2023 Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Award Winners
A huge congratulations to the winners of the Strong Spirit Strong Mind Aboriginal Alcohol and other Drug Awards 2023.