MERIT Program Wollongong
Service Description
A 12 week program run through the local law courts. It provides the opportunity for adult defendants with substance abuse problems to work, on a voluntary basis, towards rehabilitation as part of the bail process. MERIT teams based in NSW Health or NGOs conduct assessment for suitability to the program. Available to people 18 years and older.
https://www.islhd.health.nsw.gov.au/services-clinics/merit-magisrates-early-referral-treatment
2 Rawson St
Wollongong, NSW, 2500
Hours of Operation
Mon - Fri: 8.30am - 5pm
Accessibility
Referral System
Via Courts, Magistrates, Self-referral. For MERIT program must be 18
Service Fees
No
Organisational Information
Area Served
Illawarra Shoalhaven LHD
Parent Organisation
Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
Postal Address
PO Box 3029
Wollongong
NSW
2500
Other Information
Facilities Available
Must be eligible for bail or not require bail consideration, must voluntarily agree to participate in Merit Includes Milton, Alibion Park, Kiama, Port Kembla, Helensburgh
Volunteering Opportunities
Student Placements
Last Updated: 28 May 2024