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Services and Supports
Midlands Drug & Alcohol Services & Supports Contact List
HSE CADS (Community Alcohol & Drug Service)
HSE CADS offers a community-focussed assessment, treatment and support service for adults aged 18 years and over across the Midlands Area (Laois, Offaly, Longford & Westmeath). The service aims to reduce harm and positively impact individuals, families and the broader community. CADS provides assessment, personalised one to one support, case management and tailored care planning.
To contact the service or make a referral:
CADS Treatment Centre, Midland Regional Hospital Campus, Arden Road, Tullamore, Co Offaly
Tel: 057 9315801
Email: sec.cadstullamore@hse.ie
CADS Treatment Centre, St Fintans Healthcare Campus, Dublin Road, Portlaoise, Co Laois
Tel: 057 8692516
Email: sec.cadsportlaoise@hse.ie
CADS Addiction Homeless Nurse (Laois/Offaly)
Mob: 087 343 1017
CADS Addiction GP/Pharmacy Liaison Nurse (Laois/Offaly)
Mob : 087 125 2237
CADS Treatment Centre, St Mary’s Healthcare Campus, Castlepollard Road, Mullingar, Co Westmeath
Tel: 044 9395200
Email: sec.cadsmullingar@hse.ie
CADS Treatment Centre, Clonbrusk Primary Care Centre, Clonbrusk, Athlone, Co Westmeath
Tel: 090 6424820
Email: sec.cadsathlone@hse.ie
CADS Addiction Homeless Nurse (Longford/Westmeath)
Mob: 087 451 8361
CADS Addiction GP/Pharmacy Liaison Nurse (Longford/Westmeath)
Mob: 087 125 2237
HSE CADS ADAPT (Adolescent Drug & Alcohol Prevention & Treatment) Service
HSE CADS ADAPT service delivers a drug and alcohol prevention and treatment support service to individuals under 18 years and families across the Midland Area (Laois, Offaly, Longford & Westmeath).
To contact he service or make a referral:
Contact the Social Care Lead
Tel: 087 4518358
Email: CADS.adapt@hse.ie
MQI DATS (Drug & Alcohol Treatment Support) Project
MQI DATS Project delivers a drug and alcohol prevention and treatment support, family support, harm reduction, rehabilitation and aftercare service to individuals over 18 years and families across the Midland Area (Laois, Offaly, Longford & Westmeath).
To contact the service or make a referral:
Contact the DATS Service Manager
Tel: 086 7934920
Email: DATS@mqi.ie
Midland Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force (MRDATF)
The MRDATF and its sub-structures bring together members representing the community, voluntary and statutory sectors, public representatives and key interest groups to develop and co-ordinate a collective and integrated response to drug and alcohol problems across the midland region. The MRDATF support the provision of Drug & Alcohol Services across the midland region and the delivery of drug and alcohol education awareness initiatives/programmes.
Contact: Antoinette Kinsella, Co-ordinator MRDATF
Email: antoinette.kinsella1@hse.ie
Tel: 086 3800517
DRIVE (Drug Related Intimidation & Violence Engagement) Project
Drug related Intimidation and violence is a serious and insidious problem that affects individuals, families and communities throughout the country. Drug related intimidation occurs when a criminal or criminals allege that a sum of money is owed as a result of drug debt. Individuals or family members may be subjected to intimidation or the threat of intimidation.
For further detail and range of supports in your local area log onto: www.driveproject.ie
Different recovery communities offering daily support, tools, and connection, each with a unique approach:
LifeRing Secular Recovery
LifeRing focuses on forward movement not dwelling on past behavior, but building a strong, stable recovery. They support individuals with evidence-based tools and personal empowerment.
Daily online meetings: https://lifering.ie/online-meetings-schedule/
SMART Recovery
SMART helps people overcome any type of addiction, substance or behavioral through practical tools for managing thoughts, emotions, and habits. It’s about self-empowerment and building a satisfying, balanced life.
Daily online meetings: https://smartrecovery.ie/online-meetings/?format=list
Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
NA offers support through a 12-step program and peer-led groups focused on shared experience and mutual aid. Whether you prefer in-person or online, meetings are available daily.
In-person meetings in Athlone: https://www.na-ireland.org/na-meetings/east/westmeath/
Online meetings: https://www.na-ireland.org/covid-19/