Inpatient rehab for substance addiction

When you reach out to us, we begin with a confidential assessment to understand your circumstances, including the severity of your drug and alcohol use, your living situation, and any co-occurring mental health condition. This helps us determine if inpatient addiction treatment is the safest and most effective next step.

Our admissions team works closely with clinicians to assess your physical health, psychological wellbeing, support system, and personal goals. We’ll talk with you (and your GP, if needed) to build a clear picture of your needs.

Inpatient rehab is often recommended if you’re in crisis, unable to stop using on your own, have a history of relapse, or are living in an environment that isn’t supportive of recovery. For many people, a supervised, structured, and supportive environment is what makes recovery possible. If inpatient care isn’t right for you, we’ll suggest other pathways, including outpatient rehab or short-term rehab options.

Yes, many of our clients take medication for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or other mental health conditions. Our inpatient rehab centres are equipped to manage medications as part of your broader treatment plan safely.

We work in partnership with your existing mental health care providers, or we can refer you to a psychiatrist if needed. Our multidisciplinary care team includes nurses, case managers, and counsellors who monitor how your medication is supporting your recovery journey.

In fact, treating mental health and substance use together is essential. If your symptoms are untreated or mismanaged, they can interfere with your ability to engage in the behavioural and psychological work of recovery. Medication may be a stabilising factor that allows you to gain insight, engage in therapy, and move through the stages of change with more clarity.

You won’t need to stop necessary medication before entering care. Our accommodating mental health rehab programs will keep you safe and healthy throughout your inpatient stay.

We recognise that cultural safety and spiritual support can be vital to healing. That’s why we offer dedicated pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, including access to culturally informed staff and care models that reflect the values of their communities. Our rehab services for Aboriginal communities are designed to offer respect, connection, and relevance in every part of care.

We also work to meet the needs of clients from diverse religious backgrounds. Whether that means supporting space for prayer, honouring dietary restrictions, or integrating personal faith into recovery, our team approaches every request with flexibility and respect. This forms part of our broader faith-based addiction recovery options, which acknowledge the role spirituality can play in healing.

We regularly welcome clients from outside Melbourne, including rural Victoria and other states. If you’re travelling for care, our admissions team can help coordinate transport options and plan for arrival.

We also understand the added stress of being far from home. Our staff provide extra emotional and logistical support to interstate clients, including contact with family, transition planning, and a steady routine to help you settle in. We aim to create a therapeutic community that feels safe and grounded, no matter where you’ve come from.

We may also be able to assist with documentation for Centrelink or private health fund claims if required. If you’re unsure about whether travelling for inpatient care is realistic for you, we’re happy to talk it through and help you explore your options.

It’s very common to feel uncertain as your discharge date approaches. Recovery doesn’t follow a set timeline, and sometimes the standard length of stay isn’t quite enough. At The Hader Clinic, we assess your readiness collaboratively, taking into account your mental health, physical stability, support network, and personal confidence.

If you’re not ready to leave, there are several pathways forward. You may be able to extend your inpatient stay, shift into one of our short-term programs, or transition into step-down care like day programs or outpatient rehab. Preventing relapse is a key part of our planning, so we take great care to ensure you're not leaving before you're ready.

We’ll help you focus on your recovery at every stage, even if that means staying a little longer to solidify the changes you’ve worked hard to make.

Yes. If it’s clinically appropriate, we can help you step down into transitional housing after completing an inpatient program. Many clients choose this path to maintain structure and accountability while re-entering daily life.

Our transitional housing program offers shared accommodation, peer support, and access to case management and group therapy. It’s ideal for people who still need support but no longer require 24/7 supervision. You’ll continue working on behavioural and psychological goals while gaining more independence and rebuilding your living situation.

This bridge between inpatient care and full community reintegration can be a crucial stage in the journey to recovery.