Safe, supervised support for drug withdrawal

Residential drug detox service

Our medically supervised detox program for drug addiction is designed to help you safely withdraw from drugs and prepare for the next step in your recovery.

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Medically supervised drug detox care

Private and confidential environment

Experienced drug withdrawal team

24-hour emotional and clinical support

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Starting with stability and safety

Drug detox is the first step toward lasting change

When you stops using drugs, withdrawal symptoms can be physically painful and emotionally distressing. Detox gives your body time to stabilise while ensuring you're supported, monitored, and safe. It’s not about judgement. It’s about care.

Our drug detox service is designed for people who want to begin recovery with dignity. With 24-hour medical supervision, compassionate staff, and a calm environment, we help you move out of crisis and into clarity.

  • Drug detox can be physically and emotionally intense, which is why medical oversight is crucial from day one.
  • We support you through withdrawal in a safe space with evidence-based care and real human connection.
  • Once stabilised, you’ll be supported to explore next steps for treatment, recovery, and long-term planning.
What you can expect from our drug detox program

Designed for safety, comfort, and a clear next step

You’ll be supported around the clock in a peaceful, private setting by experienced withdrawal nurses, medical staff, and addiction specialists.

What’s included in our detox support

  • Hospital-based residential care with 24-hour supervision and clinical support
  • Individualised intake process and withdrawal management plan
  • Regular medical reviews, health checks, and symptom monitoring
  • Emotional support from trained staff during the most difficult stages
  • Discharge planning and referrals for further treatment or rehabilitation
  • Clear guidance to help you understand your next steps in recovery
What to expect when you stop using

Understanding drug detox and withdrawal

Across Australia, thousands of people seek treatment every year for substance use, most commonly for alcohol, amphetamines, cannabis and heroin. These are not just statistics. They’re people who’ve made the decision to step away from dependence and take control. If you’re reading this, you might be at that same turning point. Drug detox is where that process begins — and you don’t have to face it alone.

Why supervised drug detox is essential

Stopping drugs suddenly without support can cause serious health risks, especially if your body is dependent. You may already know this from past attempts. In detox, the goal isn’t to punish or push you through it. It’s to stabilise your system, reduce physical danger, and make the experience as manageable and dignified as possible. We’ll be by your side the whole time.

What withdrawal can feel like

Withdrawal is different for everyone, but there are patterns. Symptoms might start with restlessness, shaking, or intense cravings. You might feel emotional without knowing why, or numb and shut down.

  • Common symptoms include sweating, tremors, insomnia, or nausea.
  • Emotionally, people often feel flat, irritable, anxious or raw.
  • You may feel overwhelmed by cravings even if you're committed to quitting.

The impact of drug use on your body and brain

If you’ve been using regularly, your body’s balance has likely shifted. Stimulants, opioids, cannabis, and other substances each impact different systems, but the underlying result is often the same: you don’t feel like yourself anymore.

  • Your sleep, digestion, memory or moods may be deeply disrupted.
  • Some people experience paranoia, confusion or persistent low mood.
  • You might feel physically wrecked or mentally disconnected, or both.

How we help during detox

We don’t expect you to be okay when you walk in. That’s our job. From day one, we monitor your withdrawal symptoms, adjust your medications, and create a calm, low-stimulation space to let your body begin healing.

  • You’ll be in a private, supportive environment with trained clinical staff.
  • Meals, routines and care are provided. You don’t have to manage anything alone.
  • We respect where you’ve been and help you get through the hardest part.

Detox is the beginning, not the end

People often ask if detox alone is enough. It’s a vital first step, but without follow-up support, relapse is likely. After detox, we offer pathways into longer treatment options based on your goals and needs.

  • Many clients stay for counselling, relapse prevention or residential rehab.
  • We’ll help you create a care plan that supports real, long-term change.
  • The goal isn’t just getting clean. It’s rebuilding confidence, structure and connection.
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Support through every step

Programs that support drug detox recovery

Our drug detox program is just the first step. We offer structured residential programs, relapse prevention, and mental health support to help you build lasting change in your life.

Programme résidentiel

Réadaptation en résidence avec soutien structuré, thérapie et formation aux compétences de la vie courante dans un environnement sûr et axé sur le rétablissement.

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Programme familial

Éducation, soutien de groupe et counseling pour aider les familles à comprendre la dépendance et à soutenir le rétablissement de leur proche.

Une femme participe à une séance de rétablissement virtuelle depuis son domicile, suivant une thérapie structurée dans le cadre du programme de rééducation en ligne Hader at Home.

Hader à la maison

Un programme de rétablissement entièrement numérique comprenant des contrôles quotidiens, une thérapie en ligne et des cahiers d'exercices autoguidés pour les soins post-réadaptation.

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Programme ambulatoire intensif

Soutien structuré en matière de dépendance, comprenant une thérapie, des séances de groupe et la prévention des rechutes, conçu pour s'adapter à la vie quotidienne.

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Conseil

Thérapie tenant compte des traumatismes, counseling en matière de toxicomanie et soutien familial disponibles en personne ou via des séances en ligne sécurisées.

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Interventions

Soutien professionnel pour aider les familles à mettre en place une intervention sûre et structurée et à orienter leur proche vers un traitement.

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Rééducation des cadres

Traitement privé et individuel dans un cadre luxueux, en toute discrétion et avec un programme de rétablissement personnalisé.

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Réadaptation DVA

Soins hospitaliers spécialisés tenant compte des traumatismes pour les anciens combattants et les premiers intervenants, entièrement financés pour les clients admissibles du ministère des Anciens Combattants.

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Réadaptation ordonnée par le tribunal

Programme hospitalier structuré comprenant une cure de désintoxication, une thérapie et un rapport médico-légal afin de satisfaire aux exigences en matière de caution ou de condamnation.

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Logement de transition

Hébergement axé sur le rétablissement, avec thérapie, structure et soutien pour faire le pont entre la réadaptation et la vie autonome.

Séance de thérapie de groupe de soutien dans un centre de désintoxication médicale, où divers clients partagent leurs expériences et où un psychologue encourage gentiment un nouveau participant.

Désintoxication à l'hôpital

Désintoxication sous surveillance médicale 24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7, dans un hôpital privé agréé, comprenant une aide au sevrage et des soins psychiatriques.

What to expect from the first call

Our admissions and recovery process

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Confidential intake

Our intake team is here to listen and guide you toward the next step. Every conversation is confidential.

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Personalised planning

We tailor your detox and recovery plan to match your needs, health, and history of substance use.

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Supported admission

When you’re ready, we’ll guide you through a safe and supported admission into our program.

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Personalised care from experienced experts

What makes our drug detox program unique

We know how difficult the early stages of recovery can be. That’s why our program is built around compassion, safety, and evidence-based support. From your first day, you’ll be cared for by a team who understands addiction, respects your journey, and supports your physical and emotional wellbeing through every stage of withdrawal and beyond.

Expert-led drug detox care

Our team includes specialist nurses, doctors, and counsellors with deep experience in addiction treatment.

Holistic support options available

We integrate mindfulness, fitness, rest, and gentle therapy to support physical and emotional healing.

Residential care in a private setting

Our detox beds are located in a secure, quiet environment where you can begin your recovery safely.

Planning for what comes next

We support you with transition planning, helping you access rehab, mental health care, and aftercare.

Licensed, safe, and nationally accredited

Our program meets the highest standards

We are fully accredited under the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards, with oversight by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care (ACSQHC).

A full spectrum of support beyond detox

Drug detox is just one part of what we offer

We provide wraparound care across detox, inpatient rehab, mental health, and dual diagnosis support to help you recover with confidence.

Cure de désintoxication alcoolique

Programmes personnalisés qui traitent les répercussions physiques, émotionnelles et comportementales de la dépendance à l'alcool.

Réadaptation pour toxicomanes

Ongoing treatment for substance use, including therapy, relapse prevention, and structured support.

Double diagnostic

Specialist support for co-occurring mental health and addiction issues in a safe, integrated environment.

Mental health inpatient rehab

Trauma-informed inpatient care for mental health conditions with or without substance use.

Hear from those who’ve walked this path

Témoignages et témoignages de clients

Real experiences from people who’ve been through detox and rehab. Their journeys reflect the honesty, hope, and healing that recovery can bring.

Ali Ademi

Après des années de traumatismes, de dépendance et de pertes, Ali a trouvé la force de reconstruire sa vie grâce au soutien d'une équipe compatissante, à un sentiment d'appartenance à une communauté et à son engagement envers un processus de guérison à long terme.

Minh

Après 32 ans de dépendance, Minh Pham a trouvé l'espoir, la guérison et une nouvelle voie à la clinique Hader. Son parcours témoigne de la puissance de la communauté, de la compassion et du courage.

Peter El-Khouri

Après plusieurs rechutes, Peter a trouvé un rétablissement durable grâce à Hader. Découvrez comment la thérapie, la communauté et les soins cliniques l'ont aidé à reprendre sa vie en main.

A calm, supportive place to begin recovery

Our Victorian location

Our detox and rehab facility is designed to feel safe, private, and welcoming. From clinical support to quiet shared spaces, every part of our environment is shaped around healing.

Geelong

Medically supported detox, inpatient residential rehabilitation, and transitional housing programs.

6-8 Townsend Road, St Albans Park VIC 3219

91%

Reported an improved quality of life after drug detox.

78%

Moved into longer-term treatment after drug detox.

67%

Said drug detox helped manage their mental health.

100%

Received a tailored recovery plan during drug detox.

Long-term outcomes from early support

Real results from drug detox and beyond

Our drug detox service is often the first turning point in a person’s recovery. With the right support, that turning point can lead to real and lasting change. These outcomes reflect the strength of our integrated treatment model and the commitment of the people we work with every day.

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Understanding the financial side

Funding and costs for drug detox treatment

Private treatment doesn’t need to be out of reach. We’ll talk you through your options so you can make an informed decision that feels right for you.

Understanding your treatment costs

We’ll explain the full cost of your detox stay, including what’s included and how to avoid hidden fees.

Explorer les options de financement

Support with funding options

Our team can help you explore funding support like private health cover, superannuation access, or payment plans.

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The team behind your care

Meet the people who’ll support your recovery

From clinical staff to lived-experience counsellors, every person here is trained, experienced, and genuinely invested in your wellbeing.

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Get to know who we are

À propos de la clinique Hader

We’ve been supporting people through addiction recovery for over 20 years. Our care is grounded in honesty, empathy, and deep clinical expertise.

Soutien pour vous ou vos proches

Asking for help is a brave first step

Whether you’re seeking help for yourself or someone you care about, we’re here to listen, guide, and walk the next steps with you.

Help for yourself

If you’re struggling and ready to change, we’ll help you take that first step.

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Aide pour un proche

Worried about someone you love? We’ll guide you through what to do next.

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Take the first step toward change

Every journey starts with a decision to try. When you’re ready, we're here with expert care, honest guidance, and a place where recovery is truly possible.

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Questions fréquentes

Answers you're looking for and insights you need

Can you help if I’m using more than one drug at once?

Yes. Many people arrive using more than one substance, like heroin, ice, cannabis, alcohol or prescription medications. We understand how overwhelming that can be. Our experienced team can support you through complex drug and alcohol detox safely. We’ll assess your use, build a treatment plan around your needs, and help you stabilise with medical oversight. If needed, we may refer you to our specific ice rehab or heroin rehab program after detox, or help you plan next steps closer to home.

Do I need a referral to start drug detox with you?

No referral is needed. You can contact us directly. We’ll discuss your situation, share clear information, and support you through the intake process. You don’t need to go through your GP or a service, though we’re happy to work with them if it helps you feel more supported. We understand that reaching out can feel like a big step. We’re here to assist you with care and without judgement.

What if I’m on medication or have a medical condition?

It’s very common, and we can accommodate that. Our clinical staff regularly support clients with co-occurring medical issues, such as chronic pain, mental health conditions, or diabetes. We’ll review your medication, speak with your existing providers if needed, and ensure your drug detox is safe and supportive. The program is overseen by a medical team who monitor your health every day, keeping you comfortable and focused on recovery.

How quickly can I be admitted for drug detox?

We try to admit people as quickly as we can, often within days. If you’re in urgent need, our emergency rehab team may be able to help. We’ll discuss your symptoms, review any risks, and explain what’s available. Our goal is to get you the care you need without delay. We prioritise safety and ensure that your first few days are medically supervised, stabilised, and as comfortable as possible.

Can I bring my phone or contact my family during detox?

You’ll be able to contact family once you’ve stabilised. In the first stage of detox, we limit phone use to help you rest and focus. This creates a more comfortable, low-stress environment and allows our team to monitor your health closely. Once you’re ready, family communication can be arranged, and we’ll support you in reconnecting with loved ones in ways that feel safe and helpful.

Can I access support after detox if I’m not ready for rehab?

Yes. We know not everyone is ready for rehab straight away. After detox, we can offer outpatient counselling, relapse prevention support, or check-ins with a community-based AOD counsellor in your local area. Whether you’re coming from regional Victoria or Melbourne’s outer suburbs, we’ll help you transition back into your community with ongoing support. We’re here to assist you in finding the best next step, even if that looks different for everyone.

Do you help with court-ordered or legal detox requirements?

We do. Our drug detox service supports clients navigating court orders, parole conditions, or legal proceedings. We provide documentation, progress updates, and referrals to our inpatient alcohol rehab programs where needed. If you’ve been asked to attend detox as part of a legal requirement, we’ll work with you and your legal team to ensure your care is clinically sound and appropriately reported.

How do I prepare for detox if I’m still using every day?

You don’t need to stop before you arrive. Trying to safely detox from substances like ice can be dangerous without professional help. We encourage you to reach out and discuss your situation. We’ll help you plan the safest way to start. You’ll receive clear guidance on what to bring, what your first day will involve, and what you can expect. Our aim is to ease the fear and get you safely into care so you can start making changes with confidence.