Lives Lived Well Mirikai
Overview
Mirikai offers a residential alcohol and drug treatment program that is evidence-based and is part of an extensive treatment program that could extend over many months, depending on the person’s needs and circumstances.
Clients are aged 18-35 years old and have complex problems associated with their drug use, including mental health problems.
The maximum number of residents at any one time is 40.
Six weeks to three months live-in treatment
Free before and after service support
A portion of Centrelink payment is used to cover your stay depending on what Centrelink benefit you receive. The amount depends on the type of benefit or payment received. There is also an upfront admission fee (which includes your first two weeks of treatment and a medication levy).
Intake
Submit an application through the website by filling out the personal referral.
Mirikai also accept referrals from other health professionals, services and community and government organisations, which they can submit through the website by filling out our service provider referral form. Referrals can also be faxed to 07 5576 2512
Admission times vary. Once you have completed your intake has been completed you will go on a waiting list and will be supported by the Pre-Treatment Team until you can be admitted. For inquiries about the program, give us a call on 1300 727 957 or send an email to info@liveslivedwell.org.au
Mirikai also accept referrals from other health professionals, services and community and government organisations, which they can submit through the website by filling out our service provider referral form. Referrals can also be faxed to 07 5576 2512
Admission times vary. Once you have completed your intake has been completed you will go on a waiting list and will be supported by the Pre-Treatment Team until you can be admitted. For inquiries about the program, give us a call on 1300 727 957 or send an email to info@liveslivedwell.org.au
Important Information
- Eligibility:
- Receive Centrelink benefits
- No outstanding court cases or criminal charges
- Nil acute mental illness currently
- Nil acute medical conditions
- No drug or Alcohol Use
- No Stealing
- No violence or threats of violence
- No sexual activity between members
- Be abstinent and detoxed as required
- Be aged 18-35