U-Turn Educational Program
For immediate support, call Directline, the confidential and free hotline on 1800 888 236.
Get back on track – Tackle your substance problems head-on
Drug and Alcohol Program
The U-Turn Education Program is targeted at those struggling with increasing alcohol or drug dependency. The program aims to improve your education, your resilience to substance use, improve your physical and mental health, and encourage you to take positive action.
To find out more about the U-Turn Program contact us on 1800 270 875 for a confidential discussion .
This service is free to ETU Victoria members and their families.
Register your Interest
Duration: 12 weeks. Register your interest or call us on 1800 270 875 to find out more.
Program Description
This program is for anyone hoping to stop or reduce their drinking or substance use, or for any person seeking additional information and education around their drinking and substance use. It is also a program for anyone who has produced a positive drug or alcohol test result at work.
Some questions to ask yourself:
- Have you ever used drugs or alcohol for longer than planned?
- Have you ever used drugs or alcohol when you didn’t plan/want to?
- Have family and/or friends ever questioned your drinking or substance use?
- Do you ever regret your drinking or substance use?
- Have you ever experienced blackouts as a result of your drinking or substance use?
- Do you ever experience guilt or shame as a result of your actions whilst drinking or using substances?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone, and this program may be for you.
How long does the program run for?
The full program runs for 12 weeks and includes:
- Weekly one-to-one video counselling
- Education tutorials including assigned written work
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Daily Meditation
- Mood Tracker
What happens after the program if I still require help?
Consultation after the completion of the program may lead to referrals to other service providers such as rehabilitation centres or family counsellors.
Eligibility – Support Services
To access Support Services for free, you must be:
- A financial ETU member (includes suspended up to six (6) months)
- An ETU member for more than three (3) months
- A family member (of an eligible ETU member) who fits the definition
For more information read our Eligibility Policy
Service Provider
ADA Australia