The Hamilton Centre’s training has been invaluable in supporting my practice and our service to deliver more effective integrated mental health and addiction care. The workshops and in-person trainings have helped me better understand the link and adverse reactions between different medications, tobacco, and AOD substances, and also deepen my understanding of the impacts of stigma on CALD and lower socio-economic communities. This knowledge has strengthened my ability to identify potential medication contradictions and advocate for clients’ safety. I would love to see all levels of staff – including lived experience peer workers and managers – complete the Hamilton Centre’s eight online training modules, as well as in-person workshops where applicable."

Charlotte Olifent, AOD Clinician (Associate), Latrobe Mental Health and Wellbeing Local

Support and education from the Hamilton Centre greatly improved my knowledge and confidence in combining mental health support with pharmacotherapy advice and referral options. The Hamilton Centre’s person-centred approach makes a real difference for people with dual diagnosis. By looking at the whole picture, not just one part of someone’s experience, they’ve helped me provide more meaningful support and build stronger engagement. Everyone I have dealt with at the Hamilton Centre has been friendly, non-judgmental, helpful and informative. Also, knowing that we can call its helpline for further information or advice is such a huge help."

Jo Thomas, Consumer Peer Worker

The Hamilton Centre has helped me understand how I can better interact with mental health and drug and alcohol patients. The online module on therapeutic relationships and the modules on stigma have been very helpful in changing the way I work with these patients, and in being able to engage them better in treatment. I acknowledge that people with mental health and AOD issues get hit with double stigma, so these are my favourite modules."

Leighlan Phillips, AOD Nurse Practitioner - Mildura