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Malvern Private is Australia’s leading provider of Drug and Alcohol Addiction Rehabilitation Recovery Treatment Programs. We are a fully accredited with second addition National Quality in Health Care Standards and are a health fund endorsed facility. As a Private Hospital, Private Health Insurance excess and gap costs vary depending on the level of cover. Our staff will give an estimate of the fees prior to admission. We have contracts with all funds and claim directly from them. The admission and referral process is initially via the phone and can be done by self-referral, family or friend, GP or by other clinicians such as psychologists and counsellors.

A Holistic Approach

Our aim to provide a rounded program, offering not only withdrawal from drugs and alcohol, but a range of therapies and tutorials to focus on mind, body and soul, restoring optimal health. Before any person is admitted, they will undergo a pre-admission assessment by an Assessment.

This is a face to face interview and takes about an hour. Our assessment staff will discuss client history, and thoroughly brief the client on all aspects of the program so they can make an informed decision as to whether the program is suitable for their needs.

The Rehabilitation Phase

• Introduction to a range of therapeutic approaches to recovery, from trained, experienced and dedicated staff.
• Psychological interventions include 1:1 therapies and group psychotherapy sessions.
• Abstinence based mindset
• Individual and group counselling sessions.
• Therapeutic listening and problem solving programs, focusing on specific situations with individually tailored strategies.
• Art therapy.
• Exercise: walks, yoga or relaxation sessions.
• Intensive group therapy, sharing experiences and stories with others in recovery.
• Healthy ways to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
• Real time practice in attending AA meetings, NA meetings, GA meetings and in-house meetings.
• Formal discharge planning to increase the likelihood of success after discharge.
• Liaison with recovery support accommodation providers where needed.
• A separate support and education program for families.

Flexible Stay Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Treatment Program

Malvern Private offers bright, renovated surroundings during your stay. Clients are admitted into the intensive residential Drug and Alcohol Addiction Rehabilitation Recovery Treatment Program. The residential stay encompasses elements of detoxification rehabilitation to trauma informed therapies. The program attempts to replicate a normal living environment within the confines of a hospital. Clients need to be a minimum age of 21 years of age to be accepted into the program.

We monitor and measure client recovery rates and outcomes and benchmark ourselves against the best programs in the world. We pride ourselves on being Australia’s leading Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation Treatment Facility. 

A Holistic Approach

Our aim to provide a rounded program, offering not only withdrawal from drugs and alcohol, but a range of therapies and tutorials to focus on mind, body and soul, restoring optimal health. Before any person is admitted, they will undergo a pre-admission assessment by an Assessment.

This is a face to face interview and takes about an hour. Our assessment staff will discuss client history, and thoroughly brief the client on all aspects of the program so they can make an informed decision as to whether the program is suitable for their needs.

The Rehabilitation Phase

Introduction to a range of therapeutic approaches to recovery, from trained, experienced and dedicated staff.

• Psychological interventions include 1:1 therapies and group psychotherapy sessions.
• Abstinence based mindset
• Individual and group counselling sessions.
• Therapeutic listening and problem solving programs, focusing on specific situations with individually tailored strategies.
• Art therapy.
• Exercise: walks, yoga or relaxation sessions.
• Intensive group therapy, sharing experiences and stories with others in recovery.
• Healthy ways to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.
• Real time practice in attending AA meetings, NA meetings, GA meetings and in-house meetings.
• Formal discharge planning to increase the likelihood of success after discharge.
• Liaison with recovery support accommodation providers where needed.
• A separate support and education program for families.

Abstinence Based Program

Malvern Private ensure that patients are discharged free of Alcohol and Drugs, that’s why we are considered one of the best Rehabilitation Centres Melbourne has to offer. We do not prescribe maintenance doses of medication, as we believe this is a benefit to long-term success. We also firmly believe that abstinence is possible.

The Withdrawal (Detoxification) Phase

Detoxification is different for every client and the detoxification process can last for several days. We do not prescribe maintenance doses of medication. During the detoxification or withdrawal period, we utilise medications minimally.

Discharge Planning

The treating team will collaborate with the client during their stay to prepare a plan for discharge and beyond.

This discharge plan includes:

• Attendance at the Day Program and Continuing Care Programs.
• Continued education and support at the Family Support Program if needed, so they understand how to best support recovery.
• Attend AA/NA/GA meetings on a regular, ongoing basis.
• Develop a relationship with support persons such as a sponsor, counsellor or therapist.
• Develop a crisis management plan.
• Address urgent practical problems before discharge.

If you require community services post discharge, these will be organised prior to your discharge.

Where required and practicable, arrangements will be made for clients to go into supported accommodation post-discharge.