Youth Alcohol and Drug Service

YADS provides a broad range of alcohol and other drug treatment and support services, health promotion and early intervention initiatives aimed primarily at young people 12- 24 years, their families and significant others throughout the NW and West Coast of Tasmania.

We also provide outreach.

Who this service is for

Young people, 12 -24, and their families/carers/friends.

Cost

Free

Opening Hours

9:00am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday

How this service is delivered

  • Face-to-face

    Feel free to visit our offices

  • Call or visit us online

    You can contact us by phone

  • We'll come to you (outreach)

    We visit clients rights across the North West and West Coasts. Contact us to arrange an appointment

Updated: 11/10/2024

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