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Our Step Up (before a hospital admission) Step Down (after a hospital admission) service offers a short term (up to 14 days) residential environment that is welcoming, calm and safe for adults who are experiencing psychological distress and /or mental health concerns. Adults have the opportunity to participate in structured programs, individual activities and clinical and recovery focused interventions. Step Up Step Down also provides community outreach for up to 4 weeks to ensure support and goals are maintained.
Southside Community Step Up Step Down (SCSUSD) is a community residential and outreach mental health program. The service provides a home-like environment for up to six adults aged 18 to 65 years of age. The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
SCSUSD is for people whose recovery is best suited to short term (up to 14 days) intensive program in a rehabilitative setting. Community outreach is then provided for up to 4 weeks to help sustain progress towards personal recovery goals.
The team at SCSUSD offer:
SCSUSD is an alcohol, drug and smoke-free environment. We recognise the importance of coordinated mental health and AOD responses, along with broader services to support people to make positive changes and enable them to meet their recovery needs based on their strengths, values and goals.
The SCSUSD team comprises a complementary mix of clinical support from the Canberra Health Service and psychosocial support from Stride and Woden Community Service.
Once a referral is submitted, the team will review it to determine if the program is the most appropriate service for the individual’s needs.
If accepted, the person will be contacted to begin the intake process and schedule a time to enter the program. If the referral is not accepted, the person will be directed to other appropriate services.
Emergency ambulance, fire or police
24 hr crisis support & suicide prevention
