Our Services

Low Threshold Services

Extern's Low Threshold Services offer person-centred support, needle exchange and naloxone for people reducing problematic substance or alcohol use.

How do I get support?

(Northern Trust) Tel:  028 2565 4012  or 07568899196

Email:  [email protected]

(Southern Trust) Tel:  07822872468

Email:  [email protected]

What This Service Aims to Do

Extern's Low Threshold Services support people experiencing problematic substance and alcohol use, using a person-centred approach for individuals who wish to reduce their use. Sessions are personalised and, wherever possible, held at a venue of the client's choice, ensuring comfort and ease throughout the intervention process.

Each year, the team delivers hundreds of interventions, including one-to-one appointments and telephone support, for both individuals and their family networks.

Extern staff member giving advice to a client

Our teams each year deliver hundreds of interventions, including 1-1 appointments and telephone calls to people seeking support, as well as their family networks.

What Support Is Offered

  • Needle exchange programme- safe disposal of used needles and access to clean equipment to reduce the risk of blood-borne infections
  • Naloxone provision- a life-saving medication that can reverse opioid overdoses
  • Multi-session, collaborative interventions- sessions are designed with the client to agree actions and build long-term skills for navigating life's challenges
  • Flexible, client-led venues for sessions

Who Can Access This Service

Low Threshold Services welcome referrals from:

  • Self-referral (individuals themselves)
  • Family members (with the individual's consent)
  • Carers
  • Professionals

Areas We Cover

  • Northern Trust area
  • Southern Trust area

How Do I Get Support?

Northern Trust: Call  028 2565 4012 or  07568 899196 , or email  [email protected]

Southern Trust: Call  07822 872468 , or email  [email protected]

Contact the team

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