The Salvation Army Bridge Programme - Te Tai Tokerau (Northland)

Who We Are

The Salvation Army Whangārei Bridge provides treatment pathways for people experiencing harm from alcohol &/or drug use. Treatment options include Making Changes Group, Bridge Day Programme, and Brief Intervention.

Where We Are Based

Upstairs 3-7 Aubrey Street, Whangarei 0112.

Our Service

Non-residential community-based alcohol and other drug support.

Duration of Engagement

• Making Changes Group: Wednesdays 12:30pm – 2:30pm (4 sessions).

• Bridge Day Programme: Monday – Thursday 9:10am – 12:15pm (8 weeks).

• Brief Intervention: Up to 6 x One to One Sessions to address specific needs.

Engagement length varies depending on individual need, goals, and intervention type. Support may range from brief intervention to longer-term counselling and group participation.

What We Offer

Treatment pathways include:

• Making Changes Group: this group explores the impact of alcohol &/or drug use and sets goals for change
• Bridge Day Programme: a more in-depth educational group to help reduce the harm experienced from alcohol &/or drug use
• Brief Intervention: Up to 6 x One to One Sessions to address specific needs
• Recovery Church Whangārei: Whangārei Salvation Army, 3–7 Aubrey Street, Whangārei. Fridays, 6 pm. Phone: 09 438 8335. No booking is required; just come along

How to Get in Touch

• Phone: 09 430 7500 or 0800 530 000
• Email: northland.bridge@salvationarmy.org.nz
• Website: https://bridge.salvationarmy.org.nz/
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am – 4.30pm
• Referrals: Accepted via self-referral, agencies/external providers, or GPs