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A world first veterans’ recovery program treats PTSD and substance use issues at same time 13 April
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A new free treatment program that is the first of its kind in the world is aimed at reducing the impact of PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Substance Use Disorder (SUD) for veterans.
The pilot program, commencing on 3 May, is being offered free of charge to eligible former personnel of the Australian Army, Navy and Air Force.
The Veterans’ COPE Recovery Program, takes a new approach by treating both PTSD and SUD at the same time, rather than as separate issues.
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North Shore parole officers share their stories in podcast
Parole officers from across Sydney reveal what it’s like to work with offenders one-on-one in a ground-breaking new podcast, Behind the Walls.
Hosted by crime author Michael Duffy, the six-part series features first-hand accounts from 30 correctional officers about what really happens behind the walls of prisons and doors of parole offices in NSW.
One such interview is with Grace Wong, who works at Hornsby Community Corrections where staff supervise parolees and offenders on community-based court sentences.
“We do get a lot of clients who walk through the door with histories of childhood trauma, sexual abuse, exposure to violence at an early age and domestic violence,” Ms Wong said.
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Personal Injury Commission officially opens
Navigating the complex dispute resolution system for injured workers and road users is now a lot easier, thanks to the State Government’s new Personal Injury Commission officially beginning its work from today.
Minister for Customer Service Victor Dominello and Attorney General Mark Speakman spoke at a Ceremonial Sitting today to open the Commission. The President of the Commission Judge Gerard Phillips presided over the ceremony at the NSW District Court.
Mr Dominello said the tribunal puts injured people at the centre of the insurance dispute process and will provide claimants with a one-stop shop for assistance.