The Salvation Army is entering an exciting new chapter, announcing the relocation of its long-standing residential drug and alcohol rehabilitation program to two new sites.
The relocation to Berkeley Vale and Morisset represents a significant expansion of services, creating new opportunities to deliver the organisation's highly successful, accredited and Deakin university-evaluated rehabilitation program in more accessible and community-integrated settings. Operating across two locations allows the service to better meet the diverse needs of participants, improve access to care, and support greater connection and assimilation within the community.
This transition marks both a moment of reflection and a bold step forward. The organisation acknowledges and celebrates the history of its former Dooralong site, where countless lives were transformed through the commitment, compassion and expertise of staff, and the determination and courage of participants who walked through its doors. The legacy of this site will remain a cornerstone of the organisation's identity and values.
"This move is about growth, accessibility and strengthening our ability to support people where they are," said Andy Biddle, NSW/ACT State Manager AOD. "While we celebrate the incredible work and history of the Dooralong site, we are excited about what this relocation means for participants, families, the community and the extraordinary impact to people's lives, that's to come.
Along with the two new sites, The Salvation Army has also introduced a new community-based Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD) service at The Salvation Army at Gosford, providing additional flexible options for individuals seeking support to overcome drug and alcohol challenges. The service complements the residential programs, offering pathways to care that better suit individual circumstances and stages of recovery.
The Salvation Army's commitment to the Central Coast and the Hunter remains unwavering. For more than six decades, the Salvos have stood alongside the community, providing evidence-based treatment, expert care and compassionate support and it will continue to do so for generations to come.
"We have been here for over 60 years, and we are not going anywhere," Andy Biddle said. "This expansion reinforces our long-term commitment to delivering the highest quality care and ensuring people in our community can access the help they need, when they need it."
