Support to reduce or quit alcohol

Reducing or quitting alcohol can help improve mood, sleep and energy, improve relationships, save money and lower your risk of health conditions such as cancer and heart disease.

But if you’re a regular or heavy drinker, it can be dangerous to reduce or quit alcohol on your own. It’s a good idea to discuss first with your doctor or relevant health professional.

Teachers Health supports eligible* members with the following programs to reduce or quit alcohol.

How it works

This 12-month alcohol detox program equips you with tools and strategies to manage your alcohol use. The 3-stage (medically-supervised) process involves assessment and preparation, detox week, and aftercare (group and individual telehealth support). Check your suitability online or contact us through the enquiry form below.

Eligibility

The At Home Detox program might be right for you* if the following apply:

• You’re looking for support to detox from alcohol
• You can be supported safely and appropriately through a telehealth service
• You have an ongoing relationship with a GP
• You’re 18 years or older
• You meet the clinical eligibility (and not the exclusion) criteria, which are discussed during your first phone call with us
• You’re a Teachers Health member with Top Hospital cover, paid up to date, with the 2-month waiting period served.

This program is delivered by Healthcare Services in tandem with our specialist partner Clean Slate Clinic. 

How it works

This program is designed to reduce the risk or stop the progression of chronic disease through personalised guidance from a healthcare professional. It starts with an initial assessment with a Healthcare Services Registered Nurse, focusing on all health and lifestyle factors that may affect your wellbeing. Our registered nurses help participants develop a personalised action plan based on their health goals to enable the desired changes. This is followed by regular health coaching to provide encouragement and support to overcome barriers, and education to help individuals succeed and sustain changes long term.

Eligibility

The Health Management Program may be right for you* if:

• You’re looking for information, advice, and support to help you manage a health condition or risk factors such as alcohol intake; and
• You’re a Teachers Health member with Hospital cover (excluding Starterpak), paid up to date, with 12-month waiting periods served.

This program is delivered over the phone by Healthcare Services Registered Nurses.

To learn more about these programs, or start the process, get in touch via our online contact form or email info@teachershealthcare.com.au.

If you need urgent mental health support, please get help right away by contacting one of the following services:

• Triple zero (000), or your closest hospital emergency department
• Lifeline 13 11 14
• Beyondblue 1300 22 4636

*To be eligible for a program you must be a member of Teachers Health and have Hospital cover with all relevant waiting periods served. Hospital cover requirements and waiting periods vary for different programs. Additional eligibility criteria may apply.

These programs are brought to members through Teachers Healthcare Services ('Healthcare Services'), an initiative of Teachers Health, to support members' health and wellbeing through quality, evidence-based health management. Eligible members are connected with a dedicated Healthcare Services care coordinator who supports them along the way.