Department of Veterans' Affairs approved provider
Veterans can access detox and residential rehabilitation at Hader Clinic Queensland with no out-of-pocket treatment cost. One private call is all it takes to get started.
No pressure to commit. Family members, support persons and advocates are welcome to call on a veteran's behalf.
Treatment fully funded by the Department of Veteran Affairs.
Withdrawal support in a licensed private hospital.
A calm residential facility away from triggers.
We move quickly. Typically, admission is arranged in 3-7 days.
Accredited & approved
DVA funding
You don't need to understand the full referral or approval process before contacting us. Our admissions team can talk through your situation and explain what treatment programs are available to you.
What's funded
Individuals with a DVA card can access medically supervised detox and residential rehabilitation with no out-of-pocket treatment cost.
Mental health
Treatment for PTSD, anxiety, depression and trauma is provided alongside alcohol and other drug treatment, so you are not asked to address one without the other.
Not sure where you stand? Our admissions team can talk it through with you over the phone.
You don't need to have all the answers before contacting us. Our admissions team can listen to what has been happening, explain the assessment process and discuss the treatment options available.
It may be time to speak with our team if:
Any treatment recommendation will be based on a clinical assessment of your health, substance use, withdrawal needs and personal circumstances.
Talk through your situationHow admission works
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Call us on 1300 856 847 to book an intake. There's no referral needed to get started.
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Our team talks through your current situation, substance use, mental health, physical health, withdrawal needs and treatment options.
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Call your GP to organise an appointment for a referral before your scheduled admission.
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Our admissions team will contact you to confirm your admission date and time and DVA transport can be arranged if needed.
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Begin a 4, 8, or 12-week treatment program, alongside a detox if required.
A complete treatment pathway
Phase one
Individuals begin with a 28-night program at Hader Clinic Queensland Private Hospital, co-located with our residential treatment facility approximately 2 hours north of Brisbane. This includes medically supervised withdrawal support where required, along with introductory alcohol and other drug education.
Phase two
Clinically suitable clients may then continue into a 4- or 8-week residential treatment program, with structure, distance from everyday triggers and support to address the patterns behind substance use.
Phase three
Clients may also be able to continue into transitional housing, outpatient treatment or online aftercare following residential rehabilitation, offering up to 12 months of treatment for continuity of care and the right level of support required.
Comprehensive support
Detox, withdrawal and residential rehabilitation for veterans.
Medically supervised withdrawal, alongside residential treatment programs.
Treatment for PTSD, anxiety and depression alongside substance use.
4, 8 and 12-week residential rehabilitation, set by clinical assessment.
Recovery involves the people around the veteran too.
Transitional housing, outpatient treatment and online aftercare.
For family & friends
Partners, family and friends are welcome to make the first call
You don't need a DVA reference number, a GP referral, or a treatment plan ready before you call — just an idea of what's been happening. We can talk through:
Reaching out is completely confidential and there's no obligation to proceed. Whatever you share stays between you and our admissions team.
Call about someone you care about
FAQs
Yes, a referral from a GP or treating doctor is required before admission. You can contact our admissions team first to complete an intake assessment. If treatment is considered suitable, we will explain the referral requirements and what your doctor needs to provide.
Priority admission may be available once the intake assessment, referral and funding approval have been completed.
Yes. Our program supports veterans managing PTSD, anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns alongside alcohol or drug use.
Hader Clinic Queensland supports veterans experiencing alcohol, prescription medication, and other drug dependence. Treatment is designed around each person's substance use history, withdrawal needs, mental health, and recovery goals. Common substances we treat include:
You're not on your own
Call our admissions team or complete the form to request a callback. We can talk through what has been happening, answer your questions and explain the treatment options available.
If you or your loved one is ready, we can also arrange an intake assessment and guide you through the next steps.
Call 1300 856 847