Cyrenian House is a not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) sector since 1981. As one of the leading AOD treatment services in WA, we have consistently demonstrated our capacity to deliver professional and effective treatment services.
We draw on a wide range of approaches including the Therapeutic Community Model, 12 Step recovery models, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Systems Theory, Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Social Learning Theory. A wide range of programs, both residential and non-residential, provide treatment options to suit individual needs.
Residential Treatment (Therapeutic Community Programs)
A Therapeutic Community (TC) is an evidence-based approach to alcohol and other drug treatment. A TC is a residential treatment facility in which the community through self-help and mutual support is the principal means for promoting social change.
Cyrenian House operates two TCs: The Rick Hammersley Centre and Serenity Lodge. Both TCs offer services to adults 18 years and older.
Rick Hammersley Centre Therapeutic Community (RHCTC)
Situated within 32 acres of natural bushland, 30 minutes north of Perth. It comprises
two programs:
• Mixed Gender Program
The program caters for up to 40 people with an equal balance of male and female residents. Six priority beds are held for Aboriginal people seeking treatment. The program includes counselling, therapeutic groups, education and physical activity in a TC model environment.
• Saranna Women and Children's Program (Saranna)
Saranna provides an opportunity for mothers with young children in their care to access a residential alcohol and other drug treatment service within a therapeutic community setting.
Serenity Lodge Therapeutic Community (SLTC)
Located approximately 40 minutes south of Perth and is only a short stroll from the beach. The four stage program caters for up to 40 people with an equal balance of male and female residents. The program includes counselling, therapeutic groups, education and physical activity in a TC model environment.