Our Impact

The difference we make

Thanks to our generous supporters, disadvantaged young people across Australia are accessing the support and resources they need to take control of their health and wellbeing. This is done primarily through connecting young people to youth workers who work tirelessly to understand the needs of each individual and provide access to the support and tools to get their life back on track.

Youth Workers have the passion and skill required to help these young people to:

Overcome mental health and substance use issues

Find safe and secure housing

Participate in work or study

Reconnect with family and help others

Resolve legal issues

Develop an identity as a valuable contributor to community life

Did you know?

Since 1998 YSAS has supported

85851

young people and their families

3 in 10

Young Australians report that alcohol and/or drugs are a problem for their family and peers.

1 in 4

Young Australians are at risk of developing serious mental illness in their lifetime.

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Detox & rehabilitation treatment

One of the services provided by YSAS is detox and rehabilitation treatment. Short and long-term residential stays help young people experiencing substance use issues learn relapse prevention strategies, how to minimise harm, improve their physical health, develop life skills and identify goals.

57 %

Don’t have stable housing

77 %

Have serious mental heath concerns

35 %

Have diagnosed mental health problems

> 50 %

Have experienced some form
of abuse

> 60 %

Have been involved with the justice system

35 %

Experience significant family conflict and disconnection

Years of misery and harm can be avoided when mental health and drug problems are resolved early.

After completing at least 2 weeks of treatment:

95 %

Don’t have stable housing

90 %

Have serious mental heath concerns

91 %