Fresh Start Recovery Programme

Fresh Start Recovery Programme is a not-for-profit substance use disorder recovery centre with a mission to provide comprehensive science and evidence-based substance use disorder treatment that is accessible and affordable, to facilitate a future free from the effects of substance use disorders for individuals, families and communities. Established in 1997, after its founder Dr George O’Neil treated several pregnant women battling with heroin dependence as part of his work in obstetrics and gynaecology. The women and their families were desperate for treatment options that would lead to an opiate free life. In his search for alternatives, Dr O’Neil has become an advocate for non-addictive medical treatments. Since then, Fresh Start has been based on a holistic approach to treatment, with emphasis placed on multifaceted treated, tailored to the individual. Services available include GP consultations, pharmacotherapies, hepatitis C treatment, counselling, chaplaincy, pathology services, education and training, housing and rehabilitation.