New interactive map locates drug treatment centres and support services in Laois

The Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, Colm Burke has today launched an interactive map of publicly-funded drug treatment and drug-related family support services.

This map features 442 available services in receipt of public funding that offer these services. The database was created through a partnership between the Department of Health and the Health Research Board.

The purpose of this map is to make it easier for those affected by drug problems to access help, and for loved ones of those struggling with addiction to receive essential supports. 

Pictured- the new interactive map from the Department of Health and the Health Research Board.

“This map is an excellent resource that facilitates individuals to identify and access drug services in the community,” said Minister Burke on the launch.

“People using the database will be directed to services in their community, in line with the Slaintecare principles of delivering the right care in the right place at the right time.”

“Enhancing access to and delivery of drugs services in the community is a strategic priority in the national drug strategy. Considerable resources have been invested in increasing provision of drug services in recent years,” he said. 

“This map is a further initiative to help individuals to navigate and access the wide range of services that are now available for problematic drug and alcohol use.

“I want to thank the Health Research Board for their work on this vital resource which will be an invaluable aid to the newly established HSE Health Regions. It will support more informed decision making and service planning of drug and alcohol services across the six regions. I also acknowledge the support of the HSE and the many voluntary and community organisations whose services are featured in the map,” Minister Burke finished. 

You can access the map here.