| Following
the referral you will be placed on the waiting list for a
full assessment. You will be sent an appointment for your
assessment. You will be seen for assessment within 13 weeks
following referral. |
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| What is an
assessment ? |
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| An assessment is
an interview to explore issues around your substance misuse/
dependence. All decisions about treatment are based on each
individuals assessment and are negotiated between yourself,
your keyworker and the doctor, to work towards your stated
goals. We always ask for a urine sample at assessments and
reviews. |
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| What happens
next ? |
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| You will be placed
on a waiting list for a space in service. As soon as it is
your turn, you will be sent a doctor's appointment. |
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| What happens
when I am in service ? |
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| You will be given a
keyworker who will help create, monitor and review your treatment
plan, and deal with any treatment issues that come up. |
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| What about
confidentiality ? |
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| Chester Drug Service
recognises that confidentiality is of great importance to
clients. You can therefore expect that: |
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- We do not share information that you give
us with anyone outside the agency without your permission.*
Occasionally the service is required to give information
to outside agencies, i.e. Probation, who may require information
for court reports. However, we will always attempt to
discuss this with you first.
- Information kept about you will only be used as necessary
to provide you with a good service.
- Your records and case notes will be stored safely on
site and you have theright to apply to see them.
- Your GP will always be informed of your prescription.
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