Windana: definition - a Koori word meaning “which way?” Windana refers to a crossroads, a turning point in life. Windana is about offering people choices, to take their lives in a new direction.

We believe that change and growth are possible in all individuals as long as they so choose.

We acknowledge the diversity in the nature of individuals and the many aspects of their lives (physical, psychological, spiritual, social).

We therefore will be holistic in our attitudes, universal in our approach and provide as many facilities, options and stratagems as possible. We will ensure that not just one aspect of life or one single basis for change will dominate the whole.

We believe that growth is an ongoing learning process and that it will be sustained by providing a safe caring environment where new behaviour and ideas can be freely experienced in an open, honest interaction with the whole Windana Community.

Staff and clients at Windana have recently been involved in an extensive process to encapsulate what Windana means to them.

Key words they used to describe Windana:

Optimistic... Eclectic... Honest... Safe... Tolerant... Challenging... Creative... Flexible... Hopeful... Open-minded... Warm... Understanding...

Vision
We envisage a society which enables individuals and families to recover from harmful alcohol and drug use and to build positive lives in mutually supportive and accepting communities.

Mission
We will achieve our vision by providing holistic drug and alcohol information, support, education and treatment services to individuals and families.

We will draw on our specialist expertise to increase community understanding of drug and alcohol related issues and we will develop a pro-active, educative focus to our work.

Values
We are committed to embracing the following core values:

Holistic - incorporating a range of approaches and giving attention to all aspects of an individual

Supportive – unflagging in our belief in individuals who wish to change and grow

Inclusive – respecting differences in culture, religion, gender, age, family situation, background and economic status

Integrity – ensuring honesty and respect in all our relationships

Innovative – drawing on our expertise to develop new approaches to information, education, support and treatment

Accountable – ensuring our processes and practices are open, fair and honest

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