Medically managed withdrawal services

CADS Medically managed withdrawal (MMWS) services are for people who have a physical dependence on alcohol and other drugs, such as methamphetamines, benzos, opiates, and who require medical support to withdraw from or reduce their use or to stabilise on medications.

Contact us

Call MMWS for free on 0800 845 1818

9am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Feedback, complaints and booking messages

Call us or complete our online form if you have feedback, complaints or need to message us about an appointment.

Community alcohol and drug service contact form

Where to find us

Medically managed withdrawal inpatient services are located the Auckland City Mission:

140 Hosbon Street
Auckland

Community and home-based services are also available.

Services we provide

CADS provide medically managed withdrawal support through 2 services.

Community and home detox service (CHDS) which supports people at home or elsewhere in the community.
The inpatient unit for people who need 24-hour medical supervision.

If you would like to know if medically managed withdrawal might be an appropriate option for you or you have questions about the process you can:

call us
visit one of our units to make an initial connection and arrange an appointment at CADS North, South, West or Central.

We also offer support groups specifically for whānau, friends and support people

About the inpatient unit

CADS Medically managed withdrawal services in-patient unit is based in Auckland CBD. It has 10 private bedrooms each with its own air conditioning and heating and bathroom. There is a shared dining space, client lounge and group room, and a separate TV room. Private spaces are available where clients can meet their visitors.