SMS - Making a change program
Making a change can be difficult, and requires focus, commitment and support. Keeping motivated is critical in the success of those who make lasting change. Our SMS program provides you with external support, which can help you stay motivated. We will support as you embark on change by providing a four week series of change-focused messages.
Our SMS program will:
- ask you to think about what you are changing and how this will benefit you in the short and long term
- help you prepare for making a change
- give you some ideas as you take action, and
- celebrate with you and keep you motivated as you focus on your commitment to making a change.
Sign up to our free text-based program, you may find them helpful as a starting point for your recovery, or alongside other treatment options to keep you on track. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Each program runs on a 28-day cycle. At the end of the 28 days, you can either repeat the message cycle or unsubscribe.
We will be creating new SMS campaigns regularly, so check in occasionally to see what our new programs are.
Please note: We will not receive any text messages that you reply to, except for a request to unsubscribe message.
SMS Workbook
It can be hard to make a change. This workbook can be a way to reflect on your progress and help you to stay motivated.
Take time to fill in this workbook each day of the program.
The workbook includes:
- what you hope to achieve
- changes you want to make
- your goals and tools to achieve them
- strategies for change and
- reflecting on what you have achieved at the end of the program.
Can I sign up someone else for the service?
You should only sign yourself up for this service. If you are finding it difficult to start a conversation with someone about their drug or alcohol use, our counsellors can give you some strategies to get the conversation started.
When will I receive my first message?
Once you sign up, you will start receiving messages the following day at the scheduled time for your selected program. Morning messages go out around 8 am and afternoon messages go out about 3 pm.
Can I unsubscribe?
You can unsubscribe from this service at any time. When you unsubscribe you will stop receiving messages instantly.
How do I unsubscribe?
To unsubscribe, respond to the text message with the unsubscribe text we provide.
If you are receiving messages and need additional assistance unsubscribing, please contact us.
Can I reply to the message?
We will not receive any replies you send, and your provider may still charge you. Feedback or issues can be sent to us via the Contact us page. If you would like to talk to a counsellor, you may be interested in online counselling.
