2024 will see the commencement of construction of a new Oakdene House premises. The state-of-the-art problem gambling and alcohol addiction treatment centre, a global first-of-its kind, conceptualises what is possible in the realm of problem gambling and alcoholism treatment in Australia and across the globe.
The purpose-built facility will offer services to any Australian in need, offering Oakdene House’s unique Life Choices program group, along with independently-run 12-step meetings. The new centre will feature ultra-modern amenities and dedicated program spaces, including a calming Zen Garden situated within an expansive outdoor area. Oakdene’s focus is on rehabilitation, holistic wellness and providing a safe place and in turn removing the stigma and shame addicts often face when they reach out for help.
This new centre has always been the ultimate goal of Oakdene House, which has been operating in Fairfield for the past 13 years. The team is extremely proud to see their vision come to fruition.
Anthony Sobb, founding Chairman of Oakdene House, said he hopes this new facility will set a new standard of care that can be adopted not just around Australia, but around the world.
“Oakdene House has been operating for 13 years and has already proven to be an exemplary model of what can happen when the stigma around addiction is broken. This new facility is set to be a gamechanger – taking our standard of care to a whole new level. We want to show the world what can happen when you break down barriers and expel the shame from addiction treatment,” Anthony said.
Once complete Oakdene House will be a welcomed addition to what is becoming a dedicated precinct of support in the area. Fairfield currently plays host to Oakdene House’s existing facility, along with Oakdene Kitchen providing hot nutritious meals to the food insecure as a result of the escalating cost of living and Oakdene Ladies Boutique which aims to empower disadvantaged women.
The opening of the new facility marks a significant milestone for the Western Sydney community and will provide much-needed support to those who may be struggling with addiction.
It is expected that construction of the new Oakdene House facility will be complete in early 2025.
Click below for a preview of the new centre and some of the ongoing construction.
