Banyan House (Darwin, N.T) is a therapeutic community, which is a group of people working together to overcome their common problem of alcohol and/or other drug addiction.
At Banyan House, recovery means regaining lost or diminished capability, health or previous level of functioning. In other words, returning to a state of physical and mental health.
Our view of recovery extends beyond achieving and maintaining abstinence to encompass lifestyle and identity change.
At Banyan House, recovery involves residents taking an active role in your own recovery by following a structured program that incorporates a system of trust, individual responsibility & community participation.
The community structure provides the opportunity for people to reflect upon their previous lifestyle that has led them along a path of alcohol and other drug misuse.
Within the therapeutic community, residents learn new behaviours and gain new perspectives on life and it is with the support of other recovering addicts and the guidance of staff at Banyan House that positive changes can be made.
A Banyan House is a new facility built in 2009. Residents enjoy modern single or twin share rooms with en-suites and community kitchen, dining and group facilities. Bicycles, a gym area, children’s play-gym and games room are also available for residents and their children.
Banyan House is situated on 3 hectares among bush and gardens at Berrimah. Residential facilities comprise
18 rooms – air conditioned with private ensuite bathrooms in which we accommodate clients in the recovery program;, and two similar rooms for Withdrawal clients,
Residents enjoy modern single or twin share rooms with en-suites and community kitchen, dining and group facilities. Bicycles, a gym area, and games room are also available for residents and their children.
Banyan House is situated among bush and gardens at Berrimah. Residential facilities comprise 18 units accommodating one or two residents, and two self-contained units.
To lead the way in recovery, developing emotionally strong, healthy individuals, families and communities free from the effects of substance misuse
The Forster Foundation acknowledges the traditional owners of the country on which we work and live and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures; and to elders both past and present.
Number of Residents: 30
Age Range : 18 Years + ( Also permitted Children of Residence)
Approximate Payment: 80% Centrelink
Length of Stay: 3 months +
Types of Treatment: Alcohol/Drugs
Dual Diagnosis Treatment:
Non-smoking facility
Banyan House (Darwin, N.T)
CONTACT:
The Forster Foundation (trading as) Banyan House
Banyan House,
PO Box 312
Berrimah, NT 0828
PH: (08) 8942 7400 during business hours (8.30am – 4.00pm)
Written referrals and documentation can be faxed to (08) 8947 1093 or emailed to
If any information is inaccurate please contact here.
I was impressed by the level of care and support I received at the drug and alcohol rehab. The staff was amazing and always available to help, and the facilities were top-notch and provided a comfortable and safe environment. I would recommend this facility to anyone seeking help with addiction
Before entering rehab, the relapses were a constant source of fear and anxiety, causing me to feel like I was losing my mind and my grip on reality. The staff here were instrumental in my recovery journey. Their knowledge and expertise helped me understand the root causes of my addiction and provided me with the tools I needed to overcome it.