SHARPS (Southern Hepatitis/HIV/AIDS Referral & Prevention Service)
Southern Hepatitis/HIV/AIDS Referral & Prevention Service (SHARPS) is a Needle Syringe Program (NSP) located in Frankston with an evening outreach service. SHARPS have a friendly environment with staff who will not judge.
SHARPS is located at 20 Young Street, Frankston from 9:00 am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Here you will find a free supply of:
- clean needles & syringes
- cotton & spoons
- medi–swabs
- condoms & lube
- access to internet and phone (local calls only)
- Advice, referral, support & information.
There is an evening mobile outreach service which operates 7 evenings a week, covering Dandenong, Springvale, Frankston and surrounding areas.
Who can use the service?
Anyone involved in illicit injecting drug use.
Where is the service available?
Primary site:
20 Young Street, Frankston
9.00am to 5.00pm
Tel: 9781 1622 – no appointment necessary
Freeway Outreach:
1800 642 287
Seven evenings a week from 6.30pm to 10pm
Secondary NSP locations with pick up and disposal service:
Frankston Community Health
12-32 Hastings Road, Frankston
8.30 am – 5.00 pm Monday to Friday
Hastings Community Health
85 High Street, Hastings
8.30 am – 5.00 pm Monday to Friday
Services are free