The Coping Unit in Sandnes offers health and care services for adults with substance abuse and mental health challenges. The organization has a particular focus on supporting residents between 18 and 30 years of age through the IPS ung program, which emphasizes work and education. In addition to individual services, the Coping Unit arranges customized courses and information meetings for refugees, and provides support to relatives, family and friends of people with mental health or addiction challenges.
The services offered are based on an evidence-based approach, and the emphasis is on documented results to improve the quality of life of the users. The Coping Unit focuses on recovery-supporting help and the development of coping strategies, and collaborates closely with residents as well as user and relative organizations to adapt the help to the individual's needs.