Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation

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The Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation (CIDAF) is a not‑for‑profit organisation that operates Foundation House, a residential drug, alcohol, and gambling rehabilitation service in Lilyfield, NSW, along with mental health and counselling programs for construction workers and the wider community.

Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia
foundationhouse.net.au

About Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation

The Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation (CIDAF) is an Australian not‑for‑profit organisation focused on supporting people affected by alcohol, drugs, gambling and related mental health challenges, particularly those working in the construction industry. CIDAF operates Foundation House, a 28‑day residential rehabilitation centre in Lilyfield, New South Wales, and FoundoBlue, an outreach counselling and training service for construction workers that delivers mental health, alcohol and drug, gambling, and suicide awareness and prevention training.([parliament.nsw.gov.au](https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/lcdocs/submissions/88032/0038%20The%20Construction%20Industry%20Drug%20and%20Alcohol%20Foundation%20%28CIDAF%29.pdf?utm_source=openai))

A charge from “THE CONSTRUCTION IND LILYFIELD” on a bank or card statement is likely to relate to payment for residential rehabilitation at Foundation House, counselling or outreach services through FoundoBlue, or fees associated with training or support programs run by CIDAF. In some cases it may represent an instalment, a program fee paid by an employer on behalf of a worker, or a payment for follow‑up outpatient counselling after completion of a residential stay. Because banks often truncate or shorten merchant names, “THE CONSTRUCTION IND” maps to “Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation,” and “LILYFIELD” refers to the suburb where Foundation House operates.

If you are unsure about this charge, the best steps are to check recent admission paperwork, counselling invoices, or email receipts from Foundation House or FoundoBlue, and to speak with the cardholder or any family member who may be receiving treatment or support. You can also contact Foundation House or CIDAF directly using the contact details on their official website, quoting the transaction date and amount so they can confirm what service was billed. If you still do not recognise the payment after speaking with them, contact your bank or card issuer to dispute the transaction or request a card replacement in case of card misuse.

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  1. THE CONSTRUCTION IND LILYFIELD

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from "THE CONSTRUCTION IND LILYFIELD" on my card?

This descriptor is likely your bank’s shortened form of the Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation, which operates Foundation House in Lilyfield, NSW. The charge usually relates to program fees for residential rehabilitation, counselling, or training services provided by Foundation House or its FoundoBlue outreach program.

Could my employer in the construction industry have paid Foundation House on my behalf?

Yes. In some cases, construction companies or unions support workers by paying all or part of their rehabilitation or counselling costs through CIDAF. The transaction may therefore appear under your name or your employer’s card even if the service was arranged through a workplace support program.

Is this a recurring subscription or a one‑time payment?

Most payments to the Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation are one‑off charges associated with a specific residential stay, counselling block, or training session. However, if you have agreed to a payment plan or instalments, you may see multiple charges over several weeks or months that look similar in description and amount.

How can I get an invoice or receipt for a Foundation House charge?

You can request an invoice or receipt by contacting Foundation House directly using the phone or email details on foundationhouse.net.au. Provide your full name, approximate program dates, and the last four digits of the card used so they can locate the transaction and issue documentation for your records or for insurance, union, or employer reimbursement.

How do I question or dispute an amount charged by the Construction Industry Drug and Alcohol Foundation?

First, contact Foundation House or CIDAF directly and ask them to confirm what service was billed and on what dates. If you still believe the charge is incorrect after speaking with them, gather any supporting documents and raise a dispute with your bank or card issuer, who can investigate and, if appropriate, initiate a chargeback.

Can I arrange for future payments to CIDAF to be paused or changed?

If you are on a payment plan for treatment or counselling, contact Foundation House’s administration or accounts team to discuss changing, pausing, or restructuring your payments. They can advise on options such as revised instalments, alternative funding sources, or support from your employer or union if you work in the construction industry.

Why does the descriptor mention "Construction" when the service is rehab and counselling?

CIDAF was originally established to support workers in the NSW construction industry, and it continues to focus heavily on that workforce, even though it now also serves the general public. That history is reflected in its name and in how banks display the merchant descriptor, which may appear as “THE CONSTRUCTION IND” followed by the suburb "LILYFIELD."

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