Canadian Mental Health Association Huron Perth - Addiction and Mental Health Services - Opiate/Methadone Support Program - SW Stroke Network

Application

Call intake at 519-271-6819 ext 501 to book an appointment

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Adults, youth and families who are affected by substance use and dependence, gambling/behavioural issues, and/or mental health concerns

Fees

Free

Languages

English

Language Note

Interpretation and translation for a variety of languages available upon request

Area(s) Served

Huron County and Perth County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Offers individual counselling and case management services for people who experience problematic opioid use, or are on an opioid substitution program, such as methadone or suboxone

Services include:

individual counselling supports (identifying triggers, reducing harm, relapse prevention)
support with harm reduction or abstinence-based goals an access to harm reduction supplies
recommendations regarding treatment options
help with understanding opioid dependence and opioid replacement therapy
assistance with adjusting to the program, evaluating taper readiness etc.
referral to both internal and external services and advocacy for the same
case management services (linking client to supports for housing, transportation, health care and finances)
collaboration with methadone prescribers