Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare's Withdrawal Management Services Program now has two new beds to help those suffering from severe addiction.
The two new Intensive Bed-Based Addiction Services are designated for those 16 years or older seeking support to withdraw from substance dependency.
The program is geared towards clients with severe substance dependency with anticipated medical needs during the immediate withdrawal period.
The one-time funding for the beds came from the provincial government's Addictions Recovery Fund. It will support the initiative in the 2022/23 and 2023/24 fiscal years.
Referrals are now being accepted into the Intensive Bed-Based Addictions Services program. Referrals into HDGH’s WMS are accepted through self-referral, through community partner organizations or from the Emergency Department by calling WMS Centre at 519-257-5225 for bed availability and admission eligibility.
Staff will determine if intensive bed-based services are needed or if the patient would benefit from a supervised withdrawal bed or community outreach.
