Addiction Treatment

Offers a methadone maintenance program for opiate dependence based on an intensive outpatient model, over a 12-24 month periodServices include: Initial intake screening procedure A signed treatment contract Focused medical examination Appropriate lab tests Initial as well as ongoing supervised urinalysis Weekly group and individual therapy Regular medical follow-ups and supervision Regular daily Methadone dosing Treatment of substance use related illness and/or diseases (such as Hepatitis C and HIV infection) After care programAlso offers onsite, in partnership with the Northwestern Health Unit: Needle Exchange Program Naloxone Overdose Response Program - a lifesaving medication that can quickly restore the breathing of a person who has overdosed on heroin or prescription opioid pain medication Hepatitis C education and prevention strategies, safe inhalation information and overall health and well-being support