If you are seeking help to withdraw from, or stabilize your alcohol and/or substance use, our Outpatient Withdrawal Management (OWM) can help. We are a team of nurses working together with other community based services, including physicians, to provide you with caring, and compassionate planned withdrawal and substance stabilization services at home, in community on an outpatient basis.

Call 310-MHSU (6478) to connect with your local Mental Health & Substance Use centre

Resources

Outpatient Withdrawal Management Flyer
Outpatient Withdrawal Management Resource List

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this service referral based?

 No.

Can this service be offered virtually?

No.

Does this service support those who live on reserve?

 Yes.

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