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Substance Use Connections Teams

Our Substance Use Connections Teams support people who use drugs in both hospital and community settings.

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Our Substance Use Connections Teams support people who use drugs in both hospital and community settings. Clinicians who support this priority response provide the following services if you present with/or are at risk of overdose: - Short term follow up to support seamless linkages to community based addictions care - Referrals to Opioid Agonist Treatment - Liaison with Addiction Medicine Consultation Services - Assessment & treatment support - Safe discharge planning from hospital settings.

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

Resources

Substance Use Connections Resource List
Youth Substance Use Services Resource List
Substance Use Connections Flyer

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a referral required?

No

Does your service support those who live on reserve?

Yes

Can this service be offered virtually?

No, this service is provided in hospital or community settings.

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