Shuswap North Okanagan

Provides trauma-informed treatment for substance dependency. Provides a safe treatment environment for women to establish a solid foundation of recovery, stabilize all health concerns, and plan for ongoing supported recovery in the community following discharge.

The program includes 2 weeks of stabilization and assessment and 10 weeks of intensive treatment. Group programs address trauma, substance dependency, mental and physical health issues. A team of professionals including Doctors, Nurses, a Social Worker, Counsellors, a Recreation Therapist, and a Dietitian works together to provide care for clients.

Treatment approaches include trauma-specific counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, motivational therapy, dialectical behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, psycho-education, skill development, pharmacotherapy, twelve-step programs, and peer support.
Admission Criteria:

Referral Instructions: Referrals are received through the Health Authorities. The referral package is to be filled out by a health professional. Completed referral packages should go to the Health Authority where the client lives. Please see the referral form below.