Mother's Opioid Dependence Enriched Life Program (MODEL)

Type Of Service

Case Management - Substance Use

Program Description

MODEL is a community-based addictions outreach treatment program for women.

Services are based on a harm reduction approach that recognizes abstinence to reducing substance use as success and are responsive to the relapsing nature of addictions. This program provides practical help and supports women in a respectful, flexible, and culturally appropriate manner to meet their individual needs. Women who are concerned about their substance use and are worried about how it is affecting them, including issues such as hepatitis C and/or HIV, their family, and/or their children can access this service. Social workers are part of the hospital integrated social work service and will accept referrals during daily rounds.

Access Information

All women who are pregnant, or newly parenting, and are users of opioids such as heroin, morphine, codeine, Oxycontin, Percocet, Hydromorphone, fentanyl, Vicodin, etc., are eligible.

Additional Information

• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: Female, Non-Binary / Gender Fluid, Trans Female, Two-Spirit
• Age: All Ages
• Catchment: Municipalities/Areas: English River 21, Kenora, Wabaseemoong, Whitefish Bay 32A, Whitefish Bay 33A, Whitefish Bay 34A
• Fully Accessible
• Languages: English, Interpretation Services
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Lake of the Woods District Hospital - Mental Health and Addictions Program - St. Joseph's Health Centre

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Address

2nd Floor

21 Wolsley Street

Kenora

Operated By

Lake of the Woods District Hospital

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Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 807-467-3555

FAX: 807-468-9083