Residential Withdrawal Management

Type Of Service

Bed-Based Withdrawal Management

Program Description

The Ottawa Withdrawal Management Centre (OWMC) offers a non-medical, co-ed residential service for persons who are intoxicated, in withdrawal and/or in crisis related to their substance use. Pre-admission screening by OWMC staff ensures a safe withdrawal in a non-medical setting. Initial support to individuals during crisis stage involves regular monitoring of symptoms of withdrawal. Once stabilized, individuals participate in educational, motivational and 12-step groups. Other services include assessment to determine treatment goals and referrals and also discharge planning.

French to follow:
Le Centre de gestion du sevrage d'Ottawa (CGSO) offre un service résidentiel mixte non médical aux personnes en état d'ébriété, en sevrage et/ou en crise liée à leur consommation de substances. La pré-admission se fait par le personnel du CGSO qui assure une gestion de sevrage en sécurité dans un environnement non-médical. Le support initial aux individus implique un suivi régulier des symptômes de sevrage. Une fois stabilisé(e)s, les individus participent à divers groupes de support, soit éducatif, motivationnel ou « 12 étapes». D'autres services offerts inclus une évaluation pour déterminer les objectifs du traitement et les suivis appropriés.

Access Information

Referral accepted from all sources. Please call to see if a bed is available.

Additional Information

• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: 16 and up
• Catchment: Ontario Health Regions: East (Champlain)
• Fully Accessible
• Languages: French, English
• Virtual Service: No

Location

Ottawa Withdrawal Management Centre

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Address

1777 Montreal Road

Ottawa

Operated By

Montfort Renaissance Inc.

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Hours

Main Hours: Open 24/7

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 613-241-1525