Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM)

Type Of Service

Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinic

Program Description

The Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM) is a space where individuals can access support for substance use disorders.

RAAM is a low-barrier, walk-in clinic that individuals can access without an appointment or formal referral. RAAM services are covered by OHIP and are available to those who may need to obtain a health care. Services are time-limited, and individuals are transferred back to primary care upon completion of their participation.

RAAM provides holistic, trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment and interventions for both abstinence and harm-reduction needs.

Services offered include:
- assessment of substance-use concerns
- review of treatment options
- education and medication support related to withdrawal and cravings
- brief individual counselling and peer support
- education on overdose prevention and the use of naloxone
- referrals to longer-term supports for ongoing care.

Access Information

Self-referrals are recommended.

Walk-ins are available and scheduled follow-ups may be planned. Clinics are closed on statutory holidays.

Additional Information

• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: 16 and up
• Catchment: Municipalities/Areas: Kitchener
• Fully Accessible
• Languages: English
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

House of Friendship - Kitchener - Duke Street W

Program Website

Website

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Address

2nd Level

150 Duke Street W

Kitchener

Operated By

House of Friendship of Kitchener

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Hours

Walk-in: Thursday: 9:00 AM - 2:30 PMScheduled appointments: Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 1-519-957-5000

Alternative phone.: 1-519-742-8327 ext. 562