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Summary
of Programs:
Women
Only Program - This program is specifically for women over 18
years old that have identified addiction/mental health concerns.
Men Only Program - This program is specifically for men over 18
years old that have identified addiction/mental health concerns.
Guidelines:
Please
follow the following guidelines when making a referral for treatment
for all programs:
- The
client has at least 10 days sobriety BEFORE referring them
to treatment.
- Clients
with both medical and mental health concerns must be stable BEFORE
entering into treatment.
- If
the client has been receiving psychiatric care, we will require
a brief assessment of the diagnosed mental health concerns, medication
review, and behavioural issues BEFORE treatment.
- We
accept clients on medication for diagnosed medical or mental health
concerns. If the client is on medication please discuss this during the intake process.
- If
the client is on prescribed medication please inform the client
to refill the prescription BEFORE coming to treatment.
- All
medical, dental, social issues, financial concerns, and child
care situations should be attended to BEFORE coming to
treatment.
- If
the client is involved with the legal system all legalities must
be dealt with before coming to treatment.
- A pay phone is available and calling cards are recommended and available for purchase.
- Please
read the acceptance letter to your client which outlines the items
the client should bring with them to treatment.
If
you have any questions please contact Kristine
Vannebo-Suwala, Executive Director at the Nats'ejee K'eh
Treatment Centre, Hay River, Northwest Territories (867) 874-6699.
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