Mental health and addictions in Edmonton, Alberta
RAH - Supervised Consumption Site
Offered by Royal Alexandra Hospital
In short
SCS are an entry point to treatment and social services for people who are ready to stop or reduce their use of substances. They do not provide their own drugs or substances.
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Medical care, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Knowing where to go, Help with my mental health, A fresh start
- Where
- 10240 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V9
- How to reach
- Contact through Royal Alexandra Hospital: (780) 735-4111 · Website
- Last verified
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About this service
SCS are an entry point to treatment and social services for people who are ready to stop or reduce their use of substances. They do not provide their own drugs or substances.
People will use SCS for a number of reasons. They provide:
- a safe, clean place to consume illegal substances
- less risk of violence or confrontation with police
- drug checking to detect adulterants using methods such as fentanyl test strips
- emergency medical care in case of overdose, cardiac arrest or allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
- basic health services, such as wound care
- testing for infectious diseases like HIV, Hepatitis C and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
- access to sterile drug use equipment and a place to safely dispose of it after use
- health professionals and support staff, including for overdose intervention
When is it open?
RAH - Supervised Consumption Site is open Open 24 hours, 7 days a week.
How do I get in touch?
Call (780) 735-4111, or use the website.
Listed in Edmonton, Alberta.
10240 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V9
10240 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V9Edmonton, Alberta
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