Mental health and addictions in Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver Coastal Health - Substance Use Treatment and Response Team (START)
Offered by Vancouver Detox
In short
START provides rapid access to out-patient detox for those who need help stopping or stabilizing their substance use, or are reluctant or unable to access residential withdrawal management facilities.
- Who it is for
- Adults, Seniors, Indigenous people; Seniors, Indigenous, Older adults (65+)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Knowing where to go, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 377 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 4R6
- How to reach
- Contact through Vancouver Detox: (604) 658-1278 · start.team@vch.ca · Website
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About this service
START provides rapid access to out-patient detox for those who need help stopping or stabilizing their substance use, or are reluctant or unable to access residential withdrawal management facilities.
Treatment includes assessment, withdrawal management, individual treatment plans and referral to counselling and other psychosocial interventions.
START provides rapid stabilization onto Buprenorphine/Naloxone for people dependant on opioids, as well as manage low risk withdrawal, including alcohol withdrawal, in a person's home.
Must be a resident of Vancouver.
If under 19 years of age, or withdrawing from Alcohol must have a support person.
If the individual is detoxing at home, they must be residing in a safe, stable, substance-free environment.
Contact START for more information on eligibility and accessibility.
Who can use it?
People who need stopping or stabilizing their substance use
How do I get in touch?
Call (604) 658-1278, email start.team@vch.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Vancouver, British Columbia.
377 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 4R6
377 E 2nd Ave, Vancouver, BC V5T 4R6Vancouver, British Columbia
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