Health care and medical in Hamilton, Ontario
Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre - Supervised Consumption Site
Offered by Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre
Last verified , may be out of date
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.
- Who it is for
- Adults, Women, Men; Women, Men
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Medical care, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, A fresh start
- Where
- 181 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y4
- How to reach
- Contact through Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre: (905) 522-3233 · administration@hucchc.com · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
Contact the organization to confirm
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
How do I get in touch?
Call (905) 522-3233, email administration@hucchc.com, or use the website.
Listed in Hamilton, Ontario.
181 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y4
181 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y4Hamilton, Ontario
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