Saskatoon Health Region - Brief and Social Detox Centre

Accessing Services: Brief Detox Unit (BDU): Clients can self-refer to the Brief Detox by walk-in or phone. Admission criteria: Intoxicated by alcohol or drug use Coherent and able to communicate Able to ambulate (can walk or transport self - unassisted) Voluntarily accept services Presents no risk or harm to self or others Social Detox Unit (SDU): Is a recovery based program focusing on the management of physical withdrawal symptoms while engaging in a recovery process. Case management is provided, focusing on goal setting and treatment planning. Who Do We Serve? We provide services for adults 18 years of age and older. Hope: "desire or faith for a better future when you can't see the way" Services Offered: Brief Detox Unit (BDU): The Brief Detox Unit (DBU) is a 15 bed unit which provides a safe place to sleep for individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs where they can be monitored until no longer intoxicated from their alcohol or substance use. The BDU is an alternative to overnight incarceration or admission to emergency rooms for intoxicated people who do not require emergency care. The BDU is an opportunity for brief intervention where clients are monitored for approximately 12 hours by a Paramedic and an Addiction Counsellor. Social Detox Unit (SDU): The Social Detox Unit Is a recovery based inpatient unit where clients often begin or reconnect with their recovery process. Clients may self-refer to schedule an admission to the SDU. Upon admission, clients are assessed to determine the appropriate detox services and is likely that they may be supported through the Brief Detox Unit first. Service Providers: Our multidisciplinary team consists of a variety of professionals which includes: Addiction Counsellors Paramedics Registered Nurses Location and Contact Information: 201 Ave. O. South Saskatoon, SK. S7M 2R6 306-655-4195 306-655-4196 fax This facility is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Street parking available.

Call (306) 655-4195, email info@saskhealthauthority.ca, or use the website.

Phone

(306) 655-4195

Email

info@saskhealthauthority.ca

Website

https://www.saskatoonhealthregion.ca/locations_services/Services/mhas/Pages/Brief-SocialDetox.aspx