Innovative Model Of Addictions Care Expands Throughout B.C.

A made-in-B.C. model of addictions care is expanding.

Road to Recovery is intended to establish a seamless continuum of care for addictions from detox to treatment and after care.

The expansion will include 100 substance-use treatment beds and outpatient services in all health authorities, as well as a single-access line to get connected to addictions care in each health-authority region.

“Every person’s journey to recovery is different so we need to make it easy for people to access the path that is right for them,” said Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.

“Road to Recovery brings together addiction services into one seamless model to provide care every step of the way. We’re expanding this model of care across the province so that when people courageously reach out for help, they are met with the right support, no matter where they live.”

Initially launched at St. Paul’s Hospital and the Vancouver region, Road to Recovery makes it easier for people to get the care they need, where and when they need it.

With this expansion, anyone in B.C. will have the ability to call a single line to get information, receive an assessment, develop an individualized care plan and access treatment.

For those who need treatment, they may access detox services or longer-term treatment services, which are also available as a bed-based service or outpatient supports.

Through every step, clients are supported by someone who can connect them to community after-care supports such as day programs, life-skills classes and peer-recovery groups to help them stay on their path to wellness after treatment.

The government is committing nearly $154 million over the next three years to expand the program.

To learn more, visit Government of British Columbia.