Application
Young Adult Stream: Call or send through Dovetale * accepts self-referrals and medical referrals * referrals can be made by a healthcare professional through CONNECT MHAP
Loved Ones Education Group: Visit website
Eligibility / Target Population
Young adults 17-25 years who are looking to make changes to their substance use, and their loved ones, who are not in immediate crisis
Fees
Most services covered by OHIP
Executives
Catherine McCarron, RSW - Manager
St Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
905-522-1155 ext 34388 * jmackill@mcmaster.ca
Languages
English
Area Served
Hamilton and area
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Treatment and support services for young adults with substance use issues, and their loved ones * focus is on reducing negative impact of substance use on young people's lives, improving mental health and well-being, and increasing engagement in substance-free activities * program offers two separate streams
Young Adult Stream - 12-week treatment program for young adults wishing to make changes to their substance use * includes individual sessions, group programming, and optional time-limited consultations with a nurse practitioner, psychiatrist, or psychologist
Loved Ones Education Group - 8-session group for parents and other supporters of young adults with substance use issues * participants learn to change the way they interact with child or loved one to foster positive relationships and recovery
