Innovative model of addictions care expands throughout B.C.

published on July 22, 2024 in BC Government News

A made-in-B.C. model of addictions care, which is improving the way people access services, is expanding.

Road to Recovery establishes 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…