| Address: | 1611 Remington Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 5K6 |
| Phone: | (403) 297-3337 (24 hours) |
| Fax: | (403) 297-4592 |
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| Website: | www.aadac.com |
| Hours of Operation: | 24 hours, 7 days a week |
| Fees: | None |
| Brief Description of Services Provided: | Renfrew Recovery Centre is a 40 bed residential facility offering medically supported detoxification services to people while they withdraw from the effects of alcohol and other drugs. As part of AADAC's network of services throughout the province, Renfew provides 24 hour care by competent caring staff. No appointments are necessary from 9AM-4PM seven days a week. Most clients refer themselves; however, Renfrew accepts referrals from many sources, such as family, friends, hospitals, physicians, and a wide range of community and government agencies. Clients usually remain at the centre for 5 days, but their stay can be shorter or longer depending on the severity of the withdrawal. Counsellors provide information, assessment, and referral. There is no charge for services and client information is confidential. |
| Special Populations: | Aboriginal, Court Involved, Concurrent disorders (mental health) |
| Referral Process: | Arrive at the centre at 8:30 AM and a triage process occurs |
| Programs Offered: | Detoxification |
| Restrictions or Exclusions Criteria: | Violent behavior/threats of violence, clients requiring hospitalization |
