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Methadone Program

Methadone is a long-acting opioid medication (lasting 24-36 hours per dose). It’s an effective and legal substitute for heroin or other narcotics (such as heroin, methadone, Oxycontin, opium, Percocet, Percodan, morphine, codeine, etc.) Methadone has been used in treatment programs since the 1960’s. It helps to stabilize the lives of people who are dependent on opiates and reduce the harm related to drug use. It also helps them return to a stable social, economic and home environment.

THE PROGRAM INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

We utilize a multidisciplinary treatment team approach including Addiction Physicians, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, Pharmacists and other allied health professionals.
  • An initial intake interview
  • Medical examination and laboratory tests, where appropriate
  • Supervised urine testing
  • A signed treatment contract and treatment plan
  • Addiction counselling
  • Regular medical follow up
  • Daily methadone dose
  • Post-methadone treatment (i.e., relapse prevention, and medication where appropriate)
How Do I Access the Program?

HOW DO I ACCESS THE PROGRAM?

Please visit Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., EST) and identify yourself as a patient who is interested in our Methadone maintenance program. Your family physician, psychiatrist, clinical psychologist, addiction counselor, other allied health professional, or employer may also call on your behalf for further information.

No appointment necessary! Walk-ins welcome.

WHY SHOULD YOU START A TREATMENT PROGRAM?

If any of the following benefits are desirable to you, or are part of your future goals, then you should give our program your attention and consideration:

  • A drug-free lifestyle
  • A stable personal, social, family and financial life
  • No physical withdrawal symptoms
  • Decreased or eliminated drug cravings
  • Resolution of legal concerns
  • Improved health and the prevention of drug related health problems (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis, Liver disease, etc.)
  • A chance to obtain or complete an education
  • A chance at stable employment
  • Improved self-esteem, self-worth & independence
  • Improved memory, concentration, attention & thinking
  • Improved overall quality of life
  • A chance to regain respect, trust and relationships with your spouse, children, family members, friends and associates