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Mar 10

How to Stage an Alcohol Intervention in Vancouver

Vancouver is one of the fastest-growing cities in Canada and British Columbia, with more than 2.5 million people in Vancouver’s metropolitan area. With this many people, the need for alcohol intervention is in high demand. Therefore, there are a variety of options for individuals who are seeking help. If treatment is needed, one of the most effective ways to get a loved one to consider a rehabilitation centre is to hold an intervention. However, depending on the needs of the...
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Oct 15

5 Search Tips for Recovery Houses in Surrey BC

Addiction, also known as substance use disorder, is a common illness that afflicts many individuals throughout Canada, and Surrey, BC, is no exception. The area has been adversely affected by drugs and alcohol for years, giving rise to many organizations that aim to provide effective treatment options through recovery houses. Recovery houses in Surrey BC provide hope to individuals with substance use disorder and show them that recovery is possible through support, care, and proper...
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Sep 10

Profile of a Drug Addict – Symptoms, Behaviours & Treatment Options

A drug addict can be anyone, from a close friend or family member to a respected member of your community. The number one cause of drug addiction in Canada, according to the government of Canada, is high rates of opioid prescribing and an increased supply of strong and harmful synthetic opioids permeating the illegal drug supply throughout the country, including drugs such as fentanyl and carfentanil.  But there are a variety of economic, social, and biological factors that play a...
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Aug 26

Private vs. Government Funded Treatment Centers in BC

Most people know that we have a growing addiction problem in British Columbia and across Canada. But less is known about the rate of addiction recovery. The truth is that around 75% of adults overcome their addiction. But it can take multiple attempts for them to fully recover – the average number is five but the median is just two. While accepting the need for treatment is a huge accomplishment, evaluating and choosing the right treatment center in BC is another huge...
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Jul 26

A Comprehensive Guide on Alcohol Rehab | Canada Drug Rehab

Drinking is a commonly accepted part of life. Unfortunately, that means alcohol is a substance prone to being abused. While the characteristics of a drug addict are clearly recognizable, the line between casual drinking and alcohol addiction is blurry. Alcoholism is defined as a strong urge to drink alcohol, to the point where the person has a problem controlling their drinking.  Most people know the vomiting and headaches that accompany a night of binge drinking. However,...
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Jun 28

All About Mental Health Awareness | Canada Drug Rehab

Mental health awareness month is observed every May in Canada. Around one in every seven people (roughly 18%) worldwide live with a mental illness or substance abuse disorder. Due to the lack of accurate representation of mental health issues, however, most people don’t understand them well.  Because of this, there is plenty of misinformation, misdiagnosis, and dismissal of mental health problems. Poor mental health awareness can lead to a host of other issues, such as substance...
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Jun 11

How To Talk To Someone With Addiction

It can be incredibly frustrating to try and talk to someone about their addictive behaviours and the impact it’s having on their life and relationships. Often you’ll be met with defensiveness, manipulation and deflections. The first thing you need to know in order to make headway is that substance use disorder (SUD) is not caused by a person’s circumstances. The progressive nature of SUD creates this illusion. Initially, the use seems like a reasonable response to a life...
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May 26

Comprehensive Guide On Alcohol Intervention & Treatment Programs

At first glance, alcohol addiction may seem less fatal than addiction to drugs or tobacco.  Despite this, alcohol addiction is one of the leading contributors to poor health, negative lifestyle choices, and abuse. 95,000 people die from alcohol-related causes annually, a statistic that doesn’t account for other emotional and physical damages in an alcohol addict’s life. Thankfully, alcoholism is a treatable issue.  Alcohol intervention is one of the key steps to...
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May 13

7 Signs Someone Is Addicted To Fentanyl in Alberta

Fentanyl addiction can be incredibly dangerous and even deadly. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy to identify, especially if the person is actively trying to hide his or her addiction. Knowing the signs of fentanyl abuse and addiction can help you determine if your loved one is abusing this drug and enable you to help your loved one seek treatment in Red Deer, Calgary or Edmonton. Fentanyl is one of the most potent opioids available on the Alberta drug market. It is rarely...
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Apr 16

Woven Into The Fibre Of Your Being

As human beings, our first instinct when something is wrong is to look around our environment and see what’s causing it. We begin making environmental changes as a solution. A new partner, living situation, job, etc. Eventually, it dawns on us that the common denominator in our problems is us.  Oh my. What a potent moment of awareness. Initially painful, this awareness means we can no longer blame external circumstances, people, and institutions for our addictive...
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Apr 4

How Can Mental Health Stigma Lead to Drug Addiction? [Q & A]

There are many schools of thought when it comes to the topic of mental health. Growing awareness of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and even addiction has led to people taking a more serious view.  Slowly but surely, people are starting to consider these ailments with the same degree of seriousness as physical ailments. However, there are still many who undermine the pervasive nature of mental health problems in our society. Those that suffer from mental health...
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Mar 29

How to Choose Addiction Treatment Centers in Alberta

Recovering from substance addiction is tricky. There’s a sense of shame entrenched in society at large surrounding drug abuse, which only makes treatment more challenging. Substance abuse relapse rates stand at 40-60%. With such a high potential for falling short, it’s no surprise that attempts at self-treatment often lead to intense relapse.  Substance addiction is a disease that demands legitimate treatment, just like any other illness. Seeking out professional treatment is...
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Dec 10

Opiate Addiction in Alberta

The opioid epidemic is taking lives and abolishing families across Edmonton and the province of Alberta. According to the Canada Health Information Base, a total of 1,883 opioid related deaths occurred from January of 2022 to March of 2022. This would calculate to 21 opioid deaths per day. In 2022, from January to March, 90% of all opioid deaths occurred in British Columbia, Alberta, or Ontario.  The Problem More or less, every individual in Edmonton has been affected by...
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Dec 9

Alcohol Addiction Rehab in Toronto

Codependency is a hard attachment to overcome, especially when the relationship is with an addiction. Add the element of denial will not make it any easier. For those trying to break free of the dependency and those supporting a family member or a friend who has the addiction issues or alcoholism, an intervention will help you avoid delays in getting your loved one into an addiction treatment center in Alberta.  Those with an addiction or alcoholism often are unable to see past what...
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Aug 18

Alcohol Addiction Rehab in Toronto

Ontario has a population of more than 14 million people, making it the most populatedprovince in Canada. There were over 6 million people living in Toronto as of 2020,making it the most populated city in Canada. Like other large cities in Canada, a higherpopulation results in Ontario having the need for various rehab centers to deal with bothalcohol and drug addiction. While this can be important to the recovery process as itprovides individuals with options that are best suited to them, it...
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Jun 17

Aurora Recovery Centre Admissions

Aurora’s admissions department is staffed by a team with a rich history of helping patients get admitted and settled into what will often be a life-changing stay. The first conversation callers have with Aurora is with one of the admissions team members. Hand-picked for their ability to bring expertise, compassion, and good boundaries to their work, they’re fortunate to have Cindy Bergen and Candace Vey available for callers.  Both Cindy and Candace are able to have difficult...
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Jun 14

Addiction Recovery Resources 

What Recovery Resources Can I Afford? While it may initially seem overwhelming to consider paying for private treatment, the cost of addiction is immense. Not only is it destroying your health, relationships and quality of life, but it’s also incredibly expensive. If you look back over your substance use history you’ll see clearly that the amount of money spent is tremendous. Not only on the substances themselves but on behaviours associated with your usage. The idea of investing in...
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As a parent, realizing that your child needs help but you feel helpless. That you have done everything you could do to try and fix them. I felt that I had failed my son. Mom should have been able to do that right?

Well. mom, dad, brother, and sister couldn’t!

It was my daughter who said “mom, we need an interventionist. “This is life and death”. We are not capable of handling this alone any longer! It was at that moment that I realized we really did need professional help! We contacted an interventionist…Andy, an angel walking this earth! Within 2 days he travelled from Vancouver to NL.

After years of dealing with my son’s addiction, I finally felt there was someone out there who could help him and our family! I thank God every day for Andy. Andy came to us as a stranger. We put all our faith in him. We now consider Andy a part of our family! Through Andy’s intervention, our son is with us today. He celebrated his 2 years clean date on September 29, 2020 Through Andy’s intervention, my son was able to heal.

My son travelled to the Cabin in Thailand as part of his healing. As a parent from a small town, I couldn’t imagine him being that far away from us while dealing with his addiction. We would have weekly calls from him and his counsellor. Having that one-on-one time gave us all peace of mind. Hearing the excitement in my son’s voice for the first time since he was a teenager, knowing that he was truly happy there, I knew the trust we put in Andy was the best decision.

I truly believe if we didn’t find Andy and make that call, our son would not be here today! If there is one thing I have learned as a parent living with an addict, please do not let your pride get in the way. Please do not think because you have to ask for help that you have failed as a parent! Because of Andy’s intervention, I can now enjoy my life and my family. Thank you for all you do for others, Andy!

Love you!”

-Yvonne