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Treatment that meets you where you are.
The Virtual Opioid Dependency Program (VODP) offers free, same-day access to opioid agonist therapy—no waitlists, no referral needed.
🔗 vodp.ca/
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Today, alongside @GoAMHA, we joined @woodshomesNFP to celebrate 100 years of the Bowness campus and announce $4M in funding to help modernize the space.
The renovations will provide more children and youth with the specialized care they need.
🔗: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=9…
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Support is within reach.
Counselling Alberta — ensuring all people living in Alberta have accessibility to counselling without waiting or worrying about the cost. Whether you're facing stress, grief, anxiety, or just need someone to talk to, help is here.
counsellingalberta.com/
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Age is just a number, and staying active is the key to vitality. Going for a walk or dancing to your favorite tunes, every step counts towards a healthier you. Regular exercise is a powerful tool for maintaining cognitive function and boosting overall well-being.
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Alberta's recovery communities offer long-term, live-in addiction treatment with personalized care plans and peer mentorship. Every step of the journey is supported for those seeking a path to regain physical and mental health and wellness.
Learn more: alberta.ca/recovery-communit…
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🌿 Support that understands.
211 connects Indigenous Peoples in Alberta to services that respect culture, language, and tradition.
Call or text 2-1-1 24/7.
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One place, many ways to get support.
Kickstand offers in-person hubs across Alberta and a virtual option through Kickstand Connect.
Free support for mental health, substance use, and more. ℹ️ mykickstand.ca/
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Digital Overdose Response System is an app that will help protect you if you are using alone. After registration, you can start a timer in the app. If the timer expires or you need help, the app will call for medical support.
ℹ️ dorsapp.ca
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Recovery communities help people build the tools for long-term success, from life skills and relationships to health and well-being.
Support is there every step of the way.
Learn more: alberta.ca/recovery-communit…
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More support is on the way for northern Alberta youth. Construction is now underway on a new CASA House in Fort McMurray providing specialized treatment and reducing the need for families to travel for care. Read more: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=9…
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Construction is underway on a new CASA House in Calgary, expanding specialized mental health care for youth in grades 7–12 facing challenges. The 20-bed facility will offer live-in & day treatment with therapy, skills building and family involvement.
alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=9…
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The Alberta Recovery Model is focused on recovery, wellness, and timely access to mental health and addiction supports across the province. Learn how Alberta is building a comprehensive, recovery‑oriented system of care.
👉 alberta.ca/alberta-recovery-…
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Addiction support should be easy to access. The Virtual Opioid Dependency Program provides same-day treatment anywhere in Alberta, with no waitlist.
Call 1-844-383-7688 or visit vodp.ca to get started
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Long weekends can feel like a lot. Plans change, routines shift, and things can feel overwhelming. You do not have to handle it alone. Support is available 24/7. Call 2-1-1, text INFO to 211, or chat online at ab.211.ca.
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May 14
Alberta nurses help patients on the front lines, day in and day out.
During National Nursing Week, we thank them for their leadership, compassion, empathy and for providing skilled, comforting health care to Albertans throughout their health care journey.
ALT Nurse wearing scrubs smiles. Text reads: Recognizing nurses. Alberta logo in bottom right corner.
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Stay Connected with The Link – Mental Health and Addiction Bulletin, new issue this Friday.
Service providers & system partners, get the latest updates on the Alberta Recovery Model, including current initiatives, and announcements.
Sign up now: alberta.ca/mental-health-and…
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Alberta Mental Health and Addiction retweeted
May's Mental Health and Addiction Brief looks at how Alberta’s Drug Treatment Courts (DTC) offer a different path to treatment, accountability and recovery.
The results:
🧑🎓 ~80% graduate
🧑 ~70% don’t reoffend
Because better data ➡️ better care.
Learn more: recoveryexcellence.org/wp-co…
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Drug Awareness Week is May 10-16 in Alberta.
Prevention starts with awareness and support is available for mental health and addiction challenges.
Call 2-1-1 or text INFO to 211 to connect to services 24/7.
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May 10
To all the moms, mamas, mummys, grandmas, nanas, omas, mimis, and everyone being celebrated today, we hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day. 💕💐
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Alberta Mental Health and Addiction retweeted
Emergency preparedness is something we build over time. By taking simple steps and supporting one another, we can help create more safe and resilient communities across Alberta.
Learn how to get started: alberta.ca/emergency-prepare…
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