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Substance Use Connections Teams

Penticton Mental Health & Substance Use

740 Carmi Avenue
Penticton BC V2A 8P9

Service Contact:
310-MHSU (6478)
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Penticton Mental Health & Substance Use

Penticton Mental Health & Substance Use

Our Substance Use Connections Teams support people who use drugs in both hospital and community settings. Clinicians who support this priority response provide the following services if you present with/or are at risk of overdose: - Short term follow up to support seamless linkages to community based addictions care - Referrals to Opioid Agonist Treatment - Liaison with Addiction Medicine Consultation Services - Assessment & treatment support - Safe discharge planning from hospital settings.

Call 310-MHSU (6478) to connect with your local Mental Health & Substance Use centre

Resources

Substance Use Connections Resource List
Youth Substance Use Services Resource List
Substance Use Connections Flyer

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a referral required?

No

Does your service support those who live on reserve?

Yes

Can this service be offered virtually?

No, this service is provided in hospital or community settings.

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