Victoria trio awarded Youth Harm Reduction Award for life-saving training and education efforts
Three Victoria youth have been recognized by Island Health for their commitment and dedication to harm reduction awareness and training.
Youth & Family Substance Use Services
Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation Funds New Mobile Service for Youth Wellness
Thanks to generous financial support from the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation, a mobile service for youth wellness will soon be hitting the road.
Island Health seeks service provider and location for overdose prevention services in Nanaimo
Nanaimo — Island Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for an Overdose Prevention Services (OPS) service provider at a new location, which will complement and improve access to life-saving overdose prevention services in the Nanaimo region.
The ongoing dual public health emergencies (drug poisoning/overdose crisis and COVID-19 pandemic) have increased the need for life-saving OPS sites.
Intensive substance use support for youth (YICMT)
Get intensive support for complex substance use and mental health needs for young people up to age 25. Program delivered by the Youth Intensive Case Management Team (YICMT).
Youth Tier 5 (YT5) – Mobile Intensive Case Management Team
YT5 (Youth Tier 5) provides integrated service to youth primarily 13-18 years of age who have multiple and complex needs related to persistent and significant substance use and mental health challenges.
Medication treatment for opioid use (OAT)
Get medication and support to reduce opioid cravings, prevent withdrawal and lower the risk of overdose.
Alcohol and drug support for youth
Access substance use supports and treatments for youth (ages 13-19) and their families.
Alcohol and drug support for youth (South Island)
Youth ages 13 to 19 and their families can get counselling, treatment, residential care and support related to alcohol and other drug use.
Youth & Substance Use
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Substance use among youth is a reality. Excessive alcohol or drug use often leads to other complications.
Substance use support for youth and families (Discovery program)
Get free, confidential counselling and support for substance use. Services are available to youth ages 13 to 19, their families and other people who support them. Delivered through the Discovery Youth and Substance Use program.