Breaking the cycle through family addictions support
Saskatchewan women with children 12 and under experiencing barriers to accessing addictions treatment can participate in a holistic, family-oriented six-week inpatient program through the Saskatchewan Health Authority’s (SHA’s) Family Treatment Centre in Prince Albert.
Clients motivated to take the first step toward stopping the cycle of substance use can attend a mix of one-on-one and group programing and family activities to start managing their addiction and empower them to make changes that will help them lead healthier lives. Female caregivers and their children live, learn and heal as a family unit, with programming focused on the four key elements of recovery: spiritual, emotional, mental and physical health.
Rooted in a trauma-informed approach, the program reflects SHA’s commitment to its CARES values, creating a compassionate, respectful, safe and inclusive environment that recognizes and supports both the individual and family recovery journey.
SHA health-care professionals, community-based organizations, partner organizations and stakeholders are encouraged to refer eligible clients to the program. Up to eight families can access the program through a continuous intake model. More information on referrals, intake and programming is available on the SHA website.
The Prince Albert Family Treatment Centre is situated on the Victoria Hospital campus in Prince Albert. The bright, welcoming space provides trauma-informed care to women and their children from across the province through culturally responsive healing and empowerment. The treatment centre has capacity for up to eight female caregivers and children and accepts eligible clients through continuous intake.
