Halton Recovery House

Halton Recovery House (HRH), established in 1975, is a 21-bed men’s residential addiction treatment centre. While attending the 28 - 90 day program, men develop healthy coping strategies and acquire new skills to handle the daily dimensions of living without mood-altering substances. The HRH treatment program incorporates 12-step philosophy, which helps men get connected to others in their communities.

The Halton Mississauga Local Health Integration Network (MH LHIN) provides core funding towards sixteen beds. Seven beds are “fee-for-service”. Additional funding is provided by the United Ways of Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills.

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Is It Right for You?
What to Expect
Men's Aftercare Program
Admission Criteria
Intake Process
How to Reach Us

Is it right for you?

  • HRH provides a comprehensive,  28 - 90 day residential program with treatment services for men recovering from the effects of alcohol and/or drug addiction.

  • Open to men ages 18 and over.

  • Dedicated, qualified and compassionate male and female staff.

  • Family and friends are welcome to pick up their loved one for a visit on Sundays between 9:00am to 6:00pm after the man completes his first 14 days of orientation. Visits are subject to the discretion of the client and his primary counsellor.

  • Before having a Sunday visit, the primary support people who wish to visit are required to attend a psycho-educational family group session called "Steps to Self Care". Please refer to the intake package to verify the date, location and time. Visitation will follow the session if the above requirement is met.

What to Expect

The gender-specific, 28 - 90 day treatment program addresses the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of addiction. Components of the program include:

  • Pre-admission interview and creation of an assessment and treatment plan.

  • Psycho-educational groups, process groups and individual counselling.

  • Working through addiction-related issues: trauma, guilt, grief, denial, unresolved anger, assertiveness, self-esteem, and risks for relapse.

  • Building healthy relationships and practicing effective communication skills.

  • Participating in healthy leisure activities: yoga, meditation and swimming.

  • Participating in 12-step meetings. Graduates of the program are welcome to attend.

  • Graduates of the program are welcome to return on a weekly basis to attend open, in-house AA meetings, on Mondays from 8-9 pm.

Aftercare Program

Aftercare Program:  Every Wednesday from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at Halton Recovery House

Halton Recovery House offers an Aftercare Program for men who have completed the residential treatment program. The Aftercare group is an integral part of HRH’s program, and plays a vital role in men’s recovery. Weekly meetings, for up to two years, provide recovery tools and support, to help men cope and re-build their lives.

If you have completed treatment at Halton Recovery House, or at another treatment program and have inquiries about the Aftercare Program, please contact a counsellor at (905) 878-1120 Ext. 221 or rickm@hopeplacecentres.org.

Men’s Aftercare is funded by the United Ways of Oakville and Halton Hills.

Admission Criteria

Self-referrals are made by calling the Intake Department at 905.878.1120 Ext. 228 from 8.30a.m. – 4.30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Sixteen beds are covered by Ministry funds, except for a TRAVEL FEE of $100, payable on arrival, which covers recreational and transportation costs during the 28 - 90 day stay.

Criteria:

  • Men ages18 and over, with alcohol and/or drug addiction.

  • Participate in screening and assessment procedures, including a telephone and face-to-face interview.

  • Be physically and mentally able to participate in all aspects of the program.

  • Be willing to accept a structured, intensive treatment program and abide by the HRH rules.

  • Agree to undergo a standard medical examination after admission.

  • Be willing to attend 12-step meetings.

Admission to the program is at the discretion of the Intake Department in consultation with the Program Manager and House Doctor. It will be based on a person’s ability to meet the above criteria.

Intake Process

  • The Intake Worker receives a call from the man, inquiring about residential treatment.

  • A brief screening interview is done with the man over the phone.

  • The man is asked to arrange to have a Provincial Assessment done at a local Assessment and Referral agency.

  • Pre-treatment and interim support is provided.

  • The Intake Worker receives the Provincial Assessment Tools.

  • If HRH is a good fit for the man, an appointment is made to have a telephone interview. If it is not a good fit, the man is referred to other treatment centres.

  • An appointment is made for a face-to-face interview. After the interview, the man is put on the waiting list until a bed is available.

How to Reach Us

For more information:
Call 1.877.761.6357 or 905.878.1120
Fax 905.878.1269
Email rickm@hopeplacecentres.org

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