The policy on the length of time individuals wait is client specific. So it would depend on the counsellor availability, the number of clients waiting, the client’s need, and when the next bed in the treatment facility is available. There are a few factors. Any resident that has a crisis, that is in immediate risk, can actually get in to see a counsellor and the counsellor may be able to get that individual out to a treatment centre or detox centre or designate a bed in a hospital for an individual in an emergency type of situation where we felt there was some immediate risk.
Tom Beaulieu on Question 312-17(3): Detoxification And Addictions Treatment Facilities And Programs
In the Legislative Assembly on November 5th, 2012. See this statement in context.
Question 312-17(3): Detoxification And Addictions Treatment Facilities And Programs
Oral Questions
November 4th, 2012
Tu Nedhe
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