Aventa Addiction Treatment for Women (Funded Agency)
Address
610-25 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2S 0L6
Telephone
403- 245-9050
Fax
403-245-9485
E-mail
info@aventa.org
Website
http://www.aventa.org/
Hours of Operation
24 hours, 7 days a week (residence) 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (treatment centre and administration)
Clientele Served
Women who need treatment to assist in their recovery from addictions to alcohol, tobacco, other drugs or gambling.
Program/Service Description
- offers a 46-bed residential treatment facility
- offers immediate pre-treatment admissions to pregnant women
- offers four-week intensive day treatment and residential treatment programs that include individual and group counselling, information sessions, and life skills training geared to women’s specific needs
- provides long-term residential support up to 90 days
- provides transitional housing support up to one year for women who have completed treatment
- offers outpatient services including aftercare groups, parenting programs, family and friend groups, and a tobacco cessation program
Referral Information
- Referrals may be made by a referral agent or by the client herself.
- Referrals may be made by personal interview or telephone.
- Full assessment is required prior to admission.
- Pregnant women have priority access to all programs.
Additional Notes
- A room and board fee applies. Contact the agency for current rates.
- Brochures are available from the agency.
- The AADAC program consultant for this agency can be reached through AADAC’s Funded Services unit at 780-427-1953.
- The information provided is subject to change. Please call Aventa for confirmation.
LAST REVIEWED: Monday, February 25, 2008
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