Program · OTP Residential
OSTAR TC — Come off opioid treatment
Residential support for people whose goal is to come off prescribed methadone, buprenorphine or Buvidal. Assessment determines program fit and next steps.
About this program
A modified therapeutic community for people whose goal is to come off prescribed opioid treatment, with clinical and psychosocial support throughout the residential program. Buvidal is a long-acting injectable formulation of buprenorphine.
Who it’s for
People receiving methadone, buprenorphine or Buvidal who want support to come off opioid treatment. Assessment staff provide confidential guidance on program fit before anything is decided.
What to expect
A structured weekly schedule of therapeutic work, counselling, peer support and wellness activities, with clinical and practical assistance.
Preparing for admission
Minimum age is 18. Tell assessment staff about your current opioid treatment, prescriber, health needs and other medication. Medication choice, dose and any change to treatment must be discussed with your prescriber or qualified opioid treatment provider.
About this program
A modified therapeutic community for people whose goal is to come off prescribed opioid treatment, with clinical and psychosocial support throughout the residential program. Buvidal is a long-acting injectable formulation of buprenorphine.
Who it’s for
People receiving methadone, buprenorphine or Buvidal who want support to come off opioid treatment. Assessment staff provide confidential guidance on program fit before anything is decided.
What to expect
A structured weekly schedule of therapeutic work, counselling, peer support and wellness activities, with clinical and practical assistance.
Preparing for admission
Minimum age is 18. Tell assessment staff about your current opioid treatment, prescriber, health needs and other medication. Medication choice, dose and any change to treatment must be discussed with your prescriber or qualified opioid treatment provider.
The program
Assessment
Reviewing your current opioid treatment and goals
Therapeutic program
Residential support while working toward coming off opioid treatment
Next steps
Planning ongoing recovery and community support
What you’ll do
- Alcohol and other drug education and relapse prevention
- Health support and education
- Social, living and communication skills
- Wellness activities and emotional regulation
- Harm reduction, including infectious-disease education
- Skills-based education and recovery planning
Before you apply
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Discuss withdrawal or detox needs with staff
- Tell staff about medical, mental-health and medication needs
- Discuss court, legal, housing and family commitments during assessment
