Lake of The Woods District Hospital - Morningstar Centre

Application

Intake assessment required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Individuals 16 years of age and older with severe and chronic problematic alcohol issues

Fees

None

Contacts

Richard Hoppe - Manager, Morningstar Centre
807-468-5749 * rhoppe@lwdh.on.ca

Languages

English

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides provisional housing to individuals who have faced prolonged homelessness and chronic alcohol addiction

Works through the provision of moderate amounts of physician prescribed alcohol to participants in residence as a way to address their addiction while helping them to relearn basic skills to reconnect with the community

Strives to improve participants quality of life and overall health

Services offered include:

Assistance with health cards and obtaining social services benefits
Mental health and addictions counselling
Nutritional support from a dietitian
Participation in community activities and opportunities
Physician care, on-site
Skills training