About Us

Our Mission
At Alpha House, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive community for Self-identified men aged 18 and up who are navigating the challenges of mental health and addiction recovery. We believe that true recovery must encompass all aspects of an individual—physical, mental, spiritual, and social. Our comprehensive programs are designed to support each person's unique journey toward healing from addiction.

Our Vision
Alpha House offers a 4-month post-treatment residential program aimed at facilitating reintegration into society. We provide educational and vocational counselling alongside 24-hour addiction and mental health support, equipping our clients with essential relapse prevention tools for sustainable recovery.

Our Values

Meeting Clients Where They Are: We recognize that willingness is our currency. We are committed to meeting individuals at any stage of their journey toward change.
Lived Experience: We value the power of lived experience in recovery. We believe that one addict helping another creates an unparalleled therapeutic alliance that fosters trust and understanding.
Diversity: Alpha House is proud to serve a diverse clientele from all races, genders, beliefs, sexual identities, and creeds. Our inclusive environment enriches the treatment experience for all.
Recovery Community: Our program thrives on community involvement. The contributions of our clients are as vital to the treatment experience as the expertise of our clinical team.

Since 1972, Alpha House has been a cornerstone of support for those struggling with addiction in the city of Toronto, committed to fostering hope and healing in our community.

Ontario's #1 Residential After Program

Alpha House Program Overview

Two Distinct Programs:

Alpha House operates two separate programs across two different sites to support individuals in their recovery journey:

Residential Supportive Treatment (Second-Stage Treatment) – This is our core program, providing structured, abstinence-based treatment with comprehensive support.
Addictions Transitional Housing (Step-Up Program) – A separate program designed for individuals who have completed primary treatment and require a safe, supportive environment while reintegrating into the community.

Residential Supportive Treatment (Second-Stage Treatment)

This program offers a structured recovery environment where clients have the freedom to work and stabilize their lives before admission. Residents support their recovery through various self-selected modalities, ensuring a personalized approach to their healing journey.

Core Areas of Support:

Education Upgrading
Job Searching
Life Skills Development
One-on-One Counselling
Community Living Responsibilities

Staffing and Clinical Support:

Our facility is staffed 24/7 by trained counsellors and specialists, providing continuous support and facilitating 11 clinical groups weekly. The program includes:

24/7 Onsite Counseling Support
Full-Time Case Management
Behavioural Addictions Counseling
Registered Psychotherapists and Certified Addiction Counselors
Psychiatric and Medical Referrals
Private Addiction Sessions with Dr. Neil Sutton, Addiction Medicine Specialist
Opiate Replacement Program with the CTC Clinic (Suboxone, Methadone, Subutex)
Meditation Classes
Nutritional and Cooking Courses
Daily Onsite Group Sessions (Mindfulness, Relapse Prevention, Life Skills)
Onsite 12-Step Meetings
SMART Recovery Meetings (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
Sacred Circle
Alumni Aftercare Program

Addictions Transitional Housing (Step-Up Program)

Alpha House offers an 11-month Addictions Transitional Housing Program, a separate initiative providing safe, abstinence-based living. Clients in this program benefit from:

Access to all services offered in the Residential Supportive Treatment program
Increased autonomy with a focus on self-sufficiency
Encouragement to maintain employment or attend school
Support from the clinical team in securing long-term, independent housing

Success Rate:

Our Residential Supportive Treatment program boasts a 71.4% success rate based on two years of abstinence post-treatment, reflecting our commitment to effective recovery.

Land Acknowledgment

Alpha House is located on the traditional territory and Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat peoples. We recognize that this land is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit and the Williams Treaty. This area is also known as Tkaronto.

We honor the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples and commit to fostering respectful relationships with all First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.

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