Program Types

Alpha House Program Overview

Two Distinct Programs:

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

1. Residential Supportive Treatment (Second-Stage Treatment) – This is our core program, providing structured, abstinence-based treatment with comprehensive support.

2. 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.

What is a Step-Up House?

A step-up house is a transitional living environment that bridges the gap between intensive residential treatment and independent living. It provides a stable, structured setting for individuals in recovery who are ready for greater autonomy but still require clinical support and peer accountability.

Purpose of the Step-Up Program:

• Support Ongoing Recovery – Provides a stable, substance-free environment for continued growth.

• Encourage Autonomy – Clients take on increased responsibilities, such as working or attending school.

• Access to Support Services – Clients continue to benefit from therapy, case management, and community support.

• Prepare for Independent Living – The program helps individuals transition into self-sustained living with long-term stability.

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.