Specialized Youth Detox (SYD)
A voluntary non-medical withdrawal management program for all youth who want support with detoxification from alcohol and other drugs.
Harm reduction strategies
Post detox planning
Supportive and compassionate environment
Recreational Activities
Group and individual support/counselling
About SYD
Specialized Youth Detox (SYD) is a 5 bed voluntary non-medical withdrawal management program for all youth who want support with detoxification from alcohol and other drugs.
The program offers short term residential service for youth ages 13-18. Referrals are accepted from anyone in the community, including youth themselves.
The program offers youth the ability to stay up to 10 days (with the possibility of an extension) to detox and stabilize both physically and emotionally.
Youth Recovery Groups
An opportunity to build recovery skills in a safe supported setting.
Our Youth Recovery Groups offer a safe, supportive space for youth to explore and build their recovery journey. Led by experienced youth workers, these groups use the evidence-based SMART Recovery model to help participants develop practical tools to support their recovery. VYES is currently offering two different groups, one for youth who are interested in recovery and one for those who would like to maintain their recovery.
Contact SYD
Referrals are accepted directly from the youth, families, MCFD, and/or other community service providers.
Youth are required to have a medical screen completed prior to entering the SYD program to ensure 24 hour supervised medical care is not required. SYD is able to provide individualized support services 24 hours a day to youth and their families.
The Specialized Youth Detox Intake Coordinator is available Monday through Friday 9am – 5pm and is located out of the Main YES building at 533 Yates Street.
For more information contact:
Office Line: 250-383-3514
Email: syd@vyes.ca