Virtual Substance Use and Psychiatry Service
Provides Indigenous people in BC access to specialists in addictions medicine and psychiatry through video conferencing or in a health centre or client's home.
Clients work with their care providers to choose a location for the appointments. Referral providers are encouraged to attend appointments to provide local knowledge for care planning and continued client support.
Clients work with their care providers to choose a location for the appointments. Referral providers are encouraged to attend appointments to provide local knowledge for care planning and continued client support.
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Eligibility
All people in BC who identify as being Indigenous, and to their family members even if they are non-status.
Application process
Appointment and referral from health and wellness providers, Knowledge Keepers, Elders, or health professionals required. See website for detailed information and instructions.
Program fee
Free Service
Mon
09:00 - 17:00
Tue
09:00 - 17:00
Wed
09:00 - 17:00
Thu
09:00 - 17:00
Fri
09:00 - 17:00
Substance use and addiction hours as noted. Psychiatry hours: Mon - Fri, 09:30 - 15:00.
Languages
English
Service delivery
Telephone
Coverage area
BC