Every year workplaces, often unknowingly, pay an enormous cost as a result of the misuse and abuse of alcohol, legal and illegal drugs, and gambling addictions by employees or their family members. Cedars offers a comprehensive package of services, working with employers and unions before, during, and after the primary treatment program to ensure the most successful outcome for everyone.

Before Treatment
Coaching Support: So often when an employee is suspected of having a substance abuse problem, the workplace has difficulty making the move from “knowing something should be done” to “doing something.” The staff at Cedars has a wealth of experience working with employers and unions coaching workplace personnel on how to best handle the challenges that substance abuse and gambling addiction can pose for the worksite. If required, we can arrange for a third-party professional to facilitate an intervention process to get someone assessed and into treatment.

Assessments: We believe the client should participate in a comprehensive assessment that considers the medical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the individual. This may be done in the community before the client comes to treatment. If not, it can be done at Cedars on arrival. An individualized treatment plan will be designed based on the assessment.

Detoxification: Cedars has the capability to undertake detoxification if required. Our medical staff specializes in addiction medicine and will ensure the patient’s safety during the detoxification process.

Admissions: We work directly with an employer or union representative to facilitate the process of getting the client into the treatment centre as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Primary Treatment:
The multi-disciplinary inpatient treatment program at Cedars is based on an abstinence model that operates on the premise that people with addiction disorders can be successfully treated; and that a full recovery is probable when given appropriate care. During treatment we consult with the client’s referral agent on an ongoing basis. Before leaving treatment we ensure a well constructed aftercare strategy for 24-60 months post treatment is in place for the client. For further details please refer to the brochure on primary treatment.

AFTER TREATMENT

Workplace Reintegration: A well-designed, monitored return-to-work strategy is often the difference between success and failure for employees returning to work after treatment. We will work with the employer and/or union to craft an appropriate document that outlines the expectations for the client. We can also line up a substance abuse professional in the community to assist the workplace in monitoring the agreement.

Client Follow-Up: Cedars staff will stay in touch with the client for a 24 month period to ensure they are actively working their aftercare program and provide whatever support we can to prevent relapse. We will also follow up with the referral agent by phone and email to help ensure successful workplace reintegration.

Relapse Consultation: We always hope that relapse does not occur, but should this happen Cedars staff are available for consultation and assistance in developing a strategy to help the client find their way back to full recovery. Workplaces can choose those services that best meet the needs of all concerned.