Outreach Program

Outreach Open & Closed Program

C.C.H.S.A Accredited 2000 - 2014

Outreach Closed Group
The Outreach Closed Group program is a 6-week Relapse Prevention Program consisting of workshops and group sessions for those primarily concerned with maintaining their sobriety. Also, the group accommodates those who feel a day program would benefit them rather than a residential treatment program.

Outreach Open Group
N.A.C.M. firmly believes in the benefits of learning or, as is so often the case, re-learning, the traditional values of our ancestors. The Outreach Program is no different. Outreach relies heavily on traditional Native cultural values and beliefs.

The Outreach Open Group program is an 8-week program with a series of meetings consisting of A.A. speaker meetings, Sharing Circles, and Native Cultural Teachings. Its objective is to provide access to basic information on alcohol/drug abuse. Program participants are offered several meetings each week and encouraged to attend regularly. New participants begin each Monday morning.

Intake - Registration

Intake/registration for the Outreach Program is by appointment only and walk in scheduled on any day Monday through Friday. Please phone (204) 586-8395 ext 0 to arrange an appointment. Appointment are made Monday to Wednesday only. Office hours are from 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Office will be closed on Holidays and lunch hours.

Outreach Services

Outreach offers individual, group and family counseling; referrals to other agencies and/or resources; and chemical/alcohol assessments.
NOTE: Those on probation must submit a copy of their probation order to our agency.

Information on Outreach

For an information package on either of the Outreach Programs - Open or Closed or the Pritchard House Rehabilitation Program, contact N.A.C.M. for a referral package.
Phone: (204) 586-8395 Ext. 0
Fax: (204) 589-3921
NOTE: Open Group Meetings are those marked ALL MAY ATTEND

Purpose

The Native Addictions Council of Manitoba's Outreach Treatment Program has been designed to meet the needs of those members of the public who are currently dealing with addiction-related issues, but who do not feel a residential program to be appropriate.
Referrals are accepted from agencies, courts, institutions, hospitals, self and all First Peoples communities.

Services Provided

Counseling: Individual, Family and Group

Pre and post treatment services (After Care)

Home, hospital and institutional visits

Referrals

Native Cultural Therapy

Assessments

Workshops in schools, agencies and communities

Daily Sessions (Monday through Thursday) six week program.

Alcohol and chemical assessments.

Weekly Intake

The Outreach Treatment Program is geared toward providing information as well as support for those participants who have a sincere desire to develop strategies which will enable them to effectively deal with these issues.
Program Description and Topical Examples
The open group program consists of an eight week series of A.A. meetings, group sessions, one-day "mini workshops" on a wide variety of topics, as well as teachings in Native Cultural traditions.
The topics covered during the program include the following:

Addictions and the Native Family

Addictions Free Lifestyles

Native Cultural Therapy

Native Cultural Teachings

Native Identity

Application of Native Spirituality

Women and Men Sharing Circles

Sweat Lodges

Ceremonies

Information Sessions on Abuses

Sexual Abuse Awareness

Assertive Behaviors

Self-esteem Building

Relaxation Exercises

Problem Solving Techniques

Grieving Cycle

Stress Management

Anger Management

Parenting Skills

Gambling Addiction

Explanation of 12 Step Groups

Cocaine Anonymous

Self Help Groups

Gambling Anonymous

Nutrition and Recovery

Aerobic Exercises

Employment Readiness

Spiritual Growth

Shame and Healing the Shame

And More...

Applications and Criteria of Acceptance

Those wishing to enter the Outreach Treatment Program need only register with the Native Addictions Council of Manitoba for an appointment, at our main office at 160 Salter Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Admission to the program is dependant on suitability while others will be referred appropriately. Applicants are expected to show a willingness to actively participate in each and every session attended. Prior to treatment, participants are expected to attend a minimum of two (2) meetings per week.
Registration and assessment forms are completed during the initial contact/counselor interview.