Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

Medical Withdrawal Service


Description

Medically managed intensive inpatient treatment and withdrawal management of severe substance use

  • comprehensive withdrawal management and stabilization
  • integrated treatment planning and referral
  • support with coping skills in early sobriety
  • pharmacological treatments
  • nicotine replacement therapy available in tobacco-free environment
  • group, individual and psychoeducation sessions
  • program duration 3-21 days, depending on individual need
  • multidisciplinary team
Eligibility
Individuals 18 years and older with severe and persistent substance use and complex health issues who need more intensive treatment than what is available in the community
Application Process
Voluntary admission: Self referral through Access CAMH or referral through CAMH emergency department
Telephone assessment/screening required prior to admission and placement on wait list; no admission on weekends or public holidays
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Office
416-535-8501 ext 36071
Access CAMH
416 535-8501 press 2
Web Site
https://www.camh.ca
Mailing Address
60 White Squirrel Way
Toronto, ON, M6J 1H4
Canada
Languages
English, Access to trained interpreters available for French and other languages
Fees
All services covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)
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Last Updated On
November 24, 2025
Last Verified On
November 24, 2025
Address
60 White Squirrel Way
Toronto, ON, M6J 1H4

Cross street: Queen St W and Dovercourt Rd


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Accessibility
Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall
Hours of Operation
Mon
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Tue
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Wed
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Thu
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Fri
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Access CAMH Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Admission hours dependent on individual's confirmed admission; no admissions on weekends or public holidays; inpatient withdrawal services Mon-Sun 24 hours
Service Area(s)
Greater Toronto Area