Whiskyjack Treatment Centre
Whiskyjack Treatment Centre program offers 22 beds for residential
treatment services of which 12 beds are dedicated to solvent abuse
and 10 beds for other addictions. The program is designed to
accommodate First Nation Youth, ages 11 to 17. The program is based
on providing effective holistic healing for youth and their families
within a safe environment of respect, trust and love. The program is
offered continuously throughout the year for female and male clients
with both programs operating simultaneously but separated by gender.
Intake occurs continuously.
When necessary and appropriate, Psychological and Psychiatric
assessments are referred out.
Treatment Program Includes:
Individual Therapy: Expressive Arts Therapy, Traditional Native Therapy
Individual & Group Counselling: Reality Therapy, Life/Social Skills, Personal Life Management,
Violence Prevention, Sexuality, Addictions
Group Therapy: Sexual Abuse, Family Violence, Grief & Loss
Traditional Native Therapy: Sweat Lodge, Pipe, Smudge, Fasting & Naming Ceremonies; Clan,
Male & Female Roles & Responsibilities and other Traditional
Teachings.
Family Program: Parenting Skills, Parent Support, support networks, family
dynamics
Education: On site classroom.
Recreation: swimming, skating, bowling, outdoor/indoor team sports, camping,
field trips, Gym
Health Services: regular Doctor, Dentist & Eye Doctor appointments, referrals for
other health care needs
Personal Life Management: Structured and systematic program, develop coping skills.
Mailing Address:
Whiskyjack Treatment Centre
336 Thompson Drive
Thompson, Manitoba
Canada – R8N 0C4
Phone and Fax Number
Phone: 1-204-359-8995
Fax: 1-204-359-6497