Community Bed-Based Treatment & Recovery

Last updated: April 2nd, 2024 at 4:53pm

Island Health offers community bed-based treatment and recovery services to support individuals experiencing moderate to severe mental health and substance use concerns. 

Mental Health and Substance Use teams also connect people with appropriate community agencies.

Island Health services are accessed by contacting your local Mental Health and Substance Use team.

Programs and services

General Information on Community Bed-Based Treatment & Recovery

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News & Events

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Starting conversations that save lives: expanding Caring Conversations Cards for the community

As communities across the region prepare to mark the 25th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, Island Health is launching a community version of its Caring Conversations Cards, a resource designed to help people talk openly about substance use, reduce stigma and build understanding.

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New substance use service at Royal Jubilee Hospital helps patients in crisis

Adults experiencing significant substance use challenges now have access to a new, dedicated inpatient service at Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH).

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Comox Valley

Location changes for Community Health and Mental Health and Substance Use Services in the Comox Valley

Starting March 23, 2026, Community Health Services and Mental Health and Substance Use services will swap locations in the Comox Valley.

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