A: In most cases you leave samples twice a week until you are at level 6 on the program and then you will leave a UDS once a week. There is also random testing and you could be called and…
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Q: How do I gain carries/ take home doses?
A: Once you have been on the program for 2 months and are able to handle carries safely, your physician will prescribe take-home doses at a rate of one dose per week every four weeks, to a maximum of six…
Q: Do I have to come to the clinic daily?
A: Yes, in the beginning of the program you will be coming to the clinic or on site pharmacy daily for your medication. As Professionals in administering both MMT and BUP our staff know how the medications work and can…
Q: How long will I be on the program?
A: The answer to this is as unique as each patient and as such, there is no “right” answer. Each person’s recovery journey is as individualized as they are themselves. For some individuals it can take years, or they may…
Q: Will you call CAS when I sign up on the program?
A: We do not automatically call CAS when you sign up on the program, if there is proof and thought of a child under the age of 16 being in harm we have a duty to report just as other…
Q: Is my personal information confidential? Will my family, employer, outside agencies be made aware that I am on medication assisted therapy?
A: All client information is confidential. CHANGE will not release a client’s personal information without a signed consent from the client, unless there is sufficient enough evidence to prove that another individual and/or child is at risk of harm, the…
Q: Is my medication costs covered?
A: The costs of medications may be covered under government plans such as Ontario Drug Benefits (ODB) or Non-Insured Health Benefits (NHIB), a private medical plan, or Trillium Drug Plan (TDP).
Q: How is the program paid for?
A: Clinic visits are fully paid for if you have a valid OHIP card. From time to time there may be needs outside of this, i.e. special forms or letters that are not covered under the Schedule of Benefits and…
Q: How do I get my first dose?
A: We will start you as soon as it can be done safely. Often this is on the same day you see your doctor or within a few days.
Q: How soon will I be able to get treatment?
A: We try to have every new patient see a doctor within 24 hours of when the patient first comes to the clinic. Please note that some things may affect this, such as weekends or holidays.
