Admissions
It’s never too late for recovery.
Admission is Quick and Easy
From the first point of contact with Andy’s House, our trained team is dedicated to making sure that all your questions and concerns are addressed. We are committed to making your journey as seamless as possible. Our admissions process is client-centered and ensures we match your individual needs to the correct treatment program.
Admission Process
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Call Us
You can call us now or schedule a call back, and discuss with a trained professional if we are the best addiction treatment centre for your needs. If we adequately match your needs, then you may continue to the assessment section. If not, we are glad to provide you with information on how you may pursue your recovery elsewhere.
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Confidential Assessment
If you are interested in our services and meet our admission criteria, we then proceed to an addiction assessment. The assessment allows us to better determine which program will best meet your needs. Following this initial assessment, you will be ready to commence with admission to Andy’s House.
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Check In
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by staff who will take possession of your belongings and begin the intake process. This begins with a number of assessments. These will help us to safely manage withdrawals and any possible risks.
Admission Criteria
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Residents must be 18+ years of age.
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Substance use must be the primary problem.
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Must be entering treatment voluntarily with a commitment to discovering a healthier lifestyle free from addictions.
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No couples, married, common-law or otherwise, family members or friends are permitted as residents at the same time.
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We provide services to individuals of all cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds, however we may be limited in what we may accommodate.
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Our facility is not wheelchair accessible.
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We do not accept residents who are currently on the Methadone maintenance program or Suboxone. All Methadone and Suboxone clientele must have completed their last dose prior to admission.
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Residents must be able to speak, write, and understand English well enough to express themselves.
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Toiletries
- Shampoo, conditioner, hair products, face creams, etc (alcohol-free and in original sealed containers — no open containers will be accepted)
- Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, shaving razor and cream
- Feminine hygiene products
- Deodorant
- Shower sandals
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Clothing
- Comfortable casual clothing
- Sleepwear
- Socks and underwear
- Bathrobe
- Bathing suit (one-piece) (pool open from July to September)
- Jacket (weather-appropriate)
- Hat, gloves
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Workout Gear
- Gym shoes and workout clothes (no single strap tops, sleeveless tees or tank tops)
- Reusable sport bottle
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Other
- Minimum 1 week of prescription medications (in original bottles) with prescription(s)
- Debit and/or credit card
- Medicare card + 1 other official photo ID
- Minimum 1 week’s worth of cigarettes
- For vape users – pods must be in unopened packages. Note that residents cannot switch from vape to cigarettes and vice versa
- List of family members’ contact info with emergency numbers
- Stationary such as pens, correction tape, envelopes, stamps
What NOT to Bring
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No cologne or perfume
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No mouthwash or other products with alcohol
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No items with offensive, sexual or any slogans that promote alcohol/drugs/violence
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No revealing clothing (short shorts, shirts that expose stomach or shoulders)
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No aerosol products
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No alternative medicines of any form will be accepted
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Please do not bring any food, candy, drinks of any kind
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Petty cash
We ask that a credit card authorization form be completed for most incidentals, however residents may need emergency money for items such as cigarettes, clothing articles, etc. All funds are safely locked away and an accounting record is kept. Residents are not permitted to be in possession of any money while at the centre.
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Reading material
Only recovery-related or spiritual reading material is permitted. We have a well stocked library of such books that can be used by the residents during their stay.
Getting to Andy’s House
Andy’s House is situated in the borough of Lachine on
the Island of Montreal, near Highway 20.
Mailing Address:
3360 rue Notre Dame #25
Lachine, QC H8T 3E2
Toll Free Number:
+1 (844) 689-2639-
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