Mercy Canada

Christian-based, specialized outpatient program for women ages 13 and up across Canada who are dealing with any number of life-controlling issues. Free program is approximately six to nine months, and is voluntary and highly structured. Services include individual and group counselling, nutritional education, fitness training, educational preparation, biblical teaching, and transitional planning. Also supports women in the program who are making adoption choices; the adoption process will be coordinated with an external organization. Accepts self-referrals; application forms can be downloaded from website. Clients must be clean/sober for 72 hours prior to intake; admission post-detox is considered on a case-by-case basis. Does not accept women on methadone maintenance or prescription narcotics. There may be staff available who speak other languages, but the program does not offer access to an interpretation service. Wheelchair accessible. Office hours are 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Thursday.