Pubdate: Fri, 02 Mar 2007
Source: Alberni Valley News (CN BC)
Copyright: 2007 Alberni Valley News
Contact:  http://www.albernivalleynews.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/4247
Author: Heather Reid
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VIHA EXPANDS ADDICTION SERVICES

Port Alberni is getting another full-time youth and family counsellor 
as a result of enhanced youth addiction services.

"We've basically doubled counseling services in Port Alberni," said 
Moira McLean of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA).

In addition, Nanaimo will get five new detox and supported 
residential beds for youth.

Port Alberni teens who are referred by a doctor for detoxification 
would use the new facilities in Nanaimo. Community out-patient 
counseling services from Duncan north to Campbell River will be increased.

A total of 17 new treatment beds across the island will be in place by March.

"Today's announcement is going to help youths in the mid Island who 
are struggling with addictions," said Nanaimo-Parksville MLA Ron Cantelon.
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