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2441 Old Vernon Rd. Kelowna, BC V1X 6N8
A Safe and Nurturing Environment for Women’s Addiction Recovery
At The Way-Out Recovery, we provide a compassionate and structured drug and alcohol treatment program grounded in the Twelve Step philosophy. Our abstinence-based approach empowers women with the tools they need to live clean and sober lives. We understand the unique challenges women face in overcoming addiction, and our staff is experienced in supporting each woman through her recovery journey with care and respect.
Overview
Recovery Program
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Our Program
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Treatment Objectives
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Eligibility
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Goals & Outcomes
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Orchard-Based Living & Life Skills
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Aftercare & Continued Support
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Intensive Treatment Program
Our drug and alcohol recovery program focuses on creating a supportive community and offers a wide range of recovery resources:
- Twelve-Step-Based Therapy
- Group & One-on-One Counseling
- Interactive Video & Oral Presentations
- Reading & Writing Assignments
- Attendance at AA & NA Meetings
- Medical Support from Addiction Physicians
- Opiate Antagonist Therapies Permitted
- Female-Only Staff
- Yoga & Meditation Programs
- Healing Circle & Exercise Area
- On-Site Zen Garden
- Self-Referral & Flexible Access to Employment Opportunities
Treatment Objectives
- Our treatment model is designed to help women:
- Recognize and accept their addiction
- Develop relapse prevention strategies
- Build a clean and sober lifestyle
- Set and achieve educational and employment goals
- Establish a supportive network for long-term recovery
Eligibility
To be eligible, women must:
- Be 19 years of age or older
- Have alcohol and/or drug abuse as a primary diagnosis
- Be approved by our physician for detoxification
- Be able to function in a therapeutic group setting
- Be fluent in English or have access to translation services
Goals & Outcomes
Our program is designed to foster:
- Abstinence from substance use
- Improved physical and mental health
- Better family and social interactions
- Enhanced educational and vocational skills
- Reduced involvement in the criminal justice system
- Better housing conditions and community resource utilization
Orchard-Based Living & Life Skills
In addition to our therapeutic offerings, The Way-Out Recovery is located on a beautiful orchard, providing clients with a unique opportunity to engage with nature.
Our clients can:
- Pick their own fruits, including apples, right from the orchard
- Learn canning techniques to preserve fresh produce
- Bake and cook with seasonal ingredients, incorporating wellness into daily life
- Develop practical life skills such as gardening, cooking, and crafting
These activities serve as both therapeutic experiences and practical lessons in self-sufficiency, offering women a holistic approach to recovery.
Aftercare & Continued Support
Recovery doesn’t end after treatment. Upon completing the 60-day program, our clients have access to:
- Private Second-Stage Housing: Safe, structured living for up to two years, fostering stability post-treatment.
- Ongoing Counseling: Continued therapy and support, including trauma-informed care.
- Life Skills Workshops: From career development to educational support, we help women reintegrate into society with confidence.
- Employment Opportunities: We offer on-site work placements to help women regain a sense of purpose.
Intensive Treatment Program
For women seeking a more immersive experience, our intensive program includes:
- Life Management Skills
- Art Therapy & Sewing Workshops
- Yoga & Meditation
- Personality Testing
- Pre-Employment Workshops
- Trauma Counseling
This program emphasizes personal growth, offering both group and individual support to faster recovery.
Why Choose The Way-Out Recovery?
At The Way-Out Recovery, we believe in a whole-person approach to Drug and Alcohol addiction treatment. We focus on the individual’s strengths and partner with them as an active participant in their recovery process. Our trauma-informed care ensures that each woman feels safe, secure, and supported during her stay. With the guidance of our caring staff, women regain their strength, rebuild their lives, and move toward a thriving future.
Start Your Journey to Recovery Today
From the moment you step onto our orchard grounds, you’ll experience the warmth, safety, and support needed to begin your healing journey. Whether you’re just starting or need ongoing aftercare, The Way-Out Recovery is here to guide you every step of the way.
What to bring:
- Alcohol free hygiene products (mouth wash, shampoo, soap, toothpaste, deodorant etc..)
- Feminine hygiene products (tampons, pads)
- Comfortable and weather appropriate clothing and footwear (slippers, jackets, raincoats, gumboots, umbrella, shorts, flipflops, bathing suits) depending on the season
- Facecloths, towels
Preferred bedding (pillows, blankets, sheets, comforters, etc..) we also provide these - Preferred pens, markers, binder, journal, lined paper for written work
- Personal identification (necessary for payment) including proof of extended
3 weeks of OAT prescription where applicable - Alarm
- Clear water container
- Loonies for laundry ($1.00 per load)
- Pictures of family, friends, pets etc..
- Enough tobacco products for 3 weeks (no loose tobacco or rolling papers
- Stamps, envelopes, addresses for anyone you want to send mail too
- Clothes hangers
What not to bring:
- No electronics (television, stereo, electronic games etc..)
- No provocative/inappropriate clothing
- No perfume, body sprays, heavily scented lotions (we are a scent free zone)
- No nail polish, nail polish remover or nail glue
- No weapons or adults toys
- No over the counter medications- this includes creams or vitamins unless the vitamins are sealed upon arrival
- No lottery tickets or gambling products of any kind
- Vehicles
Reminders:
- We are on a septic system so we must be careful about what goes down the drain, therefore, no products with bleach, fabric softeners, hair dye or bath salts.
- Clients may not be taking benzodiazepines, opiates, narcotics, muscle relaxants or stimulants while in treatment. NO EXCEPTIONS!
- Clients MUST deal with court or trials prior to coming into treatment.
- Clients are limited to a suitcase and 1 carry-on bag only. Any additional belongings will be sent home on arrival. Belongings will be searched upon arrival and all unsafe products will be removed and put into storage until the client completes the program.
- Mon - Fri: 8.00 am. - 6.00 pm.
- 2441 Old Vernon Rd. Kelowna, BC V1X 6N8
- 778-594-6232