The Youth-VAST (Vaping, Alcohol, Substance Use, and Technology) Dependence Program is Canada’s first personalized youth addiction program that provides team-based care to address many types of addiction. The program offers free and confidential treatment to youth aged 12 to 21 living in Ontario to help them develop healthy coping strategies, access specialized treatment, and build resilience in managing their addiction, either in-person or virtually. No referral necessary.
Youth in the program will meet with a Care Coach who will listen and help them build a way forward to change behaviours. They will get personalized treatment to manage cravings and triggers and if needed, they will meet with a physician for medication.
To learn more and to get a youth started, visit WeHearYou.ca
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