Statement Regarding Closure of the Lethbridge Drug Consumption Services Site
Standoff, AB —The Blood Tribe Department of Health (BTDH) issued the following statement today regarding the Government of Alberta’s announcement of the closure of the Lethbridge Drug Consumption Services (DCS) site:
“We support the reinvestment toward recovery and outreach services at the Lethbridge Wellness Shelter and Stabilization Unit. The transition away from the DCS sites will allow for the provision of a broader range of services to reduce harm and improve direct access to treatment for the people we serve. This announcement and action from the province are a vital step in improving health outcomes in our community.”
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About the Blood Tribe Department of Health
The Blood Tribe Department of Health (BTDH) offers culturally competent, holistic, and accessible health and wellness services. Established in 1984, BTDH provides a range of services and is committed to uplifting the health and well-being of its people through comprehensive and tailored health initiatives.
BTDH assumed operations of the Lethbridge Wellness Shelter and Stabilization Unit in 2023 and provides emergency shelter and stabilization services through recovery-focused interventions, providing pathways for our most vulnerable members.
For information contact:
Kelsey No Runner
Director of Communications
403-361-1704 | communications@btdh.ca