Treatment

Thinking about treatment?

You can ask questions before you decide. We’ll explain residential and outpatient treatment and help you figure out whether Dorie’s House might fit.

Dorie’s House

205 Herbert Street East
Swift Current, Saskatchewan

Service: Substance use treatment
Age: 12–18 inclusive

Kitchen + diningMeals and everyday life.

What to expect

What treatment looks like

Residential treatment: Stay at Dorie’s House while you work through the program. There are six treatment beds for youth from across Saskatchewan.
How long will I stay?: Most residential stays are about three to six weeks. Your stay is based on what you need.
Outpatient treatment: Take part in treatment during the day without living at Dorie’s House. Up to six outpatient spaces are available locally, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. See outpatient treatment ↓
After you leave: Support can continue for up to one year.
Do I have to go?: Treatment is voluntary. You choose to take part.

Before residential treatment: You need to be 14 days sober. Dorie’s House does not provide detox. If you’re not there yet, call Admissions and we’ll explain the next step. How to Get Started →

Need something to make the space work for you? Dorie’s House has accessible-width doorways, level main-floor circulation, accessible showers and a wheelchair lift between levels. Tell Admissions about mobility, bathing or personal-care needs before you arrive so we can plan with you. Accessibility details →

You can contact us yourself

You do not need a parent or professional to ask about treatment. If you are 15 or younger, a parent or legal guardian must consent before you can stay. We’ll explain what is needed.

Is Dorie’s House the right place for me?

We’ll talk about what is going on, what support you need and whether Dorie’s House can provide it safely. A Saskatchewan Health Authority clinician is part of that process. If another service needs to come first, we’ll explain why and help plan the next step.

Outpatient treatment

Treatment during the day. Home in the evening.

Outpatient treatment lets youth take part at Dorie’s House during the day without staying overnight. It is available locally in Swift Current and area, with up to six spaces.

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where do I stay?: You take part in programming at Dorie’s House during the day and return home in the evening.
What do I do?: Outpatient participants follow the same core daytime treatment structure, including groups, individual or family work when appropriate, schoolwork and planning for what comes next.
Who is it for?: Youth ages 12–18 who can access treatment locally. Admissions will talk with you about whether outpatient treatment fits what you need.

You can ask about outpatient treatment yourself. You do not need another organization to refer you before starting the conversation. How to Get Started →

Residential treatment

What will I actually do all day if I stay here?

There is a routine, but not every day is the same.

Morning

Wake up, breakfast, check-in and morning activities

Midday

Lunch, some time to yourself and group activities

Afternoon

Tidy your room, help around the house and take part in activities

Evening

Supper, shared clean-up, recreation and meetings

Night

Time to wind down and get ready for bed

This gives you an idea of the daily rhythm. Some days will look different because of appointments, activities or what you need.

People here

Who will be there?

Youth workers

Youth workers are here 24 hours a day. You’ll see them most often, and they can help with meals, appointments, activities and everyday life.

Mental-health therapist

Someone to talk with one-on-one and in groups as part of treatment.

Teacher liaison

You can keep going to school while you are here. Our teacher liaison works with Maverick School, Chinook School Division and your home school.

Health-care support

Saskatchewan Health Authority professionals are involved when needed as part of your treatment and care.

Before you arrive

Things you might be wondering about.

Can I keep my phone?

Not while you are staying here for treatment. Phones, laptops and other devices with internet or cameras are kept safely for you during your stay. There is a house phone you can use to stay in touch with approved contacts.

What happens with school?

You can keep going to school while you are here. Our teacher liaison works with your home school so you can continue your education during treatment.

What are meals and chores like?

Meals are provided. You will also help with ordinary things around the house, like laundry, keeping your room tidy and shared cleaning.

What if I do not have everything I need?

Tell staff. Dorie’s House can help with basic clothing and necessities when you need them.

What should I do with prescribed medication?

Bring your prescribed medications with you and tell admissions what you take before you arrive. Staff will explain how medication works during your stay.

Will staff search me or my room?

Staff do not body-search you. A room or your belongings would only be searched if there is a specific safety concern, and there are rules staff have to follow when that happens.

Are there checks at night?

Yes. Staff do safety checks of residential rooms during the night.

Can I leave the House during treatment?

Residential treatment is a live-in program, so you will not leave the House on your own during your stay. Community activities and medical appointments are arranged with staff.

What about nicotine or visitors?

Dorie’s House is smoke-free indoors. We’ll go over the rules for nicotine, visitors and passes with you before you come so you know what to expect.

What if I decide I want to leave treatment?

Treatment is voluntary. If you want to leave, tell staff. We’ll talk through what is going on and make a safe plan for what happens next.

Questions welcome

Want to know if Dorie’s House could work for you?

You can call or email before filling anything out. Ask what you need to know about treatment, space and what happens next.

How to Get Started What to expect

Dorie’s House is not a detox service or hospital.

If someone is in immediate danger, or at immediate risk of harming themselves or another person, call 911.

Safety + privacy information →

Admissions

306-773-0567

If you’re a young personAsk a treatment questionadmissions@southwestyes.com