What this program does...

The Men’s Addiction Service Hamilton (MASH) is a safe place that welcomes men, men-identified individuals, transgender, non-binary folk, who are struggling with substance use problems.

Men’s Addiction Service Hamilton was planned, developed and implemented using the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care (MOHLTC) endorsed Ontario Withdrawal Management Standards.  Our committed team of program staff has extensive expertise in evidence-informed practice for men with substance use problems (including tobacco). The program is exceeding the Provincial Withdrawal Management Standards and continues to be a trendsetter and innovator in the field.

Our program services include: 24 hour /7 day a week crisis telephone support, residential withdrawal management, psycho-educational relapse prevention and recovery programming and treatment/next steps / referral planning, a very effective day program for clients in transition, a community tobacco addiction program and access to psychiatric sessions and a primary care physician through a partnership with the Shelter Health Network.

How this program helps...

Our goals are:

• To provide safety, dignity and support to men in crisis related to their substance use.
• To provide compassionate, expert care, information, and treatment options that assist men to make informed decisions regarding their health and recovery from substance use.

Your Care Team

The team at MASH begins by talking with each individual to understand his specific needs and his willingness to be admitted to the withdrawal management program.

Our dedicated team has specialty knowledge and skills related to men’s substance use, concurrent disorders (mental illness and substance use) and trauma.  We have expertise in working with men who are intoxicated, in withdrawal and in crisis related to their substance use.

Contact

595 Main Street East
Hamilton, Ontario, L8M 1J4
24/7 Access: 905 527-9264
Administrative: 905 522-1155 ext. 35219 / 35220

Referral Process

If you are a man struggling with a substance use problem or if you are concerned about someone you care about, please call us, any time 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  We can help you with next steps relating to substance use and recovery.

If you are struggling with substance use and want our help, a telephone assessment will be completed to consider your immediate needs and the best next steps. An admission to MASH will be arranged based on the availability of beds and/or a referral will be made to a more appropriate program based on your specific needs.

Men admitted to the program are consciously fit, able to get around and medically stable.

Family members, friends, health care practitioners, agencies, community resources and supports are welcome to call; we do require to speak directly with the man about his needs for an admission related to his substance use.

Preparing for Your Stay

After the telephone assessment, you will be invited to bring comfortable clothes and toiletries for the duration of your stay.  During the first 24 hours of your visit we will be monitoring your withdrawal closely and encouraging you to rest.

Maps & Directions

We are located at 595 Main St. East in Hamilton at the Corner of Main Street East just east of Sanford Ave. South.

Please click here for a Google Map of our location.

Registration Procedures

Men in crisis related to substance use should call and talk with a team member about their issues and next steps towards recovery. We are here to help you and encourage you to call us at anytime (day or night) at 905 527-9264.

After Your Visit

You are welcome to call us any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to talk about how your recovery is going and/or for additional support.  Please consider calling us if you are feeling that you might start using your substance again.

Some men find it helpful to attend the day program after their admission to the withdrawal management centre.  We encourage you to speak with one of our team members during your visit or by telephone to inquire about support through admission to the day program.