How to make a referral to De Novo Treatment Centre:

1. Eligibility: Have your Union Business Agent / Representative or Employer contact De Novo Treatment Centre and confirm that you are a Member in Good Standing or an Employee of a contributing Employer, and eligible to enroll in the De Novo program @ 1-800-933-6686.

2. Self-Referral: Call De Novo Treatment Centre and provide your personal information @ 1-800-933-6686.

3. Intake Interview: Complete an Intake Interview over the phone. This interview will be scheduled with you for a specific date and time. The interview may take up to 1 hour to complete.

4. Medication Reconciliation: Complete Medication Reconciliation with your health care provider or pharmacist, and forward documentation to De Novo, as needed.

a. If you ARE PRESCRIBED medications or supplements for any reason, have your health care provider who prescribes the medications complete the Medication Reconciliation Form or have your pharmacy provide a medication summary.

b. If you ARE SELF-ADMINISTERING over-the-counter medications or supplements not prescribed by a qualified health professional, have your qualified health care provider complete the Medication Reconciliation Form attesting that it is safe and appropriate for you to continue self-administering these during your admission at De Novo Treatment Centre.

c. If you ARE NOT PRESCRIBED any medication, over-the-counter medications or supplements complete the Medication Reconciliation form attesting that you are not taking medications or supplements.

d. Fax (705-788-2607) or Email (Ad********@****vo.ca) the completed and signed Medication Reconciliation Form to De Novo Treatment Centre.

5. Review: Once your intake interview has been completed, your Medication Reconciliation Form has been received, and any outstanding questions have been answered, your referral will be reviewed for approval. Once approved, an admission date will be negotiated with you. Admissions are scheduled Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

6. Informed Consent: Before your scheduled admission, you are strongly encouraged to read De Novo’s Informed Consent document, which is available on our website, or contact De Novo directly for a copy.

Getting Ready for Residential Treatment at De Novo – Please refer to the Program Information and Referral Guide, here.