Lethbridge recovery centre helped 120 clients in its first year [Video]

A Lethbridge recovery centre, tasked with helping residents struggling with addictions, is celebrating its first year of success in the community.

The 50-bed facility opened in September 2023 and is designed to assist men over the age of 18.

A similar facility next door offers supports to women.

The $19-million centre is run by Fresh Start Recovery and provides addiction treatment at no cost to its clients.

Since it’s opening, 120 clients have stayed an average of four months in the community, but officials say anyone can stay there for up to a year.

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“The Lethbridge Recovery Community is a place of hope and healing. It stands as an example of our government’s focus on long-term wellness and recovery,” said Alberta’s Minister for Mental Health and Addiction Dan Williams in a statement.

“With the Alberta recovery model, we are helping people overcome the disease …