The 2nd Floor Women’s Recovery Centre is a live-in addiction recovery program exclusively for self-identified women, with priority given to those who are pregnant or at risk of becoming pregnant. However, you do not have to be pregnant to attend the 2nd Floor—we are here to support all women who need our services.
Located in Cold Lake, Alberta, this 9-bed facility focuses on helping women with problematic substance use to build healthier lifestyles and ultimately have healthier children. Each client receives an individualized treatment plan tailored to her unique circumstances, followed by a comprehensive aftercare plan to foster a strong support network as she continues her recovery journey.
The 2nd Floor Women's Recovery Centre employs a trauma-informed, harm reduction approach, offering a variety of services aimed at holistic recovery:
Participants learn essential life skills such as effective communication, decision-making, personal hygiene, parenting, budgeting, grocery shopping, and even wilderness survival. These skills help build confidence and independence, laying the groundwork for a healthier future.
The program assists women in securing important documents like birth certificates, health cards, and status cards. It also provides support in navigating income assistance, legal supervision, and child and family services, helping participants understand safety plans and coordinate visits with family members.
Embracing cultural practices is a key component of the program. Clients have opportunities to participate in smudging ceremonies, attend cultural teachings, and receive counseling from an Indigenous perspective. Traditional parenting and grief workshops, as well as church services, are also available.
The program offers a variety of alternative therapies, including drumming, yoga, massage therapy, equine-assisted learning, and art, providing creative outlets for healing and self-expression.
2nd Floor Women’s Recovery Centre has been privileged to support many women on their path to recovery. The staff feels honored to be a part of each woman’s healing journey, providing a safe and supportive environment for those who choose the 2nd Floor as their recovery home.
If you or someone you know could benefit from our services, please call us anytime at 780-594-9903. We are here to support you—welcome to the 2nd Floor.
