Antoine’s Testimonial, Youth Program, Saint-Malachie, 2022

2023-06-21

Dear God, please give me the serenity to accept all the harm I have endured, the courage to continue fighting and the wisdom to help all those who are hurting.  My name is Antoine. I am 21 years old, I am an addict and an alcoholic, and I have been recovering one day at a… Read more »

Testimonial from Léo, the pirate lost at sea

2023-04-13

Trois jeunes adolescents, de dos, font une marche en pleine nature.

“I’m taking the time I need. It’s March 1, 2022 and I am worn out as I walk to the door and away from my home. Behind me is a family that has been torn apart. Empty cans are strewn everywhere. There are bottles of alcohol hidden in my wardrobe; I’d like to fling them… Read more »

Addiction Services: Have 18 to 21-Year-Olds Emerged From Their Adolescence?

2021-04-16

Recent questions about caring for young adults battling drug and alcohol addiction are changing mindsets about where these young people belong in social and health services. Portage considered this matter and has now extended its adolescent program in Eastern Quebec to cater to young adults aged 18 to 21 as of March 2021. The New… Read more »