WMS offers detoxification beds for males and females 16 years of age and older, who are under the influence of, or in withdrawal from alcohol or drugs. It is a level 2 withdrawal management service where individuals receive supportive care to help them through their withdrawal symptoms and the withdrawal process.

Tapering protocols to manage withdrawal symptoms may be initiated in co-operation with the individual’s own physician.

During the detoxification period, information is provided to individuals about outpatient and residential drug and alcohol assessment and treatment processes, and referrals for treatment can be facilitated. Support group meetings are made available to individuals on-site. Early recovery issues are also discussed in an educational group.