EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia
EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia
EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia offers the supportive space you need to begin rehab.
Part of the EHN Canada network, we offer comprehensive treatment programs for addiction and related mental health disorders. Our evidence-based treatment model is rooted in holistic approaches, ensuring that every aspect of a patient’s well-being is addressed.
Watch to find out more about what makes rehab and addiction treatment at EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia unique.
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Find the right evidence-based treatment program for you.
What does evidence-based mean? It means that our therapy is guided by scientific methods that work.
NOVA SCOTIA DRUG AND ALCOHOL INPATIENT PROGRAM
An effective rehab treatment program that addresses the physical dependence and underlying mental health concerns that contribute to addiction.
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NOVA SCOTIA HYBRID ADDICTION PROGRAM
Get convenience and stability with a combination of short inpatient stay followed by virtual outpatient treatment.
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FAMILY SUPPORT PROGRAM
As our patients work towards recovery an addiction or other mental health disorders, we provide their families with the knowledge and skills they need to support their loved ones and themselves.
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What sets EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia Apart? Measurement-based care that works.
EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia (formerly Ledgehill) is located in picturesque Lawrencetown, in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. Our comfortable facility offers EHN Canada’s world-class, evidence-based treatment for mental health, substance use, and concurrent disorders. Our multidisciplinary team takes a holistic approach to your recovery while ensuring that you are able to heal in a safe and welcoming space.
EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia offers an unparalleled level of care through:
- Personalized Treatment Plans customized to meet the unique needs of each individual, ensuring effective and meaningful recovery outcomes.
- Innovative, Evidence-Based Rehab Treatments incorporating the latest advancements in mental health care to provide results-driven therapies.
- Measurement-based Care which means that we are constantly measuring and adjusting treatment plans based on the unique needs of our patients
- Canada’s Largest Network of Inpatient Mental Health Facilities with an extensive support system, offering a continuum of care across the country.
The expert treatment you need for recovery from addiction or a mental health disorder.
Finding and accessing evidence-based treatment in Atlantic Canada isn’t always easy. EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia’s multidisciplinary team – including doctors, psychiatrists, nurses, psychotherapists, counsellors, and coaches – is dedicated to providing the best care possible. Together, they will help you learn the skills it takes to overcome addiction and mental health disorders.
Exceptional Clinical Support
We maintain a high clinician-to-patient ratio, ensuring personalized care through both group and one-on-one sessions.
24/7 Medical Access
Our team includes dedicated nurses and counsellors available around the clock, with doctors and psychiatrists on-site to provide expert medical care.
Holistic Wellness
We address the whole person, offering therapeutic programs such as yoga, art therapy, and fitness activities. We also have on-site detox beds and a pharmacy.
Specialized Mental Health Care
Our mental health team, including on-site psychologists and Master’s level therapists, offers comprehensive support tailored to individual needs.
Family-Focused Care
Recovery is a shared journey, which is why we provide inclusive family programs to foster lasting healing and connection.
What is EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia’s rehab facility like?
Focusing on your recovery from addiction or a mental health disorder means being free from other distractions and finding space with comfort and peace. Sometimes people look for treatment close to home while others seek treatment centres further away.
EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia is surrounded by lush green spaces in its rural Nova Scotia setting. With a focus on wellness, we encourage patients to take advantage of our beautiful surroundings to enjoy the fresh air and tranquility and get outdoor exercise in support of their recovery.
Here, you will have access to:
- On-site medical professionals, with 24/7 access to nurses for withdrawal management and general medical support
- Fitness room
- Comfortable common areas
- Library/Lounge
- Healthy meals prepared onsite
- Outdoor hiking trails and pond
- Peer support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous and SMART Recovery, during and after treatment
- Therapeutic art and music as well as yoga, fitness, meditation
What happens after you complete rehab treatment at EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia?
Our commitment doesn’t end when inpatient treatment concludes. EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia emphasizes the importance of relapse prevention and robust Aftercare, ensuring that our patients have the tools for their lifelong journeys of recovery. By fostering resilience and providing continuous support, we stand beside our patients every step of the way.
You’ll have access to:
- Relapse Prevention Skills to help you navigate challenges and stay on track.
- 1 Year of Aftercare to guide you as you transition back to daily life.
- Lifelong belonging in our EHN Canada Alumni Association, offering peer connections, events, and ongoing encouragement.
Your recovery journey continues with EHN Bellwood’s lifelong support.
Meet the EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia Team
Finding and accessing evidence-based treatment in Atlantic Canada isn’t always easy. EHN Bellwood Nova Scotia’s multidisciplinary team – including doctors, psychiatrists, nurses, psychotherapists, counsellors, and coaches are dedicated to providing the best care possible. Together, they will help you learn and implement skills to overcome addiction and mental health struggles.
Here are just a few of the people who make it possible.
Helen Luedee, MSW, RSW
Executive Director
John Findlater, MSW, RSW
Therapist
Nicole Elsworth
Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor
