Our Program
We are an Indigenous agency that is open to people of all walks of life that are seeking a solution to the problem of addiction. We offer a solution to those suffering in the grips of a chronic, progressive and fatal illness by teaching them how to recreate there lives.
In Calgary, Sunrise is the only addictions treatment centre where Indigenous culture and spirituality are used harmoniously with the 12 Steps pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous for the treatment of addiction.
Because our abstinence-based approach is harmonious with Indigenous values and teachings, we have incorporated the use of the Medicine Wheel into all our recovery teachings.
Sunrise Programs and Services are based on Culture and the 12 steps, including the following:
• Enriched healing experience with Indigenous teachings and Sharing Circles
• Indigenous Elders meet with clients individually for spiritual teachings
• Educational teachings on resume writing, job skills and social boundaries
• Zero barrier Outpatient drop-in program
• Continued recovery through sponsorship in a the 12 Step fellowship
• Continued inclusion in Sunrise through the Alumni Group
• Guest presentations
Admission Process
Completed forms can be faxed to: (403) 269-5578
Sunrise Healing Lodge Society reserves the right to refuse admission to anyone we deem not appropriate for our programs. For more information please contact our Admissions Coordinator at (403) 261-7921.
Admission Criteria
Must be free of alcohol and drugs for 3 days
No Couples
Can be self-referred.
