The St. Leonard's Society of Hamilton - Emerald Street Residence     CSC Bed Contracted: 28
Executive Director: John T. Clinton
Address: 24 Emerald Street South, Hamilton, ON. L8N 2V2
Telephone: (905)-529-8494 Fax: (905)-529-2254

History: Incorporated in 1972, St. Leonard’s Hamilton has a long history of providing quality programs and services to adult federal offenders. Originally operating under the name of Astra Society, the program was an eight bed residential facility providing support to male offenders released into the community on conditional release. Today, The St. Leonard’s Society operates two residential facilities, a 20 bed "Place of Transition" and a 28 bed Substance Abuse Treatment Centre. The agency contracts with the Correctional Service of Canada to provide Substance Abuse and Living Skills programs and operates a provincially contracted Intermittent Sentence Program. Starting in 2000, an employment-training program will enable clients to acquire certification in computer technology and repair.

Description: The Treatment Centre at 24 Emerald Street was initially two "century" homes that have been joined together with a third building, providing 28 beds, offices, program and leisure space. The house is centrally located in the downtown area of Hamilton close to buses, employment, educational facilities, the YMCA and library. Laundry and recreational services are available on site. Meals are also provided.

Residents Accepted: Male Federal Offenders with substance abuse problems.

Exclusions: All offenders will be considered, based upon their willingness to participate in substance abuse treatment and their suitability for release to the Hamilton community.

Admission Procedure: Staff conduct regular visits to federal institutions in the Ontario Region and an admissions committee meets every two weeks to review Community Assessments.

Program: Trained, professional staff conduct a comprehensive assessment to determine program suitability. "Working towards Success" (our own program) and Choices (A Brief Relapse Prevention Program) are offered. Additionally, staff provide individual counselling and assistance with all aspects of the release plan. Referrals to other community services are made when necessary.

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