Substance Use Counselling
2164 Quilchena Avenue, Merritt, BC, V1K 1B8
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Offered by Conayt Friendship Society. Provides prevention services and counselling for youth, adults and families in the Nicola Valley affected by substance use including drugs and alcohol.
Languages
English
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