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Pets vs Health: Dilemma for Addicts Seeking Treatment in B.C.

Nancy by Nancy
05/07/2024
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A charity in British Columbia is sounding the alarm over a heartbreaking choice faced by people seeking addiction treatment: their pets or their health. Paws for Hope, dedicated to supporting low-income individuals and their pets, reports that since early 2023, nearly 150 individuals have been turned away due to the lack of temporary foster care options for their pets while they seek drug treatment.

Kathy Powelson, the executive director of Paws for Hope, described the situation as devastating, noting that many individuals are forced to delay or forgo critical treatment because they have no safe place to leave their pets. She emphasized the emotional toll of such decisions, highlighting the suffering of both the person in crisis and their animal companion.

The issue arises because while some shelters in the Lower Mainland offer a compassionate two-week foster service, most drug treatment programs span about 90 days. This mismatch leaves individuals grappling with the impossible choice of giving up their beloved pets or postponing their recovery efforts.

Christie Stanforth, who battled addiction for three decades, shared her personal struggle of delaying treatment for over a year out of fear for her cat, Nala. Stanforth expressed the profound bond with her pet, describing Nala as a lifeline who understood her emotional needs during difficult times. Despite understanding the logistical challenges pets pose in treatment facilities, including allergies and liability concerns, Stanforth’s inability to find a safe place for Nala exacerbated her own physical and emotional decline, leading to relapse and worsening mental health.

Mark Foreman, director of client services at Hope for Freedom, a Tri-Cities outreach and recovery society, echoed these challenges. He recounted numerous instances where individuals met all criteria for treatment but were unable to proceed due to their pet companions.

Foreman stressed the critical need for stable pet care solutions during treatment, emphasizing that such provisions could significantly impact outcomes and potentially save lives. Despite efforts by organizations like Paws for Hope, which offers foster services for up to six months but faces resource limitations, options outside the Lower Mainland remain scarce.

Paws for Hope is calling on the provincial government to recognize pets as integral family members and to allocate funding accordingly in social services decisions. They are also advocating for increased provincial funding to expand their foster services across British Columbia, aiming to prevent situations where individuals forego treatment due to pet care concerns.

In response, B.C.’s Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions acknowledged receiving funding requests from various organizations, encouraging applications for provincial grants despite constraints on available support.

Ultimately, while Stanforth managed to arrange care for Nala with an ex-partner, she emphasized that earlier support for pet care could have significantly eased her journey to recovery.

“The thought of surrendering her and giving her up permanently, that was not an option. I just love her too much,” Stanforth said, reflecting the sentiments of many facing similar heartbreaking decisions.

In conclusion, the plea from advocates and affected individuals alike is clear: for many struggling with addiction, pets are not just companions but crucial to their well-being and recovery. Acknowledging this reality with practical solutions can make a profound difference in their ability to access and sustain life-saving treatment.

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Nancy Anderson, was born in the U.K., but grew up in the United States before returning to the U.K. for her secondary and university education. In 2003 she graduated from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Edinburgh, Scotland, concentrating on small exotic mammals in her final year. After qualification Nancy spent her first 3 years working in and around London, as well as travelling abroad to aid in charity veterinary work. She then returned to America where she initially worked at Small Animal and Exotic Hospital, and gained valuable specialised experience working with small exotic mammals. Nancy’s personal areas of interest include providing a holistic approach towards animal welfare, preventative healthcare and husbandry to create a healthy happy environment for the entire family.

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