Crosbie House

Crosbie House is a not-for-profit residential addiction recovery centre located at 113 Cornwallis Avenue in New Minas, Nova Scotia. Operated by physicians, addiction specialists, and dedicated volunteers, Crosbie House is committed to delivering affordable, high-quality addiction treatment with a 75% one-year abstinence rate that speaks to the effectiveness of its approach. The 4 to 6-week residential programme addresses addiction to alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, opioids, benzodiazepines, and gambling in a structured, holistic environment where mind, body, and spirit are all engaged in the healing process.

Structured Four to Six-Week Residential Programme

Crosbie House’s residential programme follows a carefully structured weekly curriculum that moves from addiction exploration and recovery possibilities (Week 1), through emotion identification and management (Week 2), to family dynamics assessment (Week 3) and relapse prevention strategies (Week 4). Weeks five and six provide individualized treatment tailored to each client’s specific needs and strengths. Individual and group therapy with addiction specialists, family support and education, and a mind-body-spirit approach ensure that recovery is comprehensive rather than narrowly focused on substance use alone.

Comfortable Facilities and On-Site Wellness

Crosbie House provides private and semi-private rooms with desks, creating a comfortable, focused residential environment. Two meeting rooms and an outdoor deck support both formal programming and informal community life. The on-site gym — equipped with a treadmill, free weights, and Bowflex — allows residents to integrate physical wellness into their daily routine, an important component of holistic addiction recovery. The catering service, with a 4.5-star TripAdvisor rating, provides quality meals that support physical health and the social ritual of shared mealtimes.

Accessible, Insured, and Employer-Supported Recovery

Crosbie House is not covered by provincial health care, but the centre actively works to make treatment financially accessible through support for insurance and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) claims, Medicard financing, and a corporate programme that supports employers in helping their staff access treatment. Typical wait times of one to two weeks ensure that individuals do not lose momentum between the decision to seek help and the start of treatment. For individuals in Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada seeking a professionally operated, outcomes-focused residential recovery programme, Crosbie House offers a proven, accessible pathway to lasting sobriety.