Addiction Recovery Center Proceeds Without Matthew Perry’s Name
An addictions recovery centre planned for Ottawa will move forward, but it will not carry the late actor’s name. The decision follows a withdrawal by Matthew Perry House from the project.
Withdrawal and leadership
Caitlin Morrison, founder and executive director of Matthew Perry House, announced the organization’s exit. Morrison is Matthew Perry’s sister.
She said the foundation could not commit all of its time and resources. The organization called its team “incredibly small.”
Project status and partnership
The Royal, Ottawa’s mental health centre, remains the project host. The facility is still planned for land on The Royal’s grounds.
Partners issued a joint statement describing the split as amicable. Planning and design work continue as scheduled.
Services and capacity
Plans for the site include housing and on-site care. Designers have proposed supports for roughly 160 people in recovery.
The plan lists connections to wellness and substance use health supports. Procurement and a land-lease process are upcoming milestones.
Names and timeline
The project will proceed under a new name. The change follows Matthew Perry House stepping away.
Construction was set to begin this spring, pending approvals. The project team is following a standard planning process.
Responses and next steps
Alyssa Nader, a spokesperson for The Royal, confirmed the centre is still going ahead. She emphasized the focus on stable housing linked to health supports.
Matthew Perry House said it will continue other addictions services work. The group plans to help treatment centres and supportive housing improve care.
Context on Matthew Perry
Actor Matthew Perry died in October 2023 at age 54. His death was ruled accidental and linked to the effects of ketamine.
Reports said he had been undergoing ketamine infusion therapy for depression and anxiety. A medical examiner noted he had been reportedly clean for 19 months.
The development was widely reported under the phrase Addiction Recovery Center Proceeds Without Matthew Perry’s Name, reflecting the project’s new direction. Filmogaz.com will continue to follow further updates.
