| Program: | Mental Health And Justice Treatment And Support Services | ||
| Organizations: |
North York General Hospital Outpatient and Community Services Centre |
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| Description of Services: | Support program for individuals with mental illness who are currently involved in the legal system. - Psychiatric and psychosocial assessments including diagnosis and treatment recommendations at various stages of court proceedings - Individual counselling and therapy - Group treatment that may include anger release and management; social skills training; family therapy and mediation; and support groups - Pharmacotherapy - Community services including education and mental health promotion - Education and consultation to mental health professionals, support workers and members of the public - Participation in research aiming at a better understanding of individuals with mental illness who are involved in the legal system | ||
| Requirements | |||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Clients with Legal Issues Only ; Forensic Mental Health Only | ||
| Application: | Must have active criminal court issues and a psychiatric issue or concern. All referrals require OHIP and screening. This service is intended for adults who reside in the Greater Toronto Area, with a priority given to North York residents; have legal problems that may be related to mental health problems; are eligible to be seen in a non-custodial setting; must not be imminently dangerous to themselves, to staff members or the community; show a willingness to participate in the program and comply with treatment; and show an absence of a disability that would prevent collaboration with treatment. | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Languages: | English ; French ; Urdu | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Ontario | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: | 416-756-6919 | ||
| Crisis: | Call 911 in emergencies | ||
| Website: | www.nygh.on.ca | ||
| Address: |
Unit E8-2 Champagne Dr North York, ON M3J 0K2 |
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| Hours: |
Mon 8am-4pm * Tue 8am-4pm * Wed 8am-4pm * Thu 8am-4pm * Fri 8am-4pm |
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| Contacts: |
Intake Worker |
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This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 5/3/2022 |