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Program: Mental Health And Justice Treatment And Support Services

Organizations: North York General Hospital
Outpatient and Community Services Centre
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

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      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English ; French ; Urdu
Area(s) Served: Ontario

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
Hours: Mon 8am-4pm * Tue 8am-4pm * Wed 8am-4pm * Thu 8am-4pm * Fri 8am-4pm
Contacts: Intake Worker

 
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