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Program:
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Mental Health And Justice Treatment And Support Services
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Phone Numbers:
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416-756-6919
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Crisis:
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Call 911 in emergencies
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Address:
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Unit E8-2 Champagne Dr
North York, ON
M3J 0K2
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon 8am-4pm * Tue 8am-4pm * Wed 8am-4pm * Thu 8am-4pm * Fri 8am-4pm
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Public Contacts:
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Intake Worker
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Service Description:
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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
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Application:
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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.
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Clients with Legal Issues Only ; Forensic Mental Health Only
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Languages:
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English ; French ; Urdu
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Area Served:
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Ontario
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Last Updated:
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5/3/2022
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=195824
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