The program offers support to people with mental illness/addictions/intellectual disabilities who are in conflict with the law. It is recovery orientated and follows the principles of psycho-social rehabilitation. Court Support General information is provided to the court regarding mental illness, services, and community resources. Staff screen for Mental Health Diversion eligibility and develop Diversion plans […]Continue readingCourt Support and Diversion
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Dual Diagnosis
The Dual Diagnosis Program is part of the Regional Specialized Mental Health Program of the North Bay Regional Health Centre. The clinical team strives to optimize the quality of life of adults diagnosed with a developmental disability and serious mental illness by providing a psychiatric consultation and ongoing treatment through a consultative/liaison model, ultimately reducing […]Continue readingDual Diagnosis
Human Services & Justice Coordinating Committee
This local committee, hosted by the agency, is comprised of agency, funder and community representatives that work together to plan for a system that better meets the needs of people who come into contact with the human service and justice systems. There are also regional committees and a provincial committee. More information can be found […]Continue readingHuman Services & Justice Coordinating Committee
Youth Mental Health Court Program
This program provides services and supports for children and youth age 12 – 17 who are in conflict with the law and present with mental illness or disorder. These services include pre-charge diversion, court support, transitional case management, and release from custody services. This program is funded by the Ministry of Child & Youth Services […]Continue readingYouth Mental Health Court Program