Mental Health Court Program/Justice Services

Type Of Service

Diversion and Court Support - Mental Health

Program Description

This program offers support to adults and youth with mental illness/ addictions/ intellectual disabilities who are in conflict with the law.

Court Diversion: diverts individuals from the criminal justice system (minor criminal offences only) into the mental health system where they can get support and treatment designed to address their needs and minimize further involvement with the criminal justice system.

Court Support: may include facilitation of legal aid/ retaining legal counsel, linkages to support services, housing or income support, education and support for client and/or support persons regarding legal processes.

Case Management: The core function of the case manager is referrals to mental health services and other required supports and to coordinate a continuum of services based on client choice and need. The case manager may also monitor and encourage the clients` compliance with treatment measures.

Model of service is recovery orientated and psychosocial rehabilitation.

Access Information

Individuals may call directly to the office or through central access and referral.

Referral Application

http://ssm-algoma.cmha.ca/programs-services/central-access-information-service

Additional Information

• Restricted To: Clients with Legal Issues
• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender Inclusivity: All Genders
• Age: 12 and up
• Catchment: County/District/Region: Algoma District
• Fully Accessible
• Languages: English
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Algoma - Sault Ste. Marie - 344 Queen Street E

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Address

344 Queen Street E

Sault Ste. Marie

Operated By

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Algoma

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Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 705-759-5989

Toll Free: 855-366-1466

FAX: 705-945-0261