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MENTAL
ILLNESS
Mental
illnesses can take many forms, just as physical illnesses do.
Mental illnesses are still feared and misunderstood by many
people, but the fear will disappear as people learn more about
them. If you, or someone you know, has a mental illness, there
is good news for you: all mental illnesses can be treated.
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| PROGRAMS
AND SERVICES
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The
Hamilton Branch of CMHA offers the following programs
and services:
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Intensive Case
Management
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Release
from Custody
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| BALDWIN
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM
a
supportive housing program for adults with serious mental
illness
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SERVICES:
The Baldwin Housing and Community Support Program
promotes independence in living and self-determination in
decision–making for individuals with serious mental illness.
The program will advocate for and promote the social
integration of consumers of mental health services.
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PROGRAM
GOALS:
BAY
STREET RESIDENCE:
This rent-geared-to-income, supportive housing program
offers a cooperative living environment.
With the assistance of Community Support Workers,
residents are provided with flexible and individualized
supports to meet their needs and goals, to promote
independence, and enhance quality of life.
Board and other living expenses are shared equally
among the residents who assume responsibility for the daily
operation of the two homes.
HESS
STREET RESIDENCE:
These two townhouses provide a cooperative living
environment for individuals requiring minimal supports.
Community Support Workers provide residents with
flexible and individualized supports to promote and maintain
independence and quality of life.
Board and living expenses are shared equally among
residents.
COMMUNITY
SUPPORT: This
service provides individuals with serious mental illness the
opportunity to develop and/or maintain the skills necessary
for living independently in the community in their choice of
living environment. Residency
at Bay Street or Hess Street is not a prerequisite for this
service.
ELIGIBILITY:
Individuals with serious mental illness.
16 years of age and older, and who do not require
24-hour support. Must
have a clinical support system, i.e., clinician/doctor,
psychiatrist, and/or social worker.
Individuals with a history of drug/alcohol abuse must
be involved in a recognized treatment program.
Individuals must reside in the City of Hamilton.
REFERRALS:
Referrals will be accepted from medical professionals,
social service agencies, family members, self-referrals.
Specific support services are negotiated between the
individual seeking support and the Community Support Worker.
For
additional information, or to arrange an intake appointment,
call (905) 521-0090 or contact us at info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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| COMMUNITY
ENRICHMENT SERVICES
a
community-based program offering case management services to
individuals with serious mental illness
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SERVICES:
Community Enrichment Services is a community-based
program offering counselling through case management services
to individuals with serious mental illness.
Social work staff assess each person’s mental status,
needs, and abilities to assist the individual in developing a
plan and setting realistic goals.
Skills training, referrals to valuable community
resources, and advocacy are provided when necessary.
PROGRAM
GOALS:
ELIGIBILITY:
REFERRALS: Referrals are accepted from medical professionals,
social service agencies, family members, or from the
individual. Participation
is on a voluntary basis. All referrals are processed through IntĀc
(see below).
IntĀc
(Intensive
Case Management Access Coordination): A single
point of access to intensive case management services provided
by the Canadian Mental Health Association (Hamilton Branch),
Community Mental Health Program (City of Hamilton), Hamilton
Program for Schizophrenia, and Wellington Psychiatric Program.
For
further information about Community Enrichment Services, or to arrange an intake appointment, call
IntĀc
at (905) 528-0683.
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| EVENING
SOCIAL RECREATION REHABILITATION PROGRAM
an
innovative United Way-funded program specifically held in the
evenings to compliment psychiatric day programs
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SERVICES:
This program provides structure, supervision, and a
degree of flexibility
allowing participants an opportunity to develop their own
activities. Staff
are skilled in the areas of social, recreation, and
rehabilitation programming. ESRRP has been developed primarily
for consumers of mental health services.
The goal of the program is to promote mental health and
a healthy lifestyle of consumers.
PROGRAM
GOALS:
OPPORTUNITIES
FOR PARTICIPANTS:
-
a
place to socialize
- beverages
and nutritional, light snacks
- sports
and activities
- planning
and development of the program
- special
events
- meet
new people
LOCATIONS:
The program accesses the community by
offering a variety of locations during the week.
A variety of central locations have been selected in an
effort to reach the maximum number of participants.
These sites include:
| Monday |
CMHA
office |
131
John Street South
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1
to 4 p.m. |
| Tuesday |
Norman
Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre |
192
Wentworth Street North (between Barton & Cannon) |
6
to 8 p.m. |
| Wednesday |
St.
Giles United Church |
85
Holton Street South
(at
Main Street East) |
6
to 8 p.m. |
| Thursday |
Central
Memorial Recreation Centre |
93
West Avenue North (between Wellington & Victoria) |
6
to 8 p.m. |
| Friday |
St.
Giles United Church |
85
Holton Street South
(at
Main Street East) |
6
to 8 p.m. |
OTHER
ASPECTS OF THE PROGRAM:
This program operates on an “open-door” policy.
A calendar of events is printed each month detailing
activities and events. There
are no fees for service.
For
further information, or to arrange an intake appointment, call
(905) 521-0090 or contact us at info@cmhahamilton.ca.
Current
ESRRP Calendar
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| MENTAL
HEALTH COURT SUPPORT SERVICES
this
program provides alternatives and options to people with
serious mental illness who become involved in the criminal
justice system
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Mental
Health Court Support Services is comprised of three
components:
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MENTAL
HEALTH COURT DIVERSION
Program
Goal: The
purpose of Mental Health Diversion is to assist people who are
considered appropriate for diversion to access and use mental
health and other community services and supports.
Services:
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Linking people to short and long-term services and
supports.
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Support
and information for family members and/or significant others.
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Education about consumer issues, mental illness, mental
health services, and the mental health system.
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Consultation for people who are not deemed suitable for
diversion.
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As
well, staff will provide consultation and advice to the
judiciary on cases referred for diversion.
Process:
The Mental Health Court Worker (MHCW) will arrange to
meet the person to assess his or her situation and needs.
This will include an assessment of the person’s
mental health status, their current living situation, and
linkages to psychiatric and other supports.
Following the assessment, the MHCW will make
recommendations to the person about what services might be
appropriate for the development of their diversion plan and
then obtain the approval of the Provincial Crown Attorney.
A diversion plan could include psychiatric assessment
and treatment, short and long-term community supports and
resources to meet basic needs (shelter, food, clothing, and
financial entitlements).
Eligibility:
Mental Health Court Diversion is for individuals who have a
serious mental health problem/mental illness, who have been
charged with committing a low-risk offence, who accept mental
health diversion, and who are accepted for diversion by the
Provincial Crown Attorney.
Referrals:
For further information, contact: Mental Health Court
Support Services, John Sopinka Courthouse,
45 Main St. E.,
Hamilton,
ON, L8N 2B7.
Phone:
(905) 645-5252, extension 3662, fax:
(905) 521-0211, e-mail: info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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INTENSIVE
CASE MANAGEMENT
Program
Goals: To
provide intensive case management
services to individuals who are not eligible for
mental health court diversion.
Services:
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Intensive
case management for persons who have a serious mental
illness, a concurrent disorder, or a dual diagnosis
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provide
outreach, court support, and support plans based on
identified need in order to prevent further involvement
with the criminal justice system
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Linkages
to longer term case management services, rehabilitative
programs/medical treatment, accessing appropriate
financial entitlements. accessing appropriate housing
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Support
and information for family members and/or significant
others
Eligibility:
MHCSS Intensive
Case Management provides service to adults
with a serious mental illness and/or a developmental
disability that come into conflict with the criminal
justice system as a result of having a psychiatric
disability.
Referrals:
For further information, contact: Mental Health Court
Support Services, John Sopinka Courthouse,
45 Main St. E.,
Hamilton,
ON, L8N 2B7.
Phone:
(905) 645-5252, extension 3662, fax:
(905) 521-0211, e-mail: info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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RELEASE
FROM CUSTODY PROGRAM
Program
Goal: To provide short term, intensive case management services to individuals
with a serious mental illness who are being released from
correctional custody, in order to facilitate a stable
transition back to the community, reduce recidivism, and
enable a recovery- focused lifestyle.
Services:
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Intensive
case management for persons who have a serious
mental illness, a concurrent disorder, or a dual
diagnosis
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Supportive
counselling
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Linkages
to longer term case management services,
rehabilitative programs/medical treatment,
accessing appropriate financial entitlements.
accessing appropriate housing
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Support
and information for family members and/or
significant others
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Consultation
for people who are not deemed suitable for
diversion
Eligibility:
The Release from Custody Program provides service to
Individuals with a serious mental illness and/or a
developmental disability who come into conflict with
the criminal justice system as a result of having a
psychiatric disability.
Referrals:
For further information, contact: Mental Health Court
Support Services, John Sopinka Courthouse,
45 Main St. E.,
Hamilton,
ON, L8N 2B7.
Phone:
(905) 645-5252, extension 3662, fax:
(905) 521-0211, e-mail: info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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| MENTAL
HEALTH & JUSTICE: Housing Support Services providing
housing support services to individuals with serious mental
illness who are involved in the criminal justice system
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IS THE MENTAL HEALTH & JUSTICE PROGRAM?
WHAT
ARE THE GOALS OF THE PROGRAM?
WHAT IS THE
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA?
WHO CAN MAKE
REFERRALS?
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healthcare
professionals
- associated
court-based case management programs
- courts,
detention centres, pre-charge services
- intensive
case management programs
- short-term
residential crisis beds
- community/social
service agencies
- self-referrals
- family
members/significant others
For additional information, or to a make a referral,
call (905) 521-0090 or contact us at info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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| PRIMARY
HEALTHCARE CLINIC
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The
Canadian Mental Health Association, Hamilton Branch
is
pleased to announce the opening of its
Primary
Healthcare Clinic
Available to
individuals without a Family Physician or a Health Card
Concerned
about your health? Services available include:
The
Clinic is open every WEDNESDAY from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00
p.m. at the Canadian Mental Health Association, Hamilton
Branch, 131 John Street South, Hamilton
This
service is operated in collaboration with the Shelter Health
Network.
Drop
in or book an appointment by calling (905) 521-0090, ext. 256
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| RESIDENTIAL
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
this
program offers rehabilitation services to adults with serious
mental illness living in Residential Care Facilities
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Services are provided within the Residential Care
Facility and at the Canadian Mental Health Association’s
Life Skills Centre.
Instruction
and support is provided to facilitate skill development
in areas such as:
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cooking
- cleaning
- laundry
- budgeting
- communication
- social skills
- community involvement
- problem solving.
Individual
short-term support is available as well as advocacy services.
The program also promotes community integration
PROGRAM
GOALS: Using
a group work approach, Rehabilitation Counsellors assist
residents with developing various skills that are necessary
for living, working, and learning successfully in the
community.
ELIGIBILITY:
Adults, 16 years of age and older, with a serious
mental illness living in a Residential Care Facility who
voluntarily want to participate in the program.
However, all residents are encouraged and welcomed to
participate.
Referrals are accepted from
owners/operators of Residential Care Facilities.
Contact the Director of Housing at (905) 521-0090 or
by email at info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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| TRANSITIONAL
CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM offered
in collaboration with St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
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GOALS:
To
assertively facilitate and support the successful transition
of inpatients of forensic units in secure beds into the
community.
SERVICES:
ELIGIBILITY:
The Transitional Case Management Program provides service to individuals
who are subject to an Ontario Review Board (
ORB
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disposition that permits community placement.
REFERRALS:
Referrals are received from St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton,
Centre for Mountain Health Services, Forensic Services
For
additional information call (905) 521-0090 or contact us at info@cmhahamilton.ca.
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