Searching for Justice And Mental Health Programs

ADAPT offers a variety of Community Justice programs to youth and adults, providing assessment, counselling and case management services, assistance can also be provided to the family or caregivers

Extra-Judicial Programming (EJM and EJS) (ages 12-17)

• Extrajudicial Sanctions (EJS) is a program that gives young people an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks, after being charged with an offence
• Extrajudicial Measures (EJM) is a program that gives young people, who are willing to participate, an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks (option available to police instead of laying a formal charge)
• involvement with ADAPT may be one of the tasks assigned as part of the EJS/EJM contract

Youth Justice Program

• provides screenings, assessment and counselling services to young people involved with Halton Youth Justice Services who are experiencing issues related to drug and /or alcohol use
• referrals are initiated by Halton Youth Justice Services
• support is also provided to family members of the young person

Probation and Parole Program

• provides alcohol/drug use and problem gambling assessments for probation and parole clients as required by a court order and/or parole certificate
• these screenings, in conjunction with the Probation and Parole Officer, determine the level of service required to meet the counselling condition of the order
• services include group and individual counselling and referrals to community programs/services tailored to the needs of the individual

Drug Court Program

• the Halton Drug Treatment Court (HDTC) is a judicially-supervised drug treatment and rehabilitation program for offenders whose criminal conduct is motivated by drug addiction
• expected to take 9 to 12 months to complete
• participation is voluntary and includes an application and screening process by the Federal Crown Attorney's office and the Court Liaison worker
• once accepted, ADAPT is the lead provider to address the substance addiction and the individual is assigned an addiction worker

Safe Beds

• a short-term residential bed program (Mental Health & Justice Beds) providing individuals living with mental illness, and recent or current involvement with the criminal justice system, with a 30-day stay with onsite 24-hour supports to assist in resolving the current crisis and creating strategies for long-term interventions
• referrals are made by Halton Regional Police and admission to the program is based on a screening with Safe Beds program staff
• Canadian Metal Health Association (CMHA), Supportive Housing Halton (SHH) and ADAPT work in collaboration to provide individuals with a service delivery model that is comprehensive
• if the individual is in need of addiction services, the ADAPT Safe Beds Addiction Worker will be assigned to provide services

COVID19 All CMHA Peel Dufferin offices closed to walk-in service

For crisis situations call 24.7 Crisis Support Peel Dufferin at 905-278-9036 or 1-888-811-2222 (Caledon & Dufferin)

For support, assessment and access to programs call Intake at 905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123, Monday to Friday 8 am-8 pm

Staff available through teleconferencing during regular business hours, all non-essential in-person meetings suspended, and internal events, training and workshops postponed; visit website for updates and information

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Comprehensive wraparound service teams for individuals with complex needs and severe mental health issues

• short and long-term counselling and case management for individuals with mental health and substance use issues
• grants and financial support individuals experiencing housing issues
• mobile outreach for people living on the streets or who are under-housed and have mental health and addiction issues
• court support, and pre-charge diversion program (Caledon)
• system navigation and case management for seniors experiencing neglect and abuse

Education and training to the larger community on stigma surrounding mental health and addictions issues

BounceBack Ontario, 1-866-345-0224, bouncebackontario.ca
Online and virtual mental health supports (see separate listing Canadian Mental Health Association, Ontario)

Staff assist individuals experiencing employment, mental health, addiction, relationship, parenting or self management problems through direct service or referrals to appropriate agencies.

Services include:

• Anger & Emotion Management - for adults and youth (fee for service)
• Short term Individual Counselling for Youth and Adults
• Sexting Program - Youth
• Healthy Partner Relationship Program (fee for service)
• Hate Crimes Education and Prevention - counselling and workshops
• Effective Communication
• Life skills programs
• Information & referral to community services
• Record Suspension (Pardon)
• Parenting Program

Counselling, institution and community services

Bail Verification and Supervision program -- alternative to remand in custody for individuals seeking bail release

• provides verified information to court about individuals' suitability for program
• provides community supervision, counselling and support to individuals waiting for resolution of court matters
• case management support for mentally ill offenders in partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association, Peel

Institution services

• visiting
• correspondence
• counselling and referrals
• pre-release planning

Counselling -- individual counselling and crisis support

• anger and emotion management groups
• addiction counselling
• life skills
• referrals

Community services

• advocacy
• housing assistance
• access to computers and internet, printers, fax and phones
• needle exchange
• Voice Mail Service -- persons who qualify receive personal phone number to leave or retrieve messages from any phone
• resource centre

Community programs

Group and individual counseling including theft prevention, anger management, drug and alcohol counselling

Court programs

Diversion and alternate measure programs including community service and counselling

• Court support program -- practical assistance, support, information to women in and out of custody

Youth programs

Court support for youth

• Follow up and aftercare program -- assists young women leaving custody with reintegration
• support, advocacy, and referrals to community resources for counselling, education. employment, housing

Attendance Centres -- for young women in conflict with the law who have received probation, detention and/or custodial sentences * programs and services include counselling, education, job skills/employment, parenting and anger management * also located in Milton and Oakville

Transitional housing

Ellen House -- halfway house for women 18 years and older, capacity 10

• counselling, release planning

Marjorie Amos Residence -- open custody/open detention facility for young women 12-17 years, capacity 10

• helps reintegration into the community
• supervision and guidance
• educational upgrading
• life skills

Outreach/Preventative Education programs

Female Mobile Support (FMS), 905-459-1315 ext 250 -- for female youth 12-24 years who have been involved, are still involved or at risk of sexual exploitation

• Monday-Sunday 24 hours
• support and services including housing, life skills, counselling, medical care and mentoring and advocacy
• referrals to community resources

Building Resiliency in Girls (BRG), 905-459-1315 ext 425 -- prevention/intervention based program addressing the social, emotional and cultural needs of young women 12-18 years

Empowering Against Exploitation (EAE), 905-456-1315 ext 247 -- preventative education program for young women 12-24 years to address online safety and sexual exploitation in the community

Empowering Young Men (EYM), 905-459-1315 ext 250 -- preventative education program for young men 12-24 years addressing sexual exploitation, its harms and ways they can work towards ending sexual harm

Change is Choice program -- addresses problems with substance abuse, anger management and criminal thinking to motivated women at Vanier Centre for Women to enter more intensive rehabilitation

Girls in the Know -- mentorship program for females at Syl Apps focusing on self-awareness, empowerment and self-respect

COVID19 Contact for information on in-person, telephone or virtual services, or visit EveryMind website

Access to Mental Health Service for Children and Youth in Peel, WhereToStart.ca
Coordinated, centralized intake and access for children, youth and families seeking mental health services, call 905-451-4655 or request intake online; free webinars for parents/caregivers, register online

• 24/7 crisis response
• prevention and early intervention
• individual, group and family counselling
• Wraparound Process
• consultation for families at child care centres and EarlyON Child and Family Centres
• Best Start programs
• day treatment, school-based programs, residential treatment
• case management for children with complex mental health needs
• respite services
• arson prevention
• child witness preparation
• sexual abuse treatment
• youth assessment by court referral

Online support program
For youth 14-24 years who have previously received mental health or counselling services; 8-weeks peer group support followed by 8-weeks individual support; contact for details

ADAPT offers a variety of Community Justice programs to youth and adults, providing assessment, counselling and case management services, assistance can also be provided to the family or caregivers

Extra-Judicial Programming (EJM and EJS) (ages 12-17)

• Extrajudicial Sanctions (EJS) is a program that gives young people an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks, after being charged with an offence
• Extrajudicial Measures (EJM) is a program that gives young people, who are willing to participate, an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks (option available to police instead of laying a formal charge)
• involvement with ADAPT may be one of the tasks assigned as part of the EJS/EJM contract

Youth Justice Program

• provides screenings, assessment and counselling services to young people involved with Halton Youth Justice Services who are experiencing issues related to drug and /or alcohol use
• referrals are initiated by Halton Youth Justice Services
• support is also provided to family members of the young person

Probation and Parole Program

• provides alcohol/drug use and problem gambling assessments for probation and parole clients as required by a court order and/or parole certificate
• these screenings, in conjunction with the Probation and Parole Officer, determine the level of service required to meet the counselling condition of the order
• services include group and individual counselling and referrals to community programs/services tailored to the needs of the individual

Drug Court Program

• the Halton Drug Treatment Court (HDTC) is a judicially-supervised drug treatment and rehabilitation program for offenders whose criminal conduct is motivated by drug addiction
• expected to take 9 to 12 months to complete
• participation is voluntary and includes an application and screening process by the Federal Crown Attorney's office and the Court Liaison worker
• once accepted, ADAPT is the lead provider to address the substance addiction and the individual is assigned an addiction worker

Safe Beds

• a short-term residential bed program (Mental Health & Justice Beds) providing individuals living with mental illness, and recent or current involvement with the criminal justice system, with a 30-day stay with onsite 24-hour supports to assist in resolving the current crisis and creating strategies for long-term interventions
• referrals are made by Halton Regional Police and admission to the program is based on a screening with Safe Beds program staff
• Canadian Metal Health Association (CMHA), Supportive Housing Halton (SHH) and ADAPT work in collaboration to provide individuals with a service delivery model that is comprehensive
• if the individual is in need of addiction services, the ADAPT Safe Beds Addiction Worker will be assigned to provide services

COVID19 For information on in-person, telephone and virtual services, call Youth Intake Specialist at 905-890-5222 ext 2262, or visit www.wheretostart.ca

Community mental health programs including individual and family counselling, and counselling and support for youth struggling with mental health and substance use

• intensive short-term crisis intervention
• child, youth and parent counselling
• youth justice programs, including diversion and rehabilitation
• transitions to adult services
• parenting support, courses and groups
• housing supports
• educational groups for youth
• volunteer opportunities

Some programs in partnership with other community agencies

Community programs

Group and individual counselling including theft prevention, anger management, drug and alcohol counselling

Court programs

Diversion and alternate measure programs including community service and counselling

• Court support program -- practical assistance, support, information to women in and out of custody

Youth programs

Court support for youth

• Follow up and aftercare program -- assists young women leaving custody with reintegration
• support, advocacy and referrals to community resources for counselling, education, employment, housing

Transitional housing

Ellen House -- halfway house for women 18 years and older, capacity 10

• counselling, release planning

Marjorie Amos Residence -- open custody/open detention facility for young women 12-17 years, capacity 10

• helps reintegration into the community
• supervision and guidance
• educational upgrading
• life skills

Outreach/Preventative Education programs

Female Mobile Support (FMS), 905-459-1315 ext 250 -- for female youth 12-24 who have been involved, are still involved or at risk of sexual exploitation

• Monday-Sunday 24 hours
• support and services including housing, life skills, counseling, medical care and mentoring and advocacy
• referrals to community resources

Building Resiliency in Girls, 905-459-1315 ext 425 -- prevention/intervention based program addressing the social, emotional and cultural needs of girls 12-18 years

Empowering Against Exploitation (EAE), 905-459-1315 ext 247 -- preventative education program for young women 12-24 years to address online safety and sexual exploitation in the community

Empowering Young Men (EYM), 905-459-1315 ext 250 -- preventative education program for young men 12-24 years addressing sexual exploitation, its harm and ways they can work towards ending sexual harm

Change is Choice program -- addresses problems with substance abuse, and anger management and criminal thinking in order to motivate women at Vanier Centre for Women to enter more intensive rehabilitation

Girls in the Know -- mentorship program for female youth at Syl Aps focusing on self-awareness, empowerment and self-respect

COVID-19 Service Change: FREE call in counselling is being provided via phone rather than in-person. Call 289-291-5396 to be contacted by a counsellor within 24 business hours. 24/7 COAST Crisis Line is available at 1-877-825-9011

Programs and services include:

Case Management

• helps people manage symptoms in positive ways, get the right care, find a place to live, make healthy choices, and connect to others who can help

Information and Referral

• provides information on mental health, addictions, and services to promote improved health and well-being
• provides current and comprehensive information for people who have a mental health and/or addiction concerns as well as family members, friends, physicians, health care workers, or service providers

Crisis Outreach and Support Team (COAST)

• provides telephone support and mobile intervention to persons who are in crisis and have a mental health concern

Education and Training

• offer a range of workshops, courses, training, groups, and services to promote positive health and create a supportive community

Free Walk-In Counselling: temporarily on hold until further notice * service is being provided via phone rather than in person * call 289-291-5396 and a counsellor will contact within 24 hours, Mon-Fri


Transitional Case Management Program:

• Dual Diagnosis Program: for people who have both a mental health concern and /or intellectual disability
• Justice Services: providing assistance and court support services for people who have a mental health/addiction concern and are involved in the criminal justice system
• Court Support: for people who have a mental health and/or addiction concern and are accused of an offence * help patients get the mental health and/or addictions support they need while they are in the midst of court proceedings, such as the community treatment court
• Release from Custody: help people to reintegrate back into the community in a safe and supportive manner

Peer Support Program

• virtual peer support groups * weekly drop-in groups * email peermentors@cmhahrb.ca for more information

Services and Programs:

• COAST - Crisis Outreach and Support Team
• Education and Training
• Equilibrium - Mood Disorder Support Group

Reintegration services for all formally incarcerated people seeking supports in areas of housing advocacy, income support, mental health & addictions support, social connections and life skills

• Discharge Planning
• Drop-In Counselling
• Outreach
• Peer Mentorship

Stride: Circle of Support (Stride Nights)

• runs Wed evenings from 4 pm-6 pm
• volunteers and women meet weekly to enjoy a shared activity and meal
• allows women to build informal networks of support that assist them with their reintegration
• registration is not required, all levels of participation welcome

ADAPT offers a variety of Community Justice programs to youth and adults, providing assessment, counselling and case management services, assistance can also be provided to the family or caregivers

Extra-Judicial Programming (EJM and EJS) (ages 12-17)

• Extrajudicial Sanctions (EJS) is a program that gives young people an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks, after being charged with an offence
• Extrajudicial Measures (EJM) is a program that gives young people, who are willing to participate, an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks (option available to police instead of laying a formal charge)
• involvement with ADAPT may be one of the tasks assigned as part of the EJS/EJM contract

Youth Justice Program

• provides screenings, assessment and counselling services to young people involved with Halton Youth Justice Services who are experiencing issues related to drug and /or alcohol use
• referrals are initiated by Halton Youth Justice Services
• support is also provided to family members of the young person

Probation and Parole Program

• provides alcohol/drug use and problem gambling assessments for probation and parole clients as required by a court order and/or parole certificate
• these screenings, in conjunction with the Probation and Parole Officer, determine the level of service required to meet the counselling condition of the order
• services include group and individual counselling and referrals to community programs/services tailored to the needs of the individual

Drug Court Program

• the Halton Drug Treatment Court (HDTC) is a judicially-supervised drug treatment and rehabilitation program for offenders whose criminal conduct is motivated by drug addiction
• expected to take 9 to 12 months to complete
• participation is voluntary and includes an application and screening process by the Federal Crown Attorney's office and the Court Liaison worker
• once accepted, ADAPT is the lead provider to address the substance addiction and the individual is assigned an addiction worker

Safe Beds

• a short-term residential bed program (Mental Health & Justice Beds) providing individuals living with mental illness, and recent or current involvement with the criminal justice system, with a 30-day stay with onsite 24-hour supports to assist in resolving the current crisis and creating strategies for long-term interventions
• referrals are made by Halton Regional Police and admission to the program is based on a screening with Safe Beds program staff
• Canadian Metal Health Association (CMHA), Supportive Housing Halton (SHH) and ADAPT work in collaboration to provide individuals with a service delivery model that is comprehensive
• if the individual is in need of addiction services, the ADAPT Safe Beds Addiction Worker will be assigned to provide services

COVID19 -- in-class programs suspended until further notice, offering programs online, visit website for information

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Chaplaincy services -- regular visiting and spiritual care at courts, detention centres and correctional institutions

• Community Service Order Program

Anger and Relationship Program -- three sessions program for adults

• anger management counselling for couples , fee -- $150

Anger Management Program -- one day workshop to raise awareness of the triggers and thinking patterns that can lead to aggressive behaviour

• court order, probation order or self referral, fee -- $150
• Anger Management Intensive, ten sessions program, fee-- $250

Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program -- two sessions to raise awareness about substance abuse, for all ages

• by court order, probation order or self referral, fee -- $150

Road Rage, a Program for Change -- group programs for adults

• self referral, or referral from courts, probation officer or defence bar, fee --$150

Theft Intervention Program -- one day workshop to raise understanding of contributing factors leading to stealing and how to resist criminal behaviour

• by court order, probation order or self referral, fee -- $150

The Halton Youth Justice Program (HYJP) deals with young persons between the ages of 12-17 years who have committed a criminal offence in the community

• designed to deal with youth in conflict with the law
• holds youth accountable for their actions
• offers opportunities for youth to deal with the underlying issues contributing to their criminal behaviour
• the program has a close relationship with other community agencies to assist young people and their families
• the program offers youth an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and appreciate their impact on victims and the community by addressing errant behaviours prior to a criminal charge being laid

Various complex capable addiction treatment programs and services offered in the community utilizing a harm reduction philosophy. Community-based program and service options include:

Community Withdrawal Support Service: set of services offering an alternative to residential withdrawal management

Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinics (RAAM): Specialized medical clinic designed for people who are experiencing health issues related to their drug and/or alcohol use.

Drug Treatment Court: Specialized court process for non-violent offenders with addiction issues

Let's Grow Together: Half-day support group for women in the Guelph-Wellington community who are pregnant or parenting children (6 years and younger) and are dealing with substance use issues

Specialized Addiction Support Coordination: For specialized populations (geriatric, acquired brain injury, developmental disability, complex mental health) living with addiction issues; education and consultation to professionals working with these populations

Specialized Outreach Services: Integrated team of peers and professionals offering flexible outreach services to homeless or street-involved people with addiction, mental health, or concurrent issues

Supportive Addiction and Mental Health Housing: A range of supports for people with complex addiction and concurrent mental health needs who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or who are considered inadequately housed, without secure and / or maintained housing

Supported Recovery Room: 72-hour stabilization program for people recovering from a mental health or substance related crisis. Eligibility criteria information is available through SRR (519-362-9855)

Addiction Court Support: Outreach-based support for community residents whose substance use has resulted in criminal charges.

Peer 2 Peer Overdose Response Programs: Matches Overdose Response peers with people who have overdosed by meeting them at the hospital Emergency Department to offer harm reduction and recovery support to them, their family and friends.

Rural Wellington Addictions Service: delivered in partnership with the Upper Grand Family Health Team. Provides clients with in-person assessments, treatment/care planning and counselling services.

This service works together with the Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinics (RAAM) and Community Withdrawal Support Service (CWSS) to provide addictions support to residents of Wellington County.

Support for education, housing, employment, mental and physical health, and art

• Learning Beyond Adversity education program
• Wraparound Program
• summer employment opportunities
• pre-charge diversion program
• housing assistance
• youth outreach and engagement activities
• music studio
• community engagement and research

COVID19 Telephone, virtual and select in-person support available; call, email or visit website for update

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Assessment and treatment services, and individual, family and group counselling in settings that meet client needs, such as Kinark offices, client home, community agencies, schools, and residential care for children and youth

• intensive treatment
• group programs
• day treatment
• live-in treatment
• crisis services in collaboration with local community agencies
• supervised access
• consultation and assessments
• multidisciplinary team from fields of social work, child and youth work, psychiatry, psychology, nursing and education

Offers specialized assessment and support for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties

Treatment plans may include:

• individual psychotherapy
• addictions counselling
• groups (educational and/or therapeutic)
• case Management
• counselling, education and support for individual family members
• specialized geriatric services (assessment and referral)
• seniors intensive case management
• Behavioral Support Ontario (BSO) Seniors Crisis service
• psychiatric resources
• court support services
• Rapid Access Addiction Medicine Clinic (RAAM)

Integrated Crisis Response Team Crisis Support Workers work with individuals to determine an immediate and short-term plan to help stabilize the crisis, and work with other community resources to prevent the re-occurrence of crisis and develop capacity for service pathways to meet individuals' needs.

ADAPT offers a variety of Community Justice programs to youth and adults, providing assessment, counselling and case management services, assistance can also be provided to the family or caregivers

Extra-Judicial Programming (EJM and EJS) (ages 12-17)

• Extrajudicial Sanctions (EJS) is a program that gives young people an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks, after being charged with an offence
• Extrajudicial Measures (EJM) is a program that gives young people, who are willing to participate, an opportunity to accept responsibility for their actions and to make amends by completing certain tasks (option available to police instead of laying a formal charge)
• involvement with ADAPT may be one of the tasks assigned as part of the EJS/EJM contract

Youth Justice Program

• provides screenings, assessment and counselling services to young people involved with Halton Youth Justice Services who are experiencing issues related to drug and /or alcohol use
• referrals are initiated by Halton Youth Justice Services
• support is also provided to family members of the young person

Probation and Parole Program

• provides alcohol/drug use and problem gambling assessments for probation and parole clients as required by a court order and/or parole certificate
• these screenings, in conjunction with the Probation and Parole Officer, determine the level of service required to meet the counselling condition of the order
• services include group and individual counselling and referrals to community programs/services tailored to the needs of the individual

Drug Court Program

• the Halton Drug Treatment Court (HDTC) is a judicially-supervised drug treatment and rehabilitation program for offenders whose criminal conduct is motivated by drug addiction
• expected to take 9 to 12 months to complete
• participation is voluntary and includes an application and screening process by the Federal Crown Attorney's office and the Court Liaison worker
• once accepted, ADAPT is the lead provider to address the substance addiction and the individual is assigned an addiction worker

Safe Beds

• a short-term residential bed program (Mental Health & Justice Beds) providing individuals living with mental illness, and recent or current involvement with the criminal justice system, with a 30-day stay with onsite 24-hour supports to assist in resolving the current crisis and creating strategies for long-term interventions
• referrals are made by Halton Regional Police and admission to the program is based on a screening with Safe Beds program staff
• Canadian Metal Health Association (CMHA), Supportive Housing Halton (SHH) and ADAPT work in collaboration to provide individuals with a service delivery model that is comprehensive
• if the individual is in need of addiction services, the ADAPT Safe Beds Addiction Worker will be assigned to provide services

Youth-led programs promoting access to social service, education, recreation, economic and cultural opportunities, including academic support, workforce readiness, settlement, youth justice, and civic leadership programs, and systems advocacy

• wraparound and case management services
• mentorship and skill development
• support network development
• financial assistance, scholarship program
• advocacy and outreach
• leadership skills development
• violence prevention
• RISE Youth Justice program
• community engagement and development
• cultural and artistic productions
• agency mentorship and administrative support

FYI Settlement Services, see separate listing

Provides services to young persons ages 12 to 17 years (at the time of their offence):

• supervises the delivery of direct services
• provides case management to youth in conflict with the law
• services may include probation, custody supervision, extrajudicial sanctions

COVID19 Individual and family supports available virtually and in-person

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Community-based and in-home mental health and addiction services

• case management for individuals with addiction issues and at risk of involvement with justice system, including youth and seniors
• Assertive Community Treatment Teams (ACTT) and multidisciplinary teams, including psychogeriatric supports
• concurrent disorders, dual diagnosis and cognitive disability support services
• supportive housing and homelessness prevention

Some programs and services in collaboration with other community agencies; call or visit website for complete service descriptions and satellite office locations

FAME Family and Caregiver Support Services for individuals in a caregiving role, see separate listings

For Crisis Outreach Services for Seniors (COSS), 416-217-2077, see separate listing for Toronto Seniors Helpline

COVID-19 No walk in service; counselling and assistance available by telephone; call, email or visit website for details

Flexible, community-based mental health services, including assessment, crisis support, case management

• individual, family, group and short term counselling
• substance use treatment
• sexual assault harm reduction treatment for offenders (limited capacity)
• school-based prevention and consultation
• skill development
• after school groups
• summer work experience opportunities
• preparation for independence
• youth and family involved in service planning and decisions
• consultation for parents, schools, agencies, communities

Dual Diagnosis Service (Mental Health/Development Disability)
Assists youth and their families in dealing with conflict with friends or family, problems at school and in the community, discrimination, anger, violence, abuse, substance abuse

• day/school support services
• respite/residential care

Helping Youth Towards Solutions
Harm reduction approach, includng individual and group counselling, and family education and support

• outreach to secondary schools
• day school support service, in collaboration with Toronto District School Board

Mental Health Program
Assists youth and their families in dealing with conflict with friends or family, problems at school and in the community

• discrimination
• anger
• violence and abuse
• substance abuse

What's Up Walk-in Clinic, see separate entry

reachOUT
Counselling and support for all youth 12-18 years, and their families, including drop-in support groups, outreach, advocacy, workshops, social and recreation activities for LGBTQ youth

• Compass social group for LGBTQ youth 13-24 years, with or labelled with intellectual disabilities, includes workshops and recreational activities
• reachOUT Newcomer Network settlement services and community capacity building

Sexual Offending Risk Needs Assessment and Treatment (SORNAT)
Community-based assessment and treatment services for youth 12-18 years with a dual diagnosis (mild developmental disability and mental health challenges) who have engaged in problematic sexual behaviour

• voluntary participation for youth in City of Toronto
• referral from Youth Justice Services for youth in City of Toronto, York-Simcoe area, Halton Region, Peel Region

Transitional Support Services

• day program for adults with developmental disabilities includes life skills and self care, household management, budgeting skills
• residential program (capacity 5) includes supported living, 24 hour staff support, maximum stay up to 2 years

Residential Support Services for youth and adults offered at various locations

Professional assessment of root cause of problems

• early intervention assistance for youth, parents and school staff to prevent school drop-outs, suspensions, dismissals
• support for youth involved in the justice system
• counselling and advice, referrals if appropriate

Family Services:

• provides support for family members of all ages, who are exhibiting moderate to severe behavioural difficulties, and for individuals who may also be experiencing social, emotional and psychiatric difficulties
• focused on supporting families and the individual by addressing and stabilizing challenging behaviours
• services are provided wherever the client is and are offered independently or in conjunction with other public and private services

Specialized Behavioural Support Services:

• provides specialized behavioural support services to agencies, organizations and institutions that work with children, adolescents, adults and seniors who are experiencing behavioural, social, emotional and psychiatric difficulties
• provided in a variety of settings including residential facilities, day programs, hospitals, schools, long term care facilities, foster homes and community programs
• supports youth justice programs for individuals aged 12 to 17 in conflict with the law, to assist with community integration and support