Searching for Justice And Mental Health Programs

Provides an alternative to court for Aboriginal adults and youth that have acquired criminal charges.

Aboriginal accused have the option to apply to have their charges diverted (deferred) out of the courts and placed into the Aboriginal Community Justice Program.

Once in the program, a Healing Plan will be jointly created between the participant and trained Community Council Members. The Healing Plan addresses the underlying causes that lead to the offence by establishing conditions the participant will be required to complete during the adjournment period.

Provides probation services and counselling for young people subject to Youth Court orders. Monitors and ensures compliance with court ordered dispositions for young offenders. Provides supervision of young persons under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Prepares court ordered reports for youth courts. Provides Extrajudicial Sanctions Program for youth diverted from the Courts.
CASE SUPERVISION provides care, treatment and supervision of young offenders, with particular focus on those who have been placed on probation by the court and for youth reintegrating back to the community following custody dispositions.
COURT DUTY advocate for youth, provide information as requested by the court, recommendations to the Court.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT work with community agencies and justice partners to meet the needs of young people in the community.

COVID-19: Staff have returned to our physical office locations in order to be readily available to assist the community with their needs.At the moment we still ask that if you require services, you follow the directions on the door at the location you are visiting. Walk-ins are being accepted with proper screening protocols in place. This is to control the number of people in our centers at any given time.We are offering a variety of ways to meet with staff; in person, telephone or video conferencing. This will be guided by your comfort level and the nature of your visit with us.

Provides community-based programs and services to adults and youth in the fields of justice, prevention, employment and education throughout the Niagara Region

Programs include:

Justice

• Bail Verification and Supervision
• Adult Community Service Order
• Adult Diversion
• Direct Accountability
• Justice Services Volunteer Program
• Intermittent Community Work
• Non-Residential Attendance Centre

Education

RISE (Reducing Incidences of Suspensions and Expulsions)

• provides education structure and supervision to youth suspended or expelled from DSBN schools
• RISE: Students suspended for six or more days
• ensures the opportunity to continue education

Supervised Alternative Learning (SAL)

• offered in partnership with the Niagara Catholic District School Board and the District School Board of Niagara
• non-academic programming for students who have been suspended or expelled
• includes sports and arts programs
• transportation is funded

Project Rewind (Restore Events With Integrity Negotiation and Dignity)

• school-based restorative justice program
• uses restorative conferences to address issues such as bullying, racial and cultural confrontation, relationship difficulties and harassment

Education and Community Partnership Program - Shifting Gears

• school-based program to address students emotional, social and academic needs
• classroom is a prevention program offering DBT Skills Training. There is a DBT informed teacher and trainer/youth worker that will teach and practice DBT skills with the students.

Prevention

Changes

• offered in partnership with the Prevent Challenge foundation
• provides money in response to requests from the DSBN to at risk youth and families

Strengthening Families for the Future

• a 14 week program for the whole family which will support healthy communication within the family unit
• free of charge

Employment

Recipe for Success

• a 16 week employment program which provides training, life skills, transferrable skills to youth ages 15-30 who may have barriers which would hinder them finding and sustaining employment
• participants are trained in Safe Food Handling, Smart Serve, Service Excellence, First Aid / CPR

Used work boots are available at no cost on a walk-in basis only * an alternate website is: www.jobgym.ca

Serves youth who have high risk behaviours. Risk assessment and safety planning, along with therapy. Partners with the Crown's office, Police, and Probation to assist clients who are facing charges through an alternative to a formal court procedure.

The Mental Health Court Worker advocates, supports and provides referrals for youth who have come into contact with the criminal youth justice system and present with mental health issues. The Mental Health Court Worker can propose mental health diversion to the Crown and discuss treatment plans.

David S Horne: David S. Horne Supportive Reintegration Housing Residence is an 8-bed residential facility for youth who have had involvement in the Youth Criminal Justice System. The program serves teenagers who have been involved with the YCJA and are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The majority of these clients enter the program with a lack of positive role models and mentors, and an absence of family. Many of these clients also present significant risk factors including a history of abuse, mental illness, and addiction issues. The program provides accommodation, an onsite classroom and therapist, as well as social supports. Clients develop enhanced life skills, and coping strategies that enhance pro-social adjustment, to reduce the likelihood of future homelessness and involvement with criminal justice system.

Ray and Pat Wagner Group Home: An 8-bed residential group home for youth between the ages of 12- 18 who are in the care of Family and Children's Services (FACS). Youth Workers work closely with the FACS Social Worker, the youth and family to develop suitable treatment plans, including discharge plans to return the youth to their homes or other longer-term supportive living arrangements. Youth are involved in a variety of therapeutic programs and activities with staff to remediate identified cognitive and behavioural deficits

Genesis Group Home: A 9-bed residential group home for youth between the ages of 12- 18 who are in the care of Family and Children's Services (FACS). Our Youth Workers work closely with the FACS Social Worker, the youth and family to develop suitable treatment plans, including discharge plans to return the youth to their homes or other longer-term supportive living arrangements. Youth are involved in a variety of therapeutic programs and activities with staff to remediate identified cognitive and behavioural deficits

All YRN residential facilities are committed to the accommodation of gender diverse youth. As such, facility referrals can be based on self-identified gender or birth-assigned sex.

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Provides rehabilitative and supportive programs, mentors, and a safe environment that facilitates personal growth, change, accountability, and responsibility for youth. Services are open to youth who are involved in the Youth Criminal Justice System or have been referred for supports within the Home and Community Respite Program.

Post Detention / Custody: For youth aged 12-17. Supports youth towards a successful reintegration back to the community following periods of detention or custody. Referrals are made through Probation. A Youth Worker is assigned to work with the Probation Case Manager, the youth and family to develop a treatment plan

Extra Judicial Measures: Programs and services are provided to youth who have committed an offence as an alternative to formal charges. Programs are targeted to specific needs and tailored to support rehabilitation and are based on cognitive behavioral principles and interventions. Programs provide opportunities to promote pro-social behavior based on the needs of the youth. EJM is a community based program. Referrals are received from Contact Niagara or the Niagara Youth Justice Committee.

Extra Judicial Sanctions: Programs and services are provided to youth who have committed an offence as an alternative to court processes. Programs are targeted to specific needs and tailored to support rehabilitation and are based on cognitive behavioral principles and interventions. Programs provide opportunities to promote pro-social behavior based on the needs of the youth. EJS is a community based program. Referrals are received from the Niagara Crown Attorney's Office.

Youth Justice Committee: An alternative to formal court proceedings. A youth and their parent(s) or guardian will meet with a committee of community volunteers and the victim. Together they will negotiate meaningful ways or sanctions for the youth to repair the harm caused. Youth, 12 to 17-years-old, qualify if the offence is minor and police or the Crown decide they are eligible for the program.

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

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

Youth are diverted from the formal youth justice process, while holding them accountable for their actions in a community context. Each young person is designed a program of measures that addresses their risks and needs of the person(s) harmed in the community.

These programs are funded by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services. The Extrajudicial Measures Program is offered in partnership with Hamilton Police Services. The Extrajudicial Sanctions Program is offered in partnership with the Hamilton Crown Attorney's Office and Hamilton Youth Probation Services.

This is a highly structured intensive community based alternative to custody for youth who have come in contact with the law. Youth engage in cognitive programming based on prevention, rehabilitation, and reintegration. The program supports youth and assists them in achieving their goals, motivating and facilitating change.

This program is funded by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services.

The Adult Diversion program diverts selected offenders from the normal court process, while still being accountable for their offence. Upon successful completion of the Adult Diversion Agreement, all further criminal proceedings relating to the charge against the offender will be terminated.

Individualized program that provides intervention and support to justice involved youth, and their caregivers, living with FASD (fetal alcohol spectrum disorder) or querying diagnosis. The program is comprised of a family support worker and youth worker who will provide assistance to caregivers and youth as they navigate the judicial system. Open to community referrals.

This program is funded by the Department of Justice Canada.

A Community Justice Worker attends court daily and works with the offender and the Crown on referrals for diversion. The Community Justice Worker works collaboratively to determine, implement, and monitor sanctions, which may include:

• community service work
• letter of apology
• charitable donation
• restitution
• referral to program options
• or alternative service within the community

Direct Accountability also includes three programs which are educational and informational in nature as part of this program: alcohol and drug awareness, anger management, stop shop theft.

This program is funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General.

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

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

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

Offers a support group for individuals who have had contact with the criminal justice system.

Program assists with transitioning back into the community after a period of incarceration.

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

Provides alternatives and options for individuals experiencing serious mental illness who become involved in the criminal justice system.
This program is comprised of three components:

• Mental Health Court Diversion
  • Education regarding consumer issues, mental illness, mental health services, and the mental health system
  • Connects persons considered appropriate for diversion to access services and supports
  • Provides consultation to the judiciary on cases referred for diversion
  • Provides consultation for persons not deemed suitable for diversion
  • Support and information for family members and significant others
    
• Intensive Case Management
  • Provides services to individuals who are not eligible for mental health court diversion
  • Helps support individuals with a serious mental illness, a concurrent disorder, or a dual diagnosis
  • Provides outreach, court support, and support plans based on identified need in order to prevent further involvement with the criminal justice system
  • Connections to longer term case management services, rehabilitative programs, medical treatment, accessing appropriate financial entitlements and appropriate housing
  • Support and information for family members and significant others
    
• Release from Custody Program
  • Provides short-term assistance to individuals being released from correctional custody to facilitate a stable transition
  • Connections to longer term case management services, rehabilitative programs, medical treatment, accessing appropriate financial entitlements and appropriate housing
  • Support and information for family members and significant others
  • Consultation for people who are not deemed suitable for diversion
  • Supportive counselling

Provides community supervision, surveillance and counselling to probationers, parolees and other adult offenders on conditional sentence. Prepares adult pre-sentence reports as ordered by the courts and pre-parole reports for the Ontario Parole and Earned Release Board. Referral to community agencies for assistance.

Community Service Order Program (CS0) - court ordered alternative to custody or prison, where offender provides a set number of hours of voluntary service to the community.

Housing support services, including housing referrals, case management, crisis support, support with mental health issues, employment, social skills

• high and low support housing options
• in partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association, COTA Health, Houselink Community Homes (see separate listings)

Community-based prisoner health and harm reduction organization that provides support, education and advocacy to prisoners and ex-prisoners

• system advocacy
• counselling in person or by telephone (collect calls accepted from prisoners across Canada)
• prevention education for prisoners, ex-prisoners, correctional staff
• needle exchange
• assistance in accessing community supports, social services, housing, medical care
• ID clinic

Mental health and community support services, including case management, supportive housing, short-term residential beds, day programs, court and justice related services, Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, homeless services

COVID19 Building closed to the public, all non-essential services suspended; mental health and justice case management available

• Friends Community Meal Program, takeout food only Mon-Fri 10 am-4:30 pm; take out dinner Mon-Fri 4 pm-5 pm
• access to telephone, washrooms Mon-Fri 2:30 pm-4 pm
• PAID Clinic Thu 1:30 pm-3:30 pm, assistance with ID on first come, first served basis
• visit Fred Victor website for details on available services

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Drop-in services, including information and referral, counselling and advocacy

• access to ID clinic
• access to food, clothing and phones
• mental health and justice workers
• harm reduction equipment and support
• Fair Change Legal Clinic
• seasonal income tax preparation
• creative arts programs and outings
• community garden

Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)

Problem Solving Court -- voluntary court-supervised outpatient drug addiction treatment with case management * graduates receive a non-custodial sentence rather than incarceration * treatment is provided by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) at 100 Stokes St, 3rd Fl. * other operating partners include Ontario Court of Justice, Legal Aid Ontario, additional government ministries and community agencies