Searching for Justice And Mental Health Programs

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

• 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

• 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

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

• 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.

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

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

• 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

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

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

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

• 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

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

• 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

• case management includes mental health, geriatric, dual diagnosis

• 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

• 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

• Provides an increased role for victims and communities in dealing with minor offenses committed by persons who are prepared to be accountable.