A community-based program offering counselling and case management services to individuals with serious mental illness. Social work staff assess mental status, needs, and abilities to assist individuals in developing a plan and setting realistic goals. Skills training, referrals to community resources, and advocacy are provided as required. Provides long-term intensive case management to individuals diagnosed with a combined or co-occurring substance use disorder and/or gambling disorder and serious mental illness.
Goals of the program are to:
- Reduce the likelihood of re-hospitalization
- Use appropriate community resources for client's maximum benefit
- Develop greater independence in areas of self-care, life skills, community and professional involvement
131 John St S
Hamilton, ON
L8N 2C3
Individuals with a diagnosis of a serious mental illness/concurrent disorder from their family physician or psychiatrist who live in the City of Hamilton.
All referrals are processed through IntAc, call 905-528-0683 for more information or to book an intake appointment. Referrals accepted from medical professionals, social service agencies, family members, or from the individual. Participation is voluntary.