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Regional Dual Diagnosis Consultation Program

Type Of Service

Outpatient Clinic - Mental Health

Program Description

This program provides psychiatric consultation and treatment for adults with developmental disabilities and serious mental illness residing within the catchment area of North Bay Regional Health Centre.

Provision of care is based on individual needs and informed consent.

This program strives to optimize the quality of life of individuals with dual diagnosis in the community through the process of comprehensive psychiatric assessment and treatment, enhanced independence or interdependent community living and reduce the need for hospitalization or institutional care.

Access Information

Individuals can be referred to the program by their family physicians or by contacting the Developmental Disabilities (Dual Diagnosis) Outreach Worker.

Specific Dual Diagnosis program admission criteria includes:
- being referred for a diagnostic assessment or review of medication/treatment plans
- has a recognized developmental disability of a mild to profound severity and exhibits behaviours that may be attributable to a mental illness
- have a diagnosis within the autistic spectrum disorders and is not adequately supported by local generic mental health services
- must provide consent before assessment can occur

Referral Application

Additional Information

  • Restricted To: Dual Diagnosis
  • Program Cost: No
  • Additional Cost: No
  • Gender: All Genders
  • Age: 16 and up
  • Catchment: County/District/Region: Parry Sound District
  • Fully Accessible
  • Languages: English
  • Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch - Sundridge


Address

87 Main Street E

Sundridge

Operated By

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Muskoka-Parry Sound Branch


Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM


Referral Contact Information

Phone: 705-384-5392 ext. 27

Toll Free: 866-829-7050