Court Support Program

Type Of Service

Diversion and Court Support - Mental Health

Diversion and Court Support - Substance Use

Program Description

The Court Support Program supports individuals 16+ with substance use concerns who are involved in the criminal justice system. This program is designed to:
-Support to individuals who have existing matters before the courts
-Internal referrals to ASCO programs and services as appropriate.
-Consulting with client and duty counsel or their lawyer.
-Assisting clients with requests or questions they may have for duty counsel or their lawyer.
-Coordinating a return to court date with client and duty counsel or lawyer.
-Consultation with client’s social and community supports.
-Providing consultation, education, and advocacy to client’s support networks and to court staff.
-Assisting individuals in accessing legal aid, bail and other necessary services.
-Referring individuals to appropriate social services and resources.

Access Information

Access is by outreach to the courthouse. Counsellor visits daily.

Additional Information

• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: 16 and up
• Catchment: County/District/Region: Regional Municipality of York; North York Region, South Simcoe County
• Fully Accessible
• Courts are wheelchair accessible.
• Languages: English
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Addiction Services Central Ontario - Aurora

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Address

14785 Yonge Street

Aurora

Operated By

Addiction Services Central Ontario

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Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Toll Free: 800-263-2288 ext. 322