Release from Custody

Type Of Service

Case Management - Mental Health

Program Description

Discharge planning is offered to individuals who are currently in custody at a correctional institution. Face-to-face support is offered to individuals currently being held at Maplehurst Correctional Complex and the Vanier Centre for Women.
Discharge planning involves helping an individual prepare for their release back into the community. In addition, community case management support is offered to individuals for 3 months after their release. Support includes service coordination, care planning, skill development and supportive counselling to promote recovery in areas such as life skills, housing, employment and symptom management.
This program aims to help individuals connect to the services and supports that they need to improve their quality of life and reduce the likelihood of further involvement in the criminal justice system.

Access Information

Self-referrals and referrals from caregivers can be made by calling the Intake Coordinator or by email.

Referral criteria: voluntary program for individuals in a custody or detention facility or on probation & parole that have a mental illness.

Additional Information

• Restricted To: Clients with Legal Issues
• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: 18 and up
• Catchment: County/District/Region: Regional Municipality of Halton
• Not Accessible
• Languages: English, Interpretation Services
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Halton Region Branch - Milton

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Address

470 Bronte Street

Milton

Operated By

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Halton Region Branch

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Hours

Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
After hours are available depending on client need.

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 1-905-693-4270

Toll Free: 1-877-693-4270

FAX: 1-905-878-9647