Diversion and Court Support - Mental Health
Voluntary program provides case management and supportive services for adults who are considered to have a serious mental illness, a concurrent disorder, dual diagnosis, developmental disability, and/or an acquired brain injury and have been charged with a criminal offence.
Services may include facilitation of legal aid/ retaining legal counsel, linkages to support services, linkages to housing or income supports, education and support for client and/or support persons regarding legal processes, facilitation of alternatives to prosecution when appropriate.
Options include diversion, linkages to service and/or relevant treatment options while in custody and/or community, support while in custody and/ or comprehensive discharge planning for individuals transitioning into community from incarceration.
Referrals are accepted by any source including: family; physicians; service providers; and self.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Fort Frances Branch - Fort Frances - Portage Avenue
612 Portage Avenue
Fort Frances
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Fort Frances Branch
Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Phone: 807-274-2347
ext. 206
Toll Free: 877-311-0117
FAX: 807-274-3515