Diversion and Court Support - Mental Health
The Mental Health Court Diversion/Court Support Program provides support and assistance to individuals who are experiencing mental health and/or dual diagnosis difficulties and are involved with the criminal justice system.
This is a voluntary service and the extent of service, frequency and type of service is dependent on client's needs.
Clients of the court diversion/support program have access to forensic psychiatric services which are intended to provide psychiatric assessment for individuals charged with a criminal offence and/or convicted persons in Kenora and Rainy River Districts. The Forensic Psychiatric Service will also provide consults for professionals working with individuals diagnosed or suspected as having a mental illness or cognitive impairments who are involved with the criminal justice system. When appropriate the Forensic Psychiatric Service will provide psychiatric follow up for clients who have been previously assessed.
Individuals must have an involvement with the Criminal Justice System (also includes clients who have had a lengthy criminal history, but are not currently charged with an offence). Individuals referred for services are either suspected of having or have been formally diagnosed with a mental illness.
The court diversion worker will meet with the accused, family members, and service providers to determine eligibility. The accused's involvement is voluntary, the possibility of mental illness or cognitive impairment is established and the offense is not too serious (the offense committed must be a Class One or Class Two offense) to be a suitable candidate for diversion.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Kenora Branch - Kenora
227 Second Street S
Kenora
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Kenora Branch
Main Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Phone: 807-468-1838
FAX: 807-468-6396