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Mental Health Diversion / Court Support Program
227 Second St S
Kenora, ON
P9N 1G1
Kenora, ON
P9N 1G1
807-468-1838
Fax: 807-468-6396
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Last updated: May 8, 2024: Suggest an edit
Application
- Intake assessment required
- Referrals can be from police, defense lawyers, crown attorneys, probation officers, case managers, native court workers, correctional staff, developmental service workers, mental health counselor or family members (no self referrals)
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
- Individuals 16 years of age and older with a mental illness, acquired brain injury, developmental challenge and/or concurrent disorder who are involved with the criminal justice system
- Client must voluntarily agree to services and
- The possibility of mental illness and cognitive impairment must be established, and
- The offence is not too serious (Class One)
Fees
None
Languages
English
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services:
Provides assistance in accessing health services to individuals with a mental illness, acquired brain injury, developmental challenge, and/or concurrent disorder who are involved with the criminal justice system
- Focuses on providing resources and support to prevent repeated offences
- Provides a website list of accepted offences to qualify for program
- Accessing and retaining legal representation
- Assistance with bail release
- Case management services
- Information and referrals for community support services, housing, psychiatric and income supports
- Recommendations to the court at time of sentencing on behalf of individual
- Screening for eligibility to the Kenora Mental Health Court
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Last updated: May 8, 2024: Suggest an edit
