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Kenora Chiefs Advisory - Pre-Arrest Diversion

Pre-Arrest Diversion

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240 Veterans Dr Third Floor, Suite 301
Kenora
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807-467-8144
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Toll-Free: 1-855-367-2600
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Fax: 807-467-2656
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Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm


Summer Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
Last updated: Jul 29, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Referrals accepted from Police, Crown Attorney, Legal sector including Probation & Parole, Community Service Providers from the 14 First Nations served, Child & Family Services, other Court Diversion programs, members of Addictions/Counselling/Mental Health programs and any concerned parents or community members

  • Services are provided locally within each community

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

  • First Nations individuals aged 12 years and older demonstrating signs of addiction or anti-social behaviours

  • Individual does not have to have a criminal record

Fees

None

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, Oji-Cree; available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Aims to reduces probability of contact with the legal system for those living with a mental illness or addiction

Provides case management services which include:

Illness Stabilization
  • Intake and needs assessments
  • Psychiatric assessments
  • Education about mental health and addictions factors
  • Referrals to treatment programs
Life Skills
  • Teaches development of life skills for independence and healthier lifestyle
  • Focus is on money management, problem-solving, employment, nutrition and personal care
Building Support Systems
  • Encourages building family and social supports
  • Promotes using community resources and traditional healing methods
  • Offers family counseling
  • Provides referrals to resources outside community
Restorative Justice
  • Gives the individual opportunity to take responsibility for their behaviour
  • Helps them to understand the impact of their behaviour and to repair the harm done to victims
Last updated: Jul 29, 2024: Suggest an edit
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