Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre - Mental Health and Addiction

Application

Referral by medical or psychiatrist

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Youth 16 years and older * Adults * that have a formal diagnosis schizophrenia or schizoaffective illness * must have family physician (GP) in Simcoe County

Fees

Covered by OHIP

Contacts

Laurin Frith - Manager
705-728-9090 ext 47269
Sue Shearer - Registered Nurse
705-728-9090 ext 47421

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Simcoe County

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Program is a component of outpatient services * goals are to increase patients' sense of control over illness and prevent hospitalization

Services available:

support for schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders
administration of medication and monitoring
education and instruction
mental health education
collaboration with community partners